SCHN - Staff Specialist - Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, SCH (eCredential)

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.

Please refer to the Application Guide and NSW Policy Directive PD2022_030 Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases for vaccination requirements.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.  For more information on how to apply for the clearance, please visit the Office of the Children’s Guardian Website https://ocg.nsw.gov.au/

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, wellbeing and best interests of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. Please click here for more information.

Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified.

Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.

1. Eligible for registration with the Medical Board of Australia as a Specialist Psychiatrist and/or overseas trained specialist pathways. Trainees who are expecting to complete their requirements for Fellowship of the RANZCP within the next 6 months are eligible to apply
2. Demonstrated recent clinical experience in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Fellowship of the RANZCP and/or other specialist recognition as provided for in the Staff Specialists (State) Award. Membership of the Faculty of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, RANZCP, or equivalent
3. Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide leadership of a team
4. Demonstrated effective clinical communication through the use of information technology and written, verbal and interpersonal skills including conflict resolution skills
5. Demonstrated commitment to teaching, continuing education, research and quality improvement
6. Availability to participate in an on-call roster and to respond on site as required within a reasonable time
7. Experience with a wide range of treatment methods including psychotherapeutic approaches, and the use of psychotropic medications
8. Adaptability to the needs of the child, their family, and the changing requirements of the position
    

The preferred applicant may be considered for the award of a conjoint academic title at a level commensurate with his/her qualifications and experience.  The award of the academic title will also confer membership upon the appointee of the relevant University.  The academic title will be held for the duration of The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network appointment.  No remuneration is attached to the University appointment.  The appointee will be responsible to the University for academic matters and to The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network for clinical matters.

Need more information? 
  1) Click here for the Position Description 
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For role related queries or questions contact Iain Perkes on Iain.Perkes@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer service team on 1300 679 367 and select option 3.

Applications Close: Wednesday 3rd December 2025

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Note: NSW Health does not require or accept the 'fit2work badge' offered as an option in eCredential. Please do not apply or pay for a fit2work badge when applying for this position.

For assistance with eCredential please email SCHN-SMO@health.nsw.gov.au