Clinical Leader in Mental Health

3 weeks ago


Adelaide, South Australia Central Adelaide Local Health Network Full time

About the Role


Central Adelaide Local Health Network is seeking a highly skilled Consultant Psychiatrist to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of mental health services in Australia.


In this position, you will leverage your extensive clinical expertise to provide exceptional care to mental health consumers, ensuring that every individual receives the highest standard of treatment.


As a clinical leader, you will foster a collaborative environment, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive, patient-focused services that prioritise safety and best practice.


Your responsibilities will extend beyond direct patient care; you will also have the opportunity to inspire the next generation of medical professionals by mentoring trainees, interns, and medical students.


You will be involved in clinical audits, quality assurance, and ongoing research to contribute to the continuous improvement of our services.


About You


We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess the following key qualifications and skills:



  • Qualifications: Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent, with specialist registration and Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists.
  • Clinical Expertise: Proven track record of high standards in mental health practice, alongside experience in quality improvement and clinical leadership within a multidisciplinary setting.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication abilities, professional integrity, and the capacity to build positive working relationships with colleagues and patients.
  • Commitment to Development: Ongoing engagement in professional development, teaching experience, and a thorough understanding of mental health policies and recovery-based practices.

About CALHN


The Central Adelaide Local Health Network includes South's Australia's major quaternary facility, the Royal Adelaide Hospital, The Queen Elizabeth Hospital, the Hampstead Rehabilitation Centre, and the Repat Health Precinct. We also deliver mental health services at Glenside Health Services and at a range of other locations across the metropolitan and regional areas.


We're looking for talented staff to join us and help us to shape the future of health through world-class care and world-class research and achieve our vision of being in the top 50 health services in the world and top 5 in Australia.


Benefits of Joining CALHN


At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:



  • Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
  • Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
  • Flexible Work Arrangements: The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.
  • Onsite Facilities: Convenient paid car parking facilities ensure easy access.
  • Professional Development: Opportunity to apply for reimbursement of eligible professional development activities, and access to dedicated leave for ongoing learning.
  • Team Support: Experience collaborative culture and professional supervision guiding your career journey.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.


Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion


CALHN is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees.


We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community.


Application Information


Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.


Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.


SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.


Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.



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