Deputy Director of Clinical Services – Psychiatry | Central QueenslandSenior Psychiatric Leadership | Mental Health, Alcohol & Other Drugs | Remuneration up to $584,972 An outstanding senior leadership opportunity is available for a Fellowed Psychiatrist to join Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service as Deputy Director of Clinical Services .

Working alongside the Director of Clinical Services, you will play a key role in leading medical services across Central Queensland, supporting clinical teams, driving innovation and shaping the future delivery of mental health and Alcohol and Other Drugs services to a population of more than 250,000 people .

This is an opportunity for an experienced psychiatrist who combines strong clinical expertise with collaborative leadership and a genuine commitment to improving patient care and supporting medical teams.

The Opportunity As Deputy Director of Clinical Services , you will work closely with the Director of Clinical Services to provide clinical leadership across a diverse and geographically dispersed mental health service.

You Will Have The Opportunity To

- Provide senior clinical leadership across Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs services
- Support and develop medical teams across the region
- Lead clinical quality, safety and continuous improvement initiatives
- Drive innovation and service development
- Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability and high-quality patient care
- Support clinical governance and risk management
- Contribute to education, research and professional development
- Support RANZCP training across the service
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and key internal and external stakeholders
- Provide leadership to medical officers and nurse practitioner teams
- Step into the Director of Clinical Services and Mental Health Act Administrator role during periods of absence

This is a senior role with the opportunity to influence service delivery and make a meaningful contribution to mental health care across Central Queensland. About About Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol & Other Drugs Service Central Queensland Mental Health, Alcohol and Other Drugs Service supports communities across:

- Rockhampton
- Yeppoon
- Gladstone




- Banana Shire
- Woorabinda
- Central Highlands

The service has a catchment population of more than 250,000 people , with Rockhampton serving as the regional hub . The service provides a broad range of specialist mental health and Alcohol and Other Drugs services, including:

- Acute inpatient mental health
- Community mental health
- Alcohol and Other Drugs services
- Indigenous mental health services
- Child and Youth Mental Health
- Prison mental health services
- Forensic mental health
- Court Liaison services
- Specialist regional services

You will become part of a large, connected and multidisciplinary service committed to supporting patients, families and communities across the region. About You To be considered for this senior leadership position, you will have:
- MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
- Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP)
- Current Specialist Registration with AHPRA
- Demonstrated senior clinical experience in Psychiatry
- Experience managing a broad range of psychiatric presentations across hospital and/or community settings
- Strong understanding of contemporary, evidence-based psychiatric practice
- Demonstrated commitment to clinical governance, quality and patient safety
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication and relationship-building capabilities
- A commitment to career development, education and continuous improvement

The successful candidate will be a collaborative and approachable leader who can build strong relationships, support their teams, identify opportunities for improvement and translate ideas into practical outcomes. Remuneration Total remuneration package of up to $584,972 per annum , comprising:

- Base salary of $266,839 – $282,912 p.a. (L25–L27)
- Salary range of $223,136 – $259,187 p.a. (L18–L24)




- 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
- 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits May Include

- Professional Development Leave and Allowance – $22,145 p.a. / 3.6 weeks
- Motor Vehicle Allowance
- Overtime and on-call allowances
- Attraction and Retention Incentive Allowance
- Clinical Managers Allowance
- Generous salary sacrificing arrangements
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Discounted Private Health Insurance
- Fitness Passport

Why Central Queensland? This is an opportunity to combine senior psychiatric leadership with an attractive Queensland lifestyle. Based in Rockhampton , you will be part of a regional service with a diverse geographical footprint and the opportunity to influence mental health services across Central Queensland.

The Region Offers

- A relaxed regional lifestyle
- Affordable housing compared with major capital cities
- Excellent family and community amenities
- Strong sporting and recreational opportunities

- Easy access to the Queensland coast
- Outdoor and nature-based activities
- A welcoming and diverse community
- The opportunity to make a genuine difference to regional and rural communities

Why Apply?
- Senior Deputy Director of Clinical Services leadership position
- Work alongside an experienced Director of Clinical Services
- Lead services supporting 250,000+ people

- Broad mental health and Alcohol and Other Drugs portfolio
- Opportunity to influence clinical quality and service development
- Leadership of medical officer and nurse practitioner teams

- Strong focus on education, research and RANZCP training
- Total remuneration up to $584,972 p.a.
- Attractive additional allowances and benefits
- Regional Queensland lifestyle

- Opportunity to make a significant contribution to patient care across Central Queensland

Apply Now For further information or a confidential discussion regarding this senior psychiatric leadership opportunity, please contact

Sante Recruitment . With over 20 years' experience in the medical recruitment business , Sante Recruitment will ensure that your application process is dealt with in a timely manner, adhering to the highest ethical and professional standards.

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