Consultant Psychiatrist
4 weeks ago
Posted Thursday 8 May 2025 at 2:00 pm | Expires Thursday 5 June 2025 at 1:59 pm
Consultant Psychiatrist – Fractional Specialist – 7 Sessions per week
Location: Lara precinct prisons, based at Western Plains Correctional Centre, Lara, VIC
Work Type: Sessional (7 sessions per week)
Start Date: From July 2025
Work Hours: Monday to Friday – days negotiable – No weekend work
Help Shape a New Era in Forensic Mental Health
TheVictorian Institute of Forensic Mental Health (Forensicare) is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist for a sessional role (7 sessions per week) at the “Lara precinct” prisons, including the newly opened Western Plains Correctional Centre, Barwon, Kareenga, and Marngoneet prisons. This role offers a unique opportunity to deliver high-impact clinical care in a secure, purpose-built facility as part of a respected statewide forensic mental health service.
About the Role at Western Plains (Lara)
Join a committed multidisciplinary team in a modern facility with access to the latest infrastructure and models of care. This is a pivotal role in delivering psychiatric services to individuals within the justice system. The role will include conducting psychiatric outpatient clinics, leading a multidisciplinary team, involvement in clinical reviews, and supervision of other clinicians.
Key Features:
- Flexible work arrangements : 3 days onsite per week, with 1 session per fortnight delivered remotely via telehealth.
- Onsite support from a full-time Registrar, enhancing clinical collaboration and continuity of care.
- Contribute to recovery-focused, trauma-informed care in a secure setting.
- Opportunities for involvement in teaching, supervision and research (if desired).
Why Join Forensicare?
- Be part of a brand-new service at Western Plains Correctional Centre with strong leadership and vision.
- Join a workplace that values innovation, safety, and compassion.
- Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of the Lara/Geelong region, with easy access to the Surf Coast and Melbourne.
- 5 weeks annual leave
- Salary packaging – Mortgage, Rent, Car, and General Expenses.
- Comprehensive wellbeing and support programs, including EAP.
- Access to a network of experienced forensic mental health professionals across the state.
About You:
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP), or equivalent.
- Experience in forensic psychiatry is desirable but not essential – training and support provided.
- Strong interest in multidisciplinary, person-centred care.
- Willingness to work onsite at a secure correctional facility.
- Up-to-date immunisations – COVID-19 (x3) and Influenza.
- Satisfactory Police Check and compliance with Infection Control requirements.
Inclusive and Values-Driven Workplace
Forensicare proudly supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. We strongly encourage applications from:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
- LGBTQI+ communities
- People with disability or mental health lived experience
- Culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Our values ofCuriosity, Purpose, Strong Ethics, Compassion, and Fairness guide all our work.
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