Deliver impactful mental health services to rural communities in Western Australia, all while being based in Perth Flexible part-time role promoting a healthy work-life balance From pristine beaches to rugged landscapes, your downtime will be filled with unforgettable outdoor experiences The Organisation Virtual Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (ICAMHS) is a specialised clinical mental health service for infants and children discharged from regional health services (emergency departments, nursing posts, Aboriginal medical services and remote area clinics). Using audio-visual and telephone modalities, the team will conduct comprehensive assessments and provide brief contact intervention to children and adolescents (0-18 years), including their families and carers. The model of care for this service will include offering and providing aftercare support to children and adolescents and their families and carers, following the initial presentation and while transitioning to community mental health support. The service works closely with the seven regional ICAMH services across the health service to coordinate and facilitate timely, responsive, and accessible care to the communities.
The Job As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will provide telehealth psychiatric care and general treatment in both inpatient and outpatient facilities for children aged between 0-18 years of age. You will provide clinical leadership, advice, consultation, liaison and support to infants, children, adolescents and families/carers, health care professionals, and other providers and agencies throughout the regions in a virtual capacity. You will be responsible for the provision of clinical assessment and psychiatric treatment for children and adolescents. You will oversee clinical governance and lead the Mental Health Service. You will have the opportunity to supervise trainee psychiatrists and medical officers and participate in the teaching of other health professionals. Rewards Competitive salary package of $306,690 - $398,110. Generous salary packaging arrangements. Perth is regularly ranked as one of the world's most liveable cities. The city's coastline boasts an incredible selection of beaches and the warm climate means the beach is always an inviting destination for a refreshing sunrise swim, an adventurous day out with friends or even a solo adventure. Day-to-day living costs are significantly cheaper than in other Australian capital cities, particularly Sydney and Melbourne. Requirements Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), or equivalent. About us Elective Recruitment is a person-centred recruitment consultancy. Your career progression is just as important to us as your well-being and work-life balance.
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