NNSWLHD Staff Specialist or Visiting Medical Officer Specialist Psychiatrist - Multiple Positions and Locations - Mental Health Services (Apply via eCredential)Northern NSW Local Health District – Newcastle NSWProvide contemporary comprehensive Specialist Psychiatry services at the primary facility and other facilities where applicable for optimal patient outcomes delivering a healthy community through quality care.Positions include the specialties of:Adult Community Mental HealthOlder Persons Mental HealthProvide clinical leadership, participate in quality improvement activities and provide training and education to clinicians across multiple disciplines to achieve quality education and safe clinical practice.Why you should consider applyingWe can offer you:Diverse career pathwaysProfessional and personal developmentHelp with further study and educationFlexible and supportive work environmentOpportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforceChallenging, inspiring and rewarding roles, andThe opportunity to make a difference!As a Staff Specialist, you may also benefit from potential tax savings by salary packaging living expenses, vehicle leasing, meal entertainment and relocation costs.Working with Northern NSW Local Health District, you can play a part in delivering quality care to our region.More than 280,000 people live within the Northern NSW Local Health District, and around 4.7 per cent of our population are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage.Our health service values the essential role our staff play in delivering innovative ways to respond to the health needs of our patients and clients.Our staff live and work in some of Australia's most sought-after destinations, where work/life balance is not a buzzword, it's a reality!Where you'll be workingNNSWLHD Mental Health Services care for adults, adolescents, and children and work with our patients, families and carers to determine what options are available to help with recovery.There are two Acute Adult Inpatient Mental Health Units, one in Tweed Heads and one in Lismore.There is one Sub-Acute Adult Inpatient Mental Health Unit in Byron Bay.Community Mental Health Services are located in Tweed Heads, Murwillumbah, Byron Bay, Ballina, Lismore and Grafton.The Tweed Valley is a subtropical oasis encompassing the rugged terrain of Wollumbin National Park, arty riverside villages, historic coastal towns and the gateway to the Gold Coast.The Ballina and Byron Shires include some of Australia's most famous surf breaks and holiday destinations, while the hinterland is rich with vibrant communities and mouth-watering local produce.Also known as the Rainbow Region, the Lismore area is blessed with stunning waterfalls, fertile farming land, artistic villages and relaxed seaside communities and is close to the Ballina & Byron Shires.Further south the Upper Clarence region is a nature-lover's paradise of world-heritage listed rainforests, vast unspoilt bushland and charming country hamlets.The Clarence River provides the lifeblood of that region, connecting the regional centre of Grafton with the historic township of Maclean and the stunning seaside towns of Iluka and Yamba.Whether you're looking for a relaxing tree-change, a family destination or an adventure, the regions of the Northern NSW Local Health District have something to suit every lifestyle.Northern NSW Local Health District embraces the diverse skills and perspectives that our people bring to the workplace.We foster inclusiveness and diversity to help us deliver quality care to our community. NNSWLHD is committed to reconciliation and strongly encourages Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this position.All applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people will be viewed most favourably.For help with your application to this role visit our online recruitment resource for Aboriginal people.Please note, to apply for this position you must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or be able to independently, legally live and work in Australia.For more information please see.A current valid NSW Working With Children Check is a requirement of this position.Visit for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr