Medical Co-Director
WHERE COMPASSION MEETS EXCELLENCE /
GROWING HEALTHY FUTURES WITH COMPASSION, EQUITY, AND RESPECT
CRVCID No. 721552
Med Careers Ref No. 493162
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time appointment, with the possibility of extension(s).
Position Profile: We are advertising, to fill 4 of ICAMHS Medical Co-Director Community roles to provide leadership across the ICAMHS Network. Positions are available across the Community ICAMHS North, South and East Area Networks, which includes all community locations in CAMHS, as well as within our Statewide service.
In collaboration with the Service Co-Director, the Medical Co-Director Community ICAMHS and Statewide ICAMHS supports operational leadership and provides clinical governance oversight for the delivery of across the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) within the assigned directorate. The Medical Co-Director Community ICAMHS also provides professional oversight for clinicians working across CAMHS within multidisciplinary teams.
As a member of the CAMHS Executive Team, the Medical Co-Director Community ICAMHS provides strategic and transformational leadership to support the achievement of CAMHS performance objectives and high standards of clinical practice. This includes contributing to the development and implementation of strategic and operational plans, policy, education programs, research activities and service improvement initiatives.
The role is expected to maintain an approximate split of 0.5 FTE clinical and 0.5 FTE administrative responsibilities.
About the services:
Community CAMHS
Community CAMHS has 3 Area Networks, comprised of 9 locations across the metropolitan area. Community CAMHS see infants, children and adolescents with various mental illnesses resulting in significant impact upon their functioning. We would work with you to match you to a service area that suits your circumstances.
North Area Network includes locations in Clarkson, Hilary’s, Warwick and Shenton.
East Area Network includes locations in Midland and Armadale.
South Area Network includes locations in Murdoch, Rockingham and Peel.
State-wide Services
State-wide services are comprised of specialised Tier 4 services, providing specialised mental health services to young people and families across the state. These services include: the Gender Diversity Service, the Eating Disorder Service, the Complex ADHD Service, Pathways Day Program, Touchstone/EUPD Service.
Perks and Benefits:
- Join a vibrant and collaborative team.
- Access to ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Contribute to ground-breaking research and advancements in mental health care.
- Competitive remuneration and supportive work environment.
- Generous relocation package
How to Apply:
If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, we invite you to apply. Submit your application showcasing your experience, qualifications, and enthusiasm for this role. Don't miss this chance to be part of an organisation committed to making a difference in the lives of young individuals. Apply today!
Eligibility Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Fixed term and/or casual contracts can be held by individuals on visas that allow working rights within Australia.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online. Please note, applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Applicants MUST apply online via MedCareers - Reference Number 493162.
Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. For your written application please provide the following:
- A cover letter outlining your preference(s) order for ICAMHS Network location (North, South, East, Statewide).
- a statement addressing the selection criteria in 3 to 4 pages.
- a current resume which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.
These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
This position is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Dr Vineet Padmanabhan on +61 (8) 6389 5800
About Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS): CAHS is Western Australia's primary provider of paediatric healthcare, exclusively dedicated to infants, children, and young people. Comprising Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH), Neonatology, Community Health, and Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). CAHS operates with over 5,500 employees across PCH, King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH), and over 160 community clinics in the metropolitan area. For more information about our services click here.
CAHS Values: CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services please click here
For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the CAHS Talent Acquisition Team on 08 6456 0321 or via email: cahs.talentacquisition@health.wa.gov.au
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
Our Values guide our work in every action, and that includes recruitment and employment! CAHS encourages Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds or LGBTI communities, and people with disability to work with us. Whatever your age, race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and family/carer responsibilities are, we ask that you consider bringing your expertise to our workforce.
In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/06/2026.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
