Description
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
Part-time fixed term 12-month contract up 5.5hrs per week or 11hrs per fortnight on a Friday pro rata, superannuation and salary packaging benefits. Location Thomastown.
About First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing
First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing is a rapidly growing Aboriginal community-controlled health service aiming to improve access to trauma-informed comprehensive primary health care across Melbourne.
Our workplaces are distinguished by a rare mix of inclusiveness, empathy, excellence and innovation. We are looking for skilled individuals who bring warmth, corporate and customer service experience and flexibility. As an organisation, we support individuals who share our philosophies and values to create an outstanding workplace
Our vision
Healthcare that meets Australian First Peoples’ health and wellbeing needs
Our purpose
To provide services that meet the health and wellbeing needs of Australian First Peoples
About the role
As a Psychiatrist, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and treatment to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, delivering culturally safe, evidence-based care within a multidisciplinary team. You will manage a moderate caseload with dedicated time for clinical documentation, professional development, case consultation, and supporting Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) staff, while contributing to the organisation's strategic goals.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Deliver culturally safe psychiatric assessment and treatment within a Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) framework.
Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, diagnose and develop evidence-based treatment plans.
Prescribe and monitor psychiatric medications and provide trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care.
Collaborate with Aboriginal Health Workers, multidisciplinary teams, families, Elders and community services to deliver holistic, person-centred care.
Manage complex mental health presentations, including co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
Prepare clinical reports, maintain accurate documentation, and coordinate referrals to support integrated care.
Formulate clear diagnoses in accordance with DSM-5-TR and ICD-11 diagnostic frameworks, utilising appropriate psychometric and clinical tools.
Liaise with GPs, allied health professionals, hospitals, and other services to ensure coordinated, comprehensive care and appropriate duty of care.
Other
Provide clinical oversight, consultation, and support to SEWB clinicians and other team members on complex psychiatric presentations.
Maintain clear and effective communication with all staff members across the team.
Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential clinical records using Best Practice Software, in accordance with the Medical Board of Australia's Good Medical Practice guidelines and relevant privacy legislation.
Ensure all documentation — including clinical notes, review letters, referrals, and medication records — meets professional and legislative standards.
Keep up to date with Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) requirements relevant to psychiatry and report changes to the SEWB Manager as appropriate.
Professional Standards and Code of Conduct
The Psychiatrist is expected to practise in accordance with the following professional and regulatory frameworks:
Medical Board of Australia — Good Medical Practice: A Code of Conduct for Doctors in Australia
Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) — Code of Ethics
RANZCP — Clinical Practice Guidelines and Position Statements
National Safety and Quality Health Service (NSQHS) Standards
Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles
Mental Health Act 2014 (Vic) and associated legislative obligations
AHPRA — mandatory reporting obligations under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law
Culturally safe and responsive practice frameworks for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including the RANZCP Position Statement on Cultural Safety
About you
You will be a friendly, respectful person with strong organisational skills, ability to multi-task and prioritise. You will be passionate about working in the Aboriginal primary health care sector and commit to providing exceptional care with compassion. We require skilled and professional workers who can demonstrate building strong relationships and trust with the people they work with.
Essential
Current and unconditional registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Medical Board of Australia (AHPRA), with specialist qualification in Psychiatry (FRANZCP or equivalent).
Fellowship of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (FRANZCP), or eligibility for specialist registration in psychiatry.
Minimum of 5 years' post-fellowship experience in a clinical psychiatry setting.
Current prescribing authority and demonstrated experience in psychopharmacology.
Genuine interest in and commitment to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and an understanding of the social and emotional determinants of health in these communities.
Demonstrated ability to provide culturally safe, trauma-informed, and person/family-centred care.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across diverse ages, cultures, and social backgrounds.
Commitment to maintaining absolute confidentiality regarding client and organisational information.
Strong computer literacy and time management skills.
Desirable
Experience using the Best Practice software
Experience working in community-based, primary health care, or Aboriginal Community Controlled Health settings.
Understanding of the unique health needs and experiences of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, including intergenerational trauma.
Experience with telehealth and remote service delivery.
Completion of cultural safety or Aboriginal health training.
Mandatory checks
National police check
Current Victorian Driver’s license
Current Working with Children’s Check
Two referees
Current AHPRA registration
Medical Indemnity Insurance
For further information, please contact HR at @fphw.org.au
Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role to SEEK by COB 14th August 2026
First Peoples' Health and Wellbeing will close this advertisement should the right candidate be appointed earlier.
