Director of Advanced Training - NSW Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Employment Type: Part Time – Permanent
Position Classification: Senior Staff Specialist Award
Remuneration: $251,618.00 (pro rata) per annum plus relevant allowances, as well as 12% superannuation and leave loading
Hours Per Week: 15.2
Requisition ID: REQ611033

Director of Advanced Training - NSW Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

An exciting opportunity exists to join the Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) as a Director of Advanced Training – NSW Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, in the Mental Health (MHP) Portfolio.

The Director of Advanced Training, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is responsible for:

• Carrying out the functions of Child and Adolescent Director of Advanced Training required for
  Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatry (RANZCP) accreditation of Advanced Training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry in NSW.
• Supporting Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Advanced Trainee progression and welfare in NSW.

Where you'll be working
The role is based in Sydney at 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards in a modern, purpose-built 5 star rated green campus that is well serviced by public transport and access to public parking. The building offers activity-based working conditions with agile and flexible workspaces and the latest in technology, modern end-of-trip facilities, and secure bicycle storage. There is an onsite cafe, and a 100-space childcare centre.

HETI offers competitive remuneration (base salary plus super and leave loading), a monthly ADO (for full-time staff), a range of flexible working options including hybrid working (all staff are required to attend the office weekly), as well as comprehensive leave entitlements and discounted access to fitness facilities. Professional development is well embedded in our organisation and staff are encouraged to continue their studies and take opportunities for furthering their careers. 

HETI is committed to promoting the diversity of our people and our learners through fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels safe to bring their whole selves to HETI. This includes actively breaking down barriers to enable staff to fully participate and be included in a way that respects and values difference. We encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

As a part of NSW Health, HETI is driven by the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, building a positive workplace culture.

Experience the many great benefits of working for the NSW Government.

How to apply
All NSW Health employees must abide by the NSW Health Code of Conduct and the CORE values and principles that it promotes.

Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed in the selection process.

During the selection process, candidates will be required to undergo additional assessments in determining their suitability for the role. Successful candidates will also need to agree to undergo a National Police Check.

As part of the selection process, we will also seek verification of experience, skills and qualifications you have provided in your application.

Please email your Expression of Interest, Cover Letter and current Resume to Dr Susan Grimes, ensuring to submit an online application VIA the Application Link.

Selection Criteria:

1. Fellowship of RANZCP and RANZCP Certificate of Advanced Training in Child, Adolescent and Family Psychiatry and/or membership of RANZCP Faculty of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
2. Demonstrated experience in the delivery of specialist mental health education with demonstrated experience and skills in program/course/workshop delivery and supervision with particular reference to experience and skills in education in Child, Adolescent and Family Psychiatry.
3. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and with the capacity to contribute positively to a broader team.
4. Demonstrated high level and written and verbal communication skills.

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Dr Susan Grimes on susan.grimes@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: Wednesday, 15^th October 2025 at 11:59PM