Staff Specialist (Child and Youth Psychiatrist)

Townsville, QLD
$251,527-266,677 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

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.Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Medical
Classification L18-L27
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/TV658273
Closing date 21-Sep-2025
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Salary Other
Job duration Permanent full-time
Contact person Dr Donna Dowling
Contact details (07) 4433 9710
Access theAbout the opportunityThe position's purpose is to provide a Staff Specialist Psychiatrist service to the Townsville Mental Health Service Group, specifically to the Child, Adolescent and Young Adult Service within the Young Peoples Early Intervention Team.About your new employerClinical ExcellenceThe Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.Career Growth and DevelopmentWe support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University.Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional AdvantageA strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network.Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle BenefitsNestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures and a relaxed lifestyle.Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security and a family-friendly environment.Competitive salary and benefits:We offer attractive remuneration packages and .

Salary range: $251,527 to $266,677 p.a. (L18-L27)
5 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
Professional Development allowance and leave
Communications Package
Motor Vehicle allowance
Attraction and Retention allowance (50% of base wage)
Locality allowance
12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
Plus

options may be availableRequirements:

Qualifications in Psychiatry, recognised by the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists and current registration with/or eligibility for registration as a Specialist with the Medical Board of Australia.
Ongoing professional development relevant to the delivery of specialist Mental Health Services to maintain appropriate registration and/or association requirements is a requirement of all staff within the MHSG.
This position requires the incumbent to operate a class “C” motor vehicle and an appropriate licence endorsement to operate this type of vehicle is required.
This is a Vaccine Preventable Disease (VPD) risk role. Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Tuberculosis.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.Apply now and be part of something extraordinary!Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Dr Donna Dowling on (07) 4433 9710Apply ONLINE:Applications close: Sunday, 21 September 2025Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Information Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsInformation Package for ApplicantsRole DescriptionJob search

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