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Consultant Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent | Flexible FTE
Perth-based | Statewide Virtual Service
We’re partnering with a leading public health service to recruit an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a specialist Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service delivering care across regional and remote Western Australia.
This is a unique opportunity to work within a statewide, virtual specialist model, supporting children, young people, and families while collaborating closely with regional teams on complex and high-impact cases.
Available opportunities
Consultant Psychiatrist – Sessional (0.4 FTE)
(1 session = 4 hours)
Consultant Psychiatrist + Head of Department – 0.6 FTE (5-year term)
Flexible arrangements available: part-time, sessional or tailored FTE
About the service
This specialist hub provides advanced, virtual mental health care to children and young people aged 0–18 across regional WA. Working in partnership with local ICAMHS teams, the service focuses on:
Specialist psychiatric assessment and treatment
Consultation and shared care with regional clinicians
Clinical leadership and workforce capability building
Supporting culturally responsive, trauma-informed care models
The role
As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will:
Deliver specialist assessment and treatment for children and adolescents
Provide expert consultation to GPs and multidisciplinary teams
Support coordinated care for complex and high-risk presentations
Contribute to service development, planning, and quality improvement
Play a key role in strengthening regional mental health services
Head of Department option (0.6 FTE):
Provide senior clinical leadership and governance
Support workforce development and education
Contribute to strategic direction of the statewide program
What’s on offer
Flexible work arrangements with strong work-life balance
Opportunity to work in an innovative, virtual care model
Meaningful impact across regional and remote communities
Leadership and teaching opportunities
Supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary environment
What we’re looking for
Eligibility for specialist registration with AHPRA
Fellowship of RANZCP (or equivalent)
Completion (or near completion) of Advanced Certificate in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Demonstrated experience in infant, child and adolescent mental health
Why this role stands out
This isn’t your typical metro-based psychiatry role. You’ll be part of a service that genuinely extends specialist care into communities that need it most, without the requirement to relocate regionally. The model allows you to combine clinical expertise with system-wide impact, while maintaining flexibility in how you work.
For more information please reach out to Anna - [email protected]
Consultant Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent | Flexible FTE
Perth-based | Statewide Virtual Service
We’re partnering with a leading public health service to recruit an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a specialist Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service delivering care across regional and remote Western Australia.
This is a unique opportunity to work within a statewide, virtual specialist model, supporting children, young people, and families while collaborating closely with regional teams on complex and high-impact cases.
Available opportunities
Consultant Psychiatrist – Sessional (0.4 FTE)
(1 session = 4 hours)
Consultant Psychiatrist + Head of Department – 0.6 FTE (5-year term)
Flexible arrangements available: part-time, sessional or tailored FTE
About the service
This specialist hub provides advanced, virtual mental health care to children and young people aged 0–18 across regional WA. Working in partnership with local ICAMHS teams, the service focuses on:
Specialist psychiatric assessment and treatment
Consultation and shared care with regional clinicians
Clinical leadership and workforce capability building
Supporting culturally responsive, trauma-informed care models
The role
As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will:
Deliver specialist assessment and treatment for children and adolescents
Provide expert consultation to GPs and multidisciplinary teams
Support coordinated care for complex and high-risk presentations
Contribute to service development, planning, and quality improvement
Play a key role in strengthening regional mental health services
Head of Department option (0.6 FTE):
Provide senior clinical leadership and governance
Support workforce development and education
Contribute to strategic direction of the statewide program
What’s on offer
Flexible work arrangements with strong work-life balance
Opportunity to work in an innovative, virtual care model
Meaningful impact across regional and remote communities
Leadership and teaching opportunities
Supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary environment
What we’re looking for
Eligibility for specialist registration with AHPRA
Fellowship of RANZCP (or equivalent)
Completion (or near completion) of Advanced Certificate in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Demonstrated experience in infant, child and adolescent mental health
Why this role stands out
This isn’t your typical metro-based psychiatry role. You’ll be part of a service that genuinely extends specialist care into communities that need it most, without the requirement to relocate regionally. The model allows you to combine clinical expertise with system-wide impact, while maintaining flexibility in how you work.
For more information please reach out to Anna - [email protected]
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Consultant Psychiatrist - Child & Adolescent | Flexible FTE | Virtual service position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in Perth offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
