Staff Specialist - Young Adult Psychiatrist

Key Highlights

Specialist Young Adult Psychiatry Opportunity: Join a progressive team dedicated to delivering specialised mental health care to young adults.

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and develop innovative programs tailored to early psychosis and youth mental health intervention.

Diverse Clinical Exposure: Provide expert psychiatric care within a comprehensive community mental health framework, working with programs such as the Headspace Consultation Liaison Program and the newly established Early Psychosis Program.

Work within a multidisciplinary team to support young people aged 13 years and over.

Professional Development & Leadership: Take a leadership role in service development, mentoring junior medical officers and allied health staff while contributing to evidence-based practice in youth mental health.

Be at the forefront of delivering innovative and recovery-focused psychiatric care.

With a strong focus on collaboration, the service works closely with community-based organisations, primary care providers, and specialist mental health teams to ensure the best possible outcomes for young people and their families.

As a Staff Specialist - Young Adult Psychiatrist, you will:

• Lead the Headspace Consultation Liaison Program and Early Psychosis Program, providing expert clinical oversight and strategic direction.


• Deliver specialist psychiatric care within community and early intervention settings, supporting young people experiencing acute and complex mental health conditions.


• Provide clinical leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration to enhance service delivery and ensure a recovery-oriented approach.


• Supervise and mentor junior medical staff, registrars, and allied health professionals, fostering a culture of professional development.


• Contribute to the development and implementation of innovative mental health services designed to support early intervention and long-term recovery.

This is a permanent, part-time opportunity, with a competitive remuneration package and career growth pathways in youth mental health.

• Competitive Salary Package: Total remuneration ranging from $182,106 to $266,677 per annum (pro-rata).


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  • Salary packaging options to optimise earnings.
  
  
  • Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
  
  
  • Professional development funding and structured career progression.
  
  
  • Wellness programs and access to Employee Assistance Services (EAS).
  
  
  • A supportive work environment fostering innovation and excellence in youth mental health care.
  
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) or equivalent, with specialist recognition in Psychiatry.


• Eligibility for specialist registration with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA).

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Demonstrated expertise in youth mental health, early psychosis intervention, and complex case management.


• Strong leadership and mentorship abilities, with a commitment to evidence-based practice and service development.


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community partners.


• Commitment to early intervention, recovery-oriented care, and culturally responsive psychiatric practice.

About Us

At Paragon Medics, we prioritise your career growth and well-being.

We connect medical professionals with meaningful opportunities that align with their expertise and aspirations.

For a confidential discussion, contact Kiran at +61 2 7259 9969 or apply now!