MePA is seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist to work in Tasmania, focusing on forensic mental health for young people and families. The role includes high-level assessments, management plans and producing court reports within a multidisciplinary team in Launceston.

You will have 5+ years of postgraduate experience, with expertise in forensic psychology, risk assessment, and liaison with services. Travel to Ashley Youth Detention Centre is required; permanent part-time role with flexible hours.

The Team:

Child and Youth Mental Health Services Aim:

We are seeking a Senior Clinical Psychologist with extensive knowledge, understanding and experience in forensic mental health issues and risks, specifically in relation to young people, and their families/carers, presenting with complex mental health concerns and/or complex behaviours of concern. You will have a proven ability to conduct high level clinical assessments, including the development of comprehensive management plans and completion of court reports.

This new position has been developed as a recommendation from the recent Commission of Inquiry Report (Tasmania) to support young people in youth detention who require trauma-informed psychological intervention. The Senior Clinical Psychologist will have a passion for providing a person-centred approach and working within a multidisciplinary team environment.

As part of CYMHS Reform, clinical services in Tasmania are under development with many exciting professional, developmental and research opportunities available.

This position is based in Launceston in the new Divert and Connect Program which is currently in the early stages of development. This role will provide you with the opportunity to assist in implementing new programs in Northern Tasmania, working collaboratively with other government and non-government services. Travel to Ashley Youth Detention Centre will be required as part of this role.

The Role

• Provide comprehensive evidence-based clinical assessment, treatment, and assertive case management service, including the development and implementation of specialist treatment programs and group programs, and the provision of formal psychological reports as required.
• Provide high quality, timely evidence based written court assessment reports for young people appearing in Tasmanian Courts in relation to offences.
• Work as a member of the multidisciplinary team from a case management framework, including outreach and case management reviews, to ensure continuity of care and best practice outcomes for young people detained in youth detention.

You will need

• A minimum of five years post graduate experience, with extensive knowledge, understanding and experience of forensic mental health issues and risks in relation to young people and their families/carers presenting with complex mental health concerns and/or complex behaviours of concern with a proven ability to conduct high level clinical assessments including demonstrated problem solving, advanced therapeutic interventions and the development of comprehensive management plans and court reports.
• Proven high level interpersonal skills including oral and written communication, negotiation, conflict resolution and decision making, together with the ability to develop comprehensive oral and written reports.
• Extensive experience and knowledge of effective liaison and consultation with other services and agencies in the context of providing specialised mental health assessment, advice, and training.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the State, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.

Tasmania, Australia's only island State, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania's public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent part time, day worker position, working 45.6 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.

Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary

$131,122- $138,984 per annum (Pro rata) + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No.2 of 2025

Salary Packaging

You'll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.

Allowances

• Please note that access to salaries beyond $135,445 is subject to qualifications and/or application to the personal upgrade scheme

In addition, the following allowances calculated on the salaried incremental point may be available:

• Professional Development Allowance of up to $1200 per annum, paid on a fortnightly, pro rata basis.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
• Fitness Passport - You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Eligibility

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Tertiary qualification/program of study approved by the Psychology Board of Australia
• Registered with the Psychology Board of Australia and endorsed to practice in the approved area of practice of Clinical
• Psychology or Forensic Psychology
• Current Tasmanian Working with Children Registration
• Drivers Licence

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Five or more years demonstrated clinical practice in forensic psychology with specialist knowledge of forensic client risk assessments.
• Relevant Post Graduate Qualifications
• Eligibility as a board approved supervisor with AHPRA.

Applicants should note, the position features:

• Provision of service reaching into Youth Detention and Statewide role in preparing reports for court

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

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Are you currently part of the team at Monash Health? Use your network login to access the Monash Health Careers portal and discover all the job opportunities open to you, to support growing your career within the organisation.

