Staff Specialist – Director of Clinical Services

  • New South Wales
  • Permanent
  • Mon Feb 2 20:29:36 2026
  • L00578

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Staff Specialist to join our team as the Director of Clinical Services at a leading mental health service. This key leadership role will oversee clinical services, manage medical staff, and contribute to training, research, and quality improvement programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage clinical services, including oversight of associated hospitals and community health services.

  • Provide clinical leadership and line management for senior and junior medical staff across multiple teams.

  • Deliver high-quality diagnostic and consultative psychiatric services.

  • Collaborate with medical, nursing, and allied health teams to enhance evidence-based practice and professional standards.

  • Engage in teaching, research, and quality improvement activities to continuously improve service delivery and clinical outcomes.

  • Promote a culture of teamwork, respect, and continuous performance improvement across all services.

The Ideal Candidate

  • Medical registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

  • Fellowship with the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) or equivalent specialist recognition under the NSW Staff Specialists (State) Award.

  • Proven experience in clinical leadership within mental health