Specialist Medical Practitioner - Psychiatrist (Y-HiTH) (528056)As part of a multidisciplinary youth mental health service (16-25 years of age), delivering high quality mental health care and, in accordance with Mental Health Service principles, National Mental Health Standards, Agency policy, legal requirements and relevant professional competencies, the Specialist Medical Practitioner - Psychiatrist will:Provide a comprehensive youth psychiatric service to the Youth Mental Health Hospital in the Home (Y-HiTH) Unit, within the framework of established medical services practice, recovery focused and trauma informed care.Provide clinical leadership in the delivery of intensive home-based care to consumers of the Y-HiTH, within a multidisciplinary team (MDT).Act as a consultant to mental health professionals and health service providers, including general practitioners and other agencies, regarding the assessment and management of individuals with mental health disorders.Undertake supervisory responsibilities with Psychiatric Registrars, students, and other medical staff as required/appropriate.Details of AppointmentFixed Term full time, day worker (with on-call) position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 1 December 2025.*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicantSuccessful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:Specialist or limited registration with the Medical Board of Australia in a relevant speciality (Psychiatry)Current Working with Children RegistrationCurrent Driver's LicenceApplicants should note the following criteria are desirable:Supervisor's Certificate or equivalentCertificate of Advanced Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry or Certificate of Advanced Training in Adult PsychiatryThe Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:Conviction checks in the following areas:Crimes of violenceSex related offencesSerious drug offencesCrimes involving dishonestySerious traffic offencesDisciplinary action in previous employment check.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.Please note:We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties.All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.#J-18808-Ljbffr