Consultant Psychiatrist

Overview

The Barwon Health Eating Disorder Day Program (EDDP) is a group-based treatment program for people diagnosed with an eating disorder who require more intensive therapy and support. The EDDP offers a holistic approach with a multidisciplinary team that includes group therapy, individual support, supervised meals, and family/carer involvement. The vision of the EDDP is to foster steps towards recovery through a combination of therapeutic interventions, nutritional guidance, and group support, all within a safe, compassionate environment. The program aims to empower individuals to reengage meaningfully in their lives and build sustainable recovery across the lifespan.

Role

The Consultant Psychiatrist will work in partnership with the Senior Clinician to provide clinical leadership to the team, and with the Manager of the Eating Disorder Service who provides operational governance for the team. In addition to clinical oversight, the role will involve psychiatric assessments and reviews for consumers of the program, aged across the lifespan.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in the provision of high-quality psychiatric services to consumers.
• Act as a delegate of the authorised Psychiatrist as defined in the Mental Health Act 2022 and contribute to the Quality Assurance/Quality Improvement Program of the service.

Key Requirements / Qualifications

• FRANZCP; be accredited as a supervisor by the RANZCP; and be registered with general or specialist medical registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

Employment Details

• Employment Type: Temporary Part Time
• Hours per Fortnight: 16
• 0.4 FTE temporary (till 30 June 2027) negotiable to suit your professional development goals.

About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services cover the full spectrum from primary care to mental health and acute care, serving more than 500,000 people through more than 9,000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites.

About MHDAS

Mental Health, Drugs and Alcohol Services (MHDAS) provides integrated and recovery oriented mental health, drugs and alcohol assessment, treatment and community support to people of all ages within the Barwon region.

About The Facility

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong, the McKellar Centre precinct, Barwon Health North, and regional facilities across Barwon Southwest Region, delivering comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services.

About The Role (Overview)

The Consultant Psychiatrist will work in partnership with the Senior Clinician to provide clinical leadership and with the Manager of the Eating Disorder Service for operational governance. In addition to clinical oversight, the role includes psychiatric assessments and reviews for consumers of the program, aged across the lifespan.

Contact

• Contact person: Danmei Lin | Program Medical Director | Continuing Care Service | MHDAS
• Email:
• Phone:
• Application closing date: Wednesday 3 September 2025

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and from people with disabilities or diverse backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we are here to assist. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

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