Job Description

Psychiatrist – Intellectual & Developmental Disability Psychiatry

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Queensland | Multiple Locations | $400,000 - $550,000 p.a. + Relocation

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Specialist IDD Psychiatry | Clinical Leadership | Queensland Lifestyle

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Sante Recruitment is currently seeking Psychiatrists with a principal area of expertise in Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Psychiatry to join Queensland's expanding specialist mental health services.

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With multiple opportunities available across Queensland, this is an outstanding opportunity for experienced psychiatrists to join a rapidly developing statewide service, take on meaningful clinical leadership responsibilities and help shape the future of specialist mental health care for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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What's On Offer

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- Salary packages of $400,000 - $550,000 p.a.
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- Relocation assistance available
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- Multiple positions across highly sought-after Queensland locations
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- Opportunities for clinical leadership and service development
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- Work within experienced, team-oriented multidisciplinary teams
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- Generous annual and professional leave entitlements
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- Salary packaging benefits
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- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
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- Access to Queensland's expanding specialist IDD mental health program
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- An exceptional Queensland lifestyle with beaches, hinterland, dining and cultural experiences on your doorstep
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A Rare Opportunity to Help Shape a Growing Specialist Service

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Queensland Health is investing $51.5 million over four years to expand specialist mental health services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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The statewide expansion includes the establishment of a Centre of Excellence and 12 new multidisciplinary consultation-liaison teams.

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These services will provide specialist assessment, treatment advice and support to improve mental health outcomes for people with intellectual disability.

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As the program expands, there is increasing demand for psychiatrists with a principal area of expertise in intellectual and developmental disability psychiatry.

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This is an opportunity to join the service at an exciting stage of its development and contribute to a model of care that will have a lasting impact across Queensland.

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About the Roles

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These specialist positions provide expert psychiatric assessment and management for people with intellectual and/or neurodevelopmental disabilities, including individuals with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviours.

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Working alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams, you will provide specialist psychiatric care while supporting individuals, families and carers.

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Depending on the position and location, there are opportunities to contribute to:

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- Specialist psychiatric assessment and clinical management
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- Complex case formulation and treatment planning
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- Consultation and liaison with multidisciplinary teams
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- Support for individuals, families and carers
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- Clinical leadership
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- Service development and innovation
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- Education and professional development
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- Multidisciplinary clinical governance




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- Improving access to specialist mental health services for people with disability
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For psychiatrists interested in leadership, service development and building specialist capability, these roles offer considerably more than a conventional clinical appointment.

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Why Queensland?

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Queensland offers the opportunity to build a rewarding specialist career while enjoying one of Australia's most enviable lifestyles.

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From Brisbane and the Gold Coast to the Sunshine Coast and regional Queensland, you can choose a location that suits your professional and personal priorities.

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Enjoy

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- A warm, sub-tropical climate
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- World-class beaches
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- Spectacular national parks and hinterland
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- Vibrant cities and regional communities
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- Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
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- Diverse restaurants, cafés and entertainment
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- Outdoor activities throughout the year
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- More space, sunshine and lifestyle flexibility
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Whether you are looking for a metropolitan, coastal or regional lifestyle, Queensland offers genuine choice.

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Who Are We Looking For?

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- Specialist qualifications in Psychiatry
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- A principal area of expertise in Intellectual and Developmental Disability Psychiatry
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- Experience managing complex mental health presentations in people with intellectual and/or neurodevelopmental disabilities
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- Strong multidisciplinary working skills
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- A commitment to patient-centred care
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- An interest in clinical leadership, education or service development
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- Current Australian specialist registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA
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Internationally trained psychiatrists are encouraged to enquire.

📌 Consultant Psychiatrists - Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (Queensland)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Queensland