CALHN Mental Health Head of Unit - Glenside Health Service

Job no: 951481

Work type: Full time

Location: Adelaide Metro Eastern

Categories: Medical, Mental Health

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN)

• CALHN Mental Health Program - Glenside Mental Health Service
• MD02 $366,927 - $740,489 p.a. (adjusted to actual hours worked) (Subject to Private Practice Arrangements) Total Indicative Remuneration Salary + Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Full time, Ongoing Consultant Psychiatrist position incorporating a temporary Head of Unit appointment (until September 2029)
• Large Unit Managerial Allowance for duration of Head of Unit Appointment

Grow Your Medical Career With Us

Join CALHN’s exceptional medical team and play a vital role in shaping the future of health through innovation, collaboration and world-class care.

• Work across diverse clinical specialties and services
• Advance your skills through structured learning and development
• Benefit from supportive teams and dedicated non-clinical time
• Make a real impact delivering safe and connected compassionate care

At CALHN, every voice matters. We prioritise the safety of our staff and patients, and staying connected across teams to deliver a seamless patient journey through our Safe and Connected Operating Model.

Find out more about CALHN sites and services, our stories and the opportunities to be part of CALHN

About the Role

Lead the clinical direction and day to day operation of Glenside Health Service, supporting safe, high quality mental health care.

You will:

• Lead clinical governance, quality and service improvement
• Manage medical teams, workforce planning and performance
• Build strong multidisciplinary partnerships across the service
• Drive strategic planning, change and service development
• Oversee complex care, research, education and clinical standards

About You

To be successful in this role you will:

• Hold RANZCP Fellowship and specialist medical registration
• Bring strong clinical experience in public mental health
• Demonstrate clinical leadership and professional integrity
• Lead quality improvement and multidisciplinary teams
• Support medical education, supervision and staff development

Benefits of joining CALHN:

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Make your money go further:salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre-tax super and novated lease options
• Professional development:Receive allowances of up to $8,500 along with additional dedicated leave for advancing your skills and career
• Priority Training: Dedicated, protected, and paid teaching time
• Employment Guidance: Comprehensive support for requirements like working visas and medical registration
• Recognition and growth:celebrate success and explore opportunities across CALHN’s many sites
• Generous Leave: Enjoy paid annual/recreation leave each year plus professional development leave
• Health, fitness and wellbeing support:Fitness Passport access and the Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Diversity and InclusionWe’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required 951481 MD02 Consultant Psychiatrist RD.pdf 951481 Head of Unit Glenside Duty Statement.pdf

• Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.

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Apply Now Applications close: 11:55pm Tuesday 10th November 2026Job Ref:951481

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