Specialist Consultant - Psychiatry

Consultant Psychiatrist – Youth and Family Mental Health

Location: Nepean Hospital, Nepean Blue Mountains LHD, NSW, Australia

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time (part-time negotiable)

Salary: Competitive (NSW Health Staff Specialist Award), with relocation and visa support

About the Role

Nepean Hospital seeks Consultant Psychiatrists to join the Child, Youth and Family Mental Health (CYF-MH) stream. Positions are based in the Nepean Adolescent Mental Health Unit (NAMHU), a purpose-built facility for youth aged 12–17.

Key Responsibilities:

• Psychiatric assessment and treatment for youth with complex needs

• Inclusive, trauma-informed support for families and care networks

• Leadership in clinical decision-making and service development

• Registrar supervision and medical student education

• Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, including lived experience and Aboriginal staff

About the Service

NAMHU is a 10-bed inpatient unit co-located with Nepean Mental Health Centre. Co-designed with input from youth, carers, and clinicians, it’s part of NSW’s $700M Statewide Mental Health Infrastructure Program.

The service promotes seamless inpatient-community integration and strong partnerships across health, education, and social sectors.

Why Nepean?

Located in Penrith, Nepean offers:

• Lifestyle: Blue Mountains, rivers, and outdoor activities

• Accessibility: Easy commute to Sydney via train and road

• Community: Diverse region with excellent schools and amenities

Join a forward-thinking team delivering youth-focused mental health care in a region committed to excellence and equity. 

Enquire today to learn more about the role and receive a copy of the position description.