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Monash Health is Victoria's largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare for people at every life stage. With 25,500 employees, we provide care to south-eastern metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria from over 40 locations, via telehealth, within local communities and in people's homes.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

To help grow your career, there are more than 1,900 Junior and 1,700 Senior Doctors at Monash Health in over 200 medical specialties. We offer unparallel opportunities in Victoria's largest & most clinically diverse teaching health service.

The Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (OAMHWS) at Monash Health includes Acute Aged Psychiatry Inpatient Units and Community Mental Health Teams comprised of Aged Psychiatry Assessment Teams, a Residential Support Program (for mainstream nursing home residents), a Psychogeriatric Nursing Home InReach Team and an Intensive Community Treatment team. The Service currently employs 11 Consultant Psychiatrists across its two key sectors (based at the Kingston Centre and Dandenong Hospital/ Endeavour Hills) and there is an active research and training program. There are opportunities for involvement in registrar teaching and examination preparation. There are excellent opportunities for participation in a wide variety of research opportunities commensurate with interest and experience. The Service has close links with the Monash University Department of Psychiatry. Applications should include an updated Curriculum Vitae and names of three professional referees. Applicants must be a Fellow of RANZCP or equivalent and must be registrable in Victoria.

Monash Health is seeking Consultant Psychiatrists with an interest in joining its Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (OAMHWS), Mental Health Program, on a permanent basis. The Mental Health Program is one of the largest providers of clinical mental health services in Victoria. The successful candidates will work in a multidisciplinary team setting to provide the clinical leadership and vision needed to develop a strong recovery-oriented practice in the care of older adults living with mental illness, including behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. Patients are referred from a variety of sources including the OAMHWS triage service, medical and surgical wards, residential care services, and emergency departments. Monash Health is committed to providing high quality of care to its patients in the program and this position would meet demands in the rapidly growing south-east region of Melbourne. There is excellent peer support and professional development opportunities, and Monash Health encourages service leadership through a dual governance model. Monash Health recognises the importance of the Consultant Psychiatrist in service planning and development.

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Appropriate health professional tertiary qualifications
• Fellowship of the RANZCP or equivalent

• Salary packaging
• Onsite discounted staff parking
• Discounted banking (BankVic)
• Onsite Gym
• Access to professional development courses and seminars

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Dr Chris Plakiotis - Head of Unit, OAMHWS by email at , or by phone on .

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.

You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.

We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

Applications close: 1st October 2026.

Monash Health in Victoria is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (OAMHWS) on a temporary basis. The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver recovery oriented care for older adults with mental illness.

Applicants must be eligible for AHPRA registration, hold Fellowship of the RANZCP or equivalent, and have appropriate tertiary qualifications. Applications close 1 October 2026.

To learn more about our organisation visit monashhealth.org.

Are you currently part of the team at Monash Health? Use your network login to access the Monash Health Careers portal and discover all the job opportunities open to you, to support growing your career within the organisation.

To see first-hand what our colleagues think about working here, take a look at the following short videos: monashhealth.org/careers.

Monash Health is Victoria's largest and most comprehensive health service. For more than 170 years, Monash Health and its predecessors have provided safe, high-quality healthcare for people at every life stage. With 25,500 employees, we provide care to south-eastern metropolitan Melbourne and rural Victoria from over 40 locations, via telehealth, within local communities and in people's homes.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

To help grow your career, there are more than 1,900 Junior and 1,700 Senior Doctors at Monash Health in over 200 medical specialties. We offer unparallel opportunities in Victoria's largest & most clinically diverse teaching health service.

The Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (OAMHWS) at Monash Health includes Acute Aged Psychiatry Inpatient Units and Community Mental Health Teams comprised of Aged Psychiatry Assessment Teams, a Residential Support Program (for mainstream nursing home residents), a Psychogeriatric Nursing Home InReach Team and an Intensive Community Treatment team. The Service currently employs 11 Consultant Psychiatrists across its two key sectors (based at the Kingston Centre and Dandenong Hospital/ Endeavour Hills) and there is an active research and training program. There are opportunities for involvement in registrar teaching and examination preparation. There are excellent opportunities for participation in a wide variety of research opportunities commensurate with interest and experience. The Service has close links with the Monash University Department of Psychiatry. Applications should include an updated Curriculum Vitae and names of three professional referees. Applicants must be a Fellow of RANZCP or equivalent and must be registrable in Victoria.

