Full time or Part time fixed term commencing at six-monthly rotation intakesBased in Community, Inpatient or Prison ServicesForensicare is the statutory agency responsible for the provision of adult forensic mental health services across Victoria.Be part of a newly forming team and help shape the delivery of forensic mental health care in Melbourne's western suburbs.
This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with Area Mental Health Services and other community providers, strengthen shared care partnerships, and contribute to building a new modelof specialist forensic support for the region.About the role:Fixed term positions for Registrars will be available on six monthly intakes.
These positions are available either part time or full time.The Registrar will contribute forensic mental health advice to multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality direct care services and programs.Applicants for this position will be able to participate in Forensicare's Training Program for Registrars, which is accredited as meeting the standards of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists for both Generalist and Forensic subspecialty training.Trainees will be allocated to accredited posts and supervised by RANZCP accredited supervisors where applicable.Senior Medical Officers with experience in Forensic Psychiatry will also be considered.Duties:Take a lead role in the assessment and management of patients and prisoners under the direction and supervision of the Consultant Forensic PsychiatristPrepare and present reports to the Mental Health review Board.Skills & experience:Experience at the Registrar level in Forensic Psychiatry is highly desirableEligibility for, and a commitment to Advanced Training in Forensic Psychiatry is preferentialDemonstrated responsibility for achievement of training goalsWe value our staff and provide a range of employee benefits including:Great salary packaging conditionsExcellent leave entitlementsOngoing training and full orientationComprehensive Health and Wellbeing Programs including: staff health service (fitness passport), Critical Incident Stress Management and Employee Assistance Programs.Diversity & InclusionForensicare is an equal prospect employer, committed to attracting and developing a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.
We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.Our ValuesWe promote the values of responsiveness, integrity, impartiality, accountability, respect, and leadership, and strive to reflect these behaviours in all that we do.
Forensicare offers a smoke-free work environment.
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