Psychiatrist – Intellectual & Developmental Disability Psychiatry
Queensland | Multiple Locations | $400,000 - $550,000 p.a. + Relocation
Specialist IDD Psychiatry | Clinical Leadership | Queensland Lifestyle
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.
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.
What's On Offer
Salary packages of $400,000 - $550,000 p.a.
Relocation assistance available
Multiple positions across highly sought-after Queensland locations
Opportunities for clinical leadership and service development
Work within experienced, collaborative multidisciplinary teams
Generous annual and professional leave entitlements
Salary packaging benefits
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Access to Queensland's expanding specialist IDD mental health program
An exceptional Queensland lifestyle with beaches, hinterland, dining and cultural experiences on your doorstep
A Rare Chance to Help Shape a Growing Specialist Service
Queensland Health is investing $51.5 million over four years to expand specialist mental health services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.




The statewide expansion includes the establishment of a Centre of Excellence and 12 new multidisciplinary consultation-liaison teams.
These services will provide specialist assessment, treatment advice and support to improve mental health outcomes for people with intellectual disability.
As the program expands, there is increasing demand for psychiatrists with a principal area of expertise in intellectual and developmental disability psychiatry.
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.
About the Roles
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.
Working alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams, you will provide specialist psychiatric care while supporting individuals, families and carers.
Depending on the position and location, there are opportunities to contribute to:
Specialist psychiatric assessment and clinical management
Complex case formulation and treatment planning
Consultation and liaison with multidisciplinary teams
Support for individuals, families and carers
Clinical leadership
Service development and innovation
Education and professional development




Multidisciplinary clinical governance
Improving access to specialist mental health services for people with disability
For psychiatrists interested in leadership, service development and building specialist capability, these roles offer considerably more than a conventional clinical appointment.
Why Queensland?
Queensland offers the prospect to build a rewarding specialist career while enjoying one of Australia's most enviable lifestyles.
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.
Enjoy
A warm, sub-tropical climate
World-class beaches
Spectacular national parks and hinterland
Vibrant cities and regional communities
Excellent schools and family-friendly communities
Diverse restaurants, cafés and entertainment
Outdoor activities throughout the year
More space, sunshine and lifestyle flexibility
Whether you are looking for a metropolitan, coastal or regional lifestyle, Queensland offers genuine choice.
Who Are We Looking For?
Specialist qualifications in Psychiatry
A principal area of expertise in Intellectual and Developmental Disability Psychiatry
Experience managing complex mental health presentations in people with intellectual and/or neurodevelopmental disabilities
Strong multidisciplinary working skills
A commitment to patient-centred care
An interest in clinical leadership, education or service development
Current Australian specialist registration or eligibility for registration with AHPRA
Internationally trained psychiatrists are encouraged to enquire.
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📌 Consultant Psychiatrists - Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities (Queensland)
🏢 Sante Recruitment
📍 Queensland