Senior Mental Health Specialist
This is a key leadership role that provides high-level clinical expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of adults with complex mental health issues.
The successful candidate will have extensive experience in medical recruitment, ensuring a timely and professional application process, adhering to the highest standards.
In addition to this, we offer an Assertive Mobile Service, forming part of an integrated continuum of care for adolescents requiring mental health treatment. These services are based in Mackay, with limited outreach to Bowen, Moranbah, and Sarina. The Child and Adolescent Unit at MBH has two designated mental health beds for crisis intervention and links with the Townsville Adolescent Unit for prolonged admissions.
We require applicants to have registration or eligibility for registration as a Specialist in Psychiatry with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Agency (AHPRA). Experience in leading teams and providing guidance to junior staff is highly desirable.
This is a permanent full-time role providing specialist skills and qualifications in mental health treatment and patient management.
Additional Benefits Include:
* Professional Development Leave of 3.6 weeks per year
* Professional Development Allowance of $21,000 per year
* Motor Vehicle Allowance
* Overtime and on-call allowances
* Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
The location offers a great work-life balance with plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and recreation. The region has abundant childcare centers, well-equipped schools, and expanding housing options including town housing, rural land, and large properties suitable for farming and grazing.
We are committed to ensuring a smooth and efficient recruitment process. Please contact us for more information about this exciting opportunity.