Staff Specialist Psychiatrist* Permanent | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities An exciting opportunity is available for a Staff Specialist Psychiatrist to join one of NSW’s largest and most comprehensive mental health services. With services spanning metropolitan, regional and coastal communities, this role offers significant clinical diversity, strong multidisciplinary collaboration and excellent professional support. Applicants must have: * Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) * Specialist Registration with AHPRA Advanced Trainees anticipating Fellowship within the next 12 months are strongly encouraged to apply. Services span: * Early intervention programs * Acute inpatient units * Community-based recovery services * Child & Adolescent Mental Health * Adult Services * Older Persons Mental Health Care is delivered by skilled multidisciplinary teams including psychiatrists, registrars, nurses, allied health professionals and administrative staff. Consultants work collaboratively across services and may provide peer support and cross-cover within the Greater Newcastle and Lake Macquarie regions. Our Key Service Locations Manning Mental Health Service – Taree Providing inpatient services at Manning Hospital and comprehensive community mental health programs across the Lower Mid-North Coast. Greater Newcastle Mental Health Service Delivering inpatient care at the Mater Mental Health Centre (Waratah) and community services throughout Newcastle and Charlestown. * Work within one of NSW’s largest mental health districts * Opportunities for research, teaching and service innovation * Strong academic and training environment Hunter New England Health offers a dedicated Senior Medical Recruitment Team and Medical Settlement Concierge Service. From initial enquiry through relocation and onboarding, personalised support is provided to clinicians and their families — including assistance with housing, schools and relocation logistics — ensuring a smooth transition into the district. * Competitive Staff Specialist salary * Salary packaging up to: * $9,000 for living expenses * $2,600 for meal and entertainment * Annual TESL allowance (up to 25 days per year for full-time staff, pro-rata for part-time) * Fitness Passport access * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members * Commitment to Sustainable Healthcare: Together Towards Zero * Collaborative, multidisciplinary team culture * Diverse clinical settings across metropolitan and coastal communities * Strong leadership and peer support * Structured onboarding and relocation assistance * Genuine work-life balance in one of NSW’s most desirable regions