Monash Health is seeking Consultant Psychiatrist(s) with an interest in joining its Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (OAMHWS), Mental Health Program, on a Temporary basis. Appointment(s) to this role will assist in covering planned leave within the Service. This role is available for appointment from now through to January 2027. The Mental Health Program is one of the largest providers of clinical mental health services in Victoria. The successful candidate(s) will work in a multidisciplinary team setting to provide the clinical leadership and vision needed to develop a strong recovery-oriented practice in the care of older adults living with mental illness, including behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia. Patients are referred from a variety of sources including the OAMHWS triage service, medical and surgical wards, residential care services, and emergency departments. Monash Health is committed to providing high quality of care to its patients in the program and this position would meet demands in the rapidly growing south-east region of Melbourne. There is excellent peer support and professional development opportunities, and Monash Health encourages service leadership through a dual governance model. Monash Health recognises the importance of the Consultant Psychiatrist in service planning and development.

• Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)
• Appropriate health professional tertiary qualifications
• Fellowship of the RANZCP or equivalent

• Salary packaging
• Onsite discounted staff parking
• Discounted banking (BankVic)
• Onsite Gym
• Access to professional development courses and seminars

For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Dr Chris Plakiotis - Head of Unit, OAMHWS by email at , or by phone on .

At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You'll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.

Applications close: 1st October 2026.

Monash Health is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist to join the Older Adult Mental Health and Wellbeing Service (OAMHWS). You will provide clinical leadership, guide recovery oriented practice, and work in a multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality care for older adults living with mental illness.

The role offers opportunities for involvement in teaching, research, and collaboration with the Monash University Department of Psychiatry, within Victoria's largest teaching health service.

WA Country Health Service in Albany is seeking a Consultant Psychiatrist (CAMHS) to deliver comprehensive clinical assessments and care for children and adolescents across community and inpatient settings, with outreach to surrounding towns.

The role combines clinical practice with teaching and supervision of medical students and junior doctors, offering flexible on-call arrangements and a collaborative regional team.

WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is offering a unique opportunity for a Consultant Psychiatrist (CAMHS) to join one of its highly desirable regions - the Great Southern.

The Consultant Psychiatrist (CAMHS) provides comprehensive clinical assessments, psychiatric care and treatment for children and adolescents across the community and inpatient setting. This dynamic role combines clinical practice with regular outreach services to surrounding communities, broadening your impact beyond the hospital setting.

The CAMHS team is based in the community clinic in Albany and provides outreach to other towns in the region. They see the full range of conditions in the 0-18 age range and work closely with the local paediatric team and other local youth services as well as adult mental health services to ensure a smooth transition of care.

You'll be part of a well-supported service model, with;

• A collaborative team of experienced and visiting specialists
• A dynamic role across inpatient and community care, offering flexibility and clinical diversity
• Flexible and negotiable on-call arrangements, supporting genuine work-life balance
• Opportunities to supervise and mentor medical students, junior doctors and rural psychiatry registrars.

Why Albany?

Enjoy the best of coastal living in one of Western Australia's most beautiful regions. Albany offers pristine beaches, spectacular scenery, excellent schools, a welcoming community, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure.

Albany provides the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle.

To apply applicants must hold:

• Unconditional AHPRA Specialist Registration
• Hold Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrist (FRANZCP) OR are eligible for Specialist Registration via the expedited specialist pathway.
• Extensive clinical experience in child and adolescent mental health.
• Knowledge of/and experience in biological and psychotherapeutic interventions.