The Crisis Stabilisation Centre (CSC) is a first‑of‑its‑kind service in South Australia and a rare opportunity to help establish an entirely new model of crisis care from the ground up. This 16‑bed, 24/7 service provides a voluntary, short‑stay (up to 72 hours) alternative to Emergency Departments, offering a safe, therapeutic, home‑like environment for people experiencing mental health crisis and/or suicidal distress. Co‑located within the Lyell McEwin Hospital precinct alongside Sonder’s Medicare Mental Health Centre, the CSC is designed for seamless integration across hospital, urgent and community services. Guided by a co‑designed Peer First, Peer Last Philosophy of Care, and grounded in zero suicide principles, trauma‑informed practice and cultural safety, this new service represents a once‑in‑a‑career opportunity to help shape culture, practice, and care at the very beginning
What benefits can we offer?
When you work with Sonder, you become part of the Sonder family and that provides you with a number of benefits such as:
Sonder are open to negotiating further benefits with the successful applicant to ensure an excellent working environment for you.
Contract: Various FTE available (full-time and part-time 0.5FTE- 1 FTE ) | Permanent
Hours: The Crisis Stabilisation Centre operates 24/7. The Psychiatry Registrar will work a mix of weekdays and weekends, 9:00am–5:00pm, with additional participation in the Medical on-call rotation.
Location: Elizabeth Vale (Lyell McEwin Hospital precinct)
The Psychiatry Registrar/Medical Officer is responsible for providing psychiatric assessment and medical input under the supervision of the Consultant Psychiatrist.
The role contributes to diagnostic assessment, formulation, treatment planning, medication review and prescribing, psychoeducation, and the preparation of accurate and timely clinical documentation.
The position also participates in multidisciplinary team discussions and supports collaborative clinical decision-making to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, and person-centred care
Demonstrated experience in psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and management of individuals experiencing acute and chronic mental health conditions.
Ability to manage complex presentations including psychosis, mood disorders, substance use, personality disorders, and trauma-related conditions.
Experience identifying and responding to risks relating to suicide, self-harm, deterioration, or safeguarding concerns.
Qualification and Other Requirements:
Applicants are requested to send a cover letter and resume to Sonder via our careers portal on our website.
Advert Closing Date: 25 June 2026
At Sonder, we strive to respond to all applicants. However, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may only be able to contact those shortlisted for the role. Thank you for your understanding.
