Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

An opportunity is available for a Consultant Psychiatrist to join a well‑established mental health rehabilitation service supporting adults with complex and enduring mental illness. You'll work within a multidisciplinary team providing recovery‑focused assessment, treatment planning, and long‑term therapeutic support across community and inpatient rehabilitation settings.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Providing clinical leadership and specialist psychiatric care for adults in rehabilitation programs
• Working closely with psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers, nursing teams, and community partners
• Developing and reviewing individualised recovery plans
• Supporting transitional care and community reintegration
• Participating in service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Contributing to teaching and supervision of junior medical staff

What’s On Offer

• Competitive remuneration package with additional allowances
• Supportive team culture with strong emphasis on recovery‑oriented practice
• Opportunities for leadership, service development, and research involvement
• Access to professional development, study leave, and CME support
• Flexible rostering options and excellent work‑life balance

Lifestyle

Townsville offers a warm climate, relaxed lifestyle, and easy access to the Great Barrier Reef, Magnetic Island, and tropical national parks. With a strong sense of community, affordable living, and a vibrant arts and dining scene, it’s an ideal location for professionals seeking a balanced coastal lifestyle.

Requirements

• FRANZCP or equivalent specialist qualifications eligible for AHPRA Specialist Registration
• Substantially Comparable outcomes from SIMG can be considered
• Demonstrated experience or strong interest in psychiatric rehabilitation
• Commitment to recovery-focused and culturally safe practice