Job Application

Director of Clinical Services Adult / Older Adult Community MUST have FRANZCP
Salary up to $450k +
Senior Psychiatrist Leadership | Regional Victoria

This is a rare opportunity for an experiencedFRANZCP-qualified Psychiatristto step into aClinical Directorrole that genuinely balances clinical practice with strategic leadership.
We are seeking an experienced Director of Clinical Services Adult / Older Adult Community to provide strategic, operational, and clinical leadership across community mental health services.

• Lead a growing Adult/ Older Adult Community Mental Health Service while enjoying an exceptional regional lifestyle just 2 hours from Melbourne.
• Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with rich natural beauty, welcoming communities, and plenty of outdoor and cultural activities ideal for those seeking a balanced life outside big city.
• Youll have real influence over service direction, supported by a collaborative executive team and a well-established multidisciplinary service.
• Recently completed a $223.5 million hospital expansion, reflecting the organisations long-term commitment to service excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth.

About You
You are a senior psychiatrist who values bothclinical autonomy and collaborative leadership, and you are motivated to improve outcomes for older people in the community.
You will have:

• FRANZCP(or eligibility for specialist registration with AHPRA)
• Demonstrated experience inOld Age / Older Persons Psychiatry
• Proven or emergingclinical leadershipexperience (Clinical Director, Clinical Lead, Head of Unit, or equivalent)
• Strong interest in service development, governance, and team leadership
• Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred community mental health care

Whats On Offer

• Senior medical leadership rolewith real influence over service direction
• CompetitiveStaff Specialist / Clinical Director remuneration package
• Flexible FTE arrangements considered
• Relocation assistance and professional development support

The Role
Youll provide clinical leadership and governance for the Older Persons Community Mental Health Service, while helping shape future-focused, recovery-oriented models of care.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supporting psychiatrists, registrars, and the MDT
• Driving service development, quality improvement, and governance
• Working closely with executive leadership, primary care, aged care, and inpatient services
• Contributing to teaching and workforce development

This is an opportunity to practise psychiatry the way it should be practised with time for leadership, clinical judgement, and meaningful patient care.

Why?
The mental health services are well-established, values-driven, and supported by a collaborative executive and clinical leadership team.

How to Apply
Please forward your resume and cover letter to nickiw@ccjobs.com.au
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:
Nicki Wade Senior Medical Recruitment Consultant
+ 61401010048