About the role:
The Deputy Chief Psychiatrist - Forensic has a leadership function in the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist (OCP) and acts on behalf of the Chief Psychiatrist in their absence. This role supports the Chief Psychiatrist in their role, which is defined in section 266 of the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 (the Act) as:
- providing clinical leadership and expert clinical advice to clinical mental health service providers
- promoting the highest standard of clinical practices and care in clinical mental health service providers
- promoting the rights of persons receiving mental health and wellbeing services from clinical mental health service providers
- providing advice to the Minister and the Health Secretary about the provision of mental health and wellbeing services by clinical mental health service providers.
As part of this, the Chief Psychiatrist delegates their powers and duties to the Deputy Chief Psychiatrist (other than the power of delegation).
About us:
At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.
We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.
About you:
- A senior psychiatrist expert with clinical knowledge and experience of forensic mental health?
- Able to articulate policy and provide clinical leadership to strengthen the quality and safety of service delivery across the forensic mental health sector?
- Able to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders and work across clinical, non-clinical and public sector settings?
- Registration as a medical practitioner in the specialty of psychiatry by the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists
- Comprehensive experience in clinical practice in the public mental health system as a consultant psychiatrist, ideally at least part in forensic settings.
What we offer:
- The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
- A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
- A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.
How to apply:
Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the `Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.
We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at [email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.
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