Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Director – Acute Mental Health Services

Location: Cumberland Hospital, Westmead, NSW, Australia 

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time hours can be negotiated) 

Salary: Competitive (aligned with NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available 

Cumberland Hospital, part of the Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD), is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Acute Mental Health Services to lead its acute psychiatric units. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care and driving innovation across inpatient and emergency mental health services.

You will:

• Provide strategic and clinical leadership across acute mental health units, including Hainsworth and other adult inpatient wards.
• Oversee service delivery, workforce planning, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, community stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Champion culturally safe, recovery-oriented care and evidence-based practice.
• Support education, research, and professional development across the district.

Why Westmead and Western Sydney? 

Located in Westmead, Cumberland Hospital offers proximity to Sydney’s CBD while being part of a vibrant, multicultural region. 

Lifestyle highlights: 

• Affordable housing compared to inner Sydney suburbs. 
• Excellent transport links via train, bus, and metro. 
• Access to education and recreation: Nearby universities, schools, parks, and cultural venues. 
• Diverse community with strong support networks and inclusive services. 
• Free lifestyle activities: National parks, markets, and community events. 

Healthcare professionals in Western Sydney benefit from a supportive work environment, professional development opportunities, and a growing investment in infrastructure and innovation. 

Experience in leadership is a must.

Enquire today to learn more about the role and receive a copy of the position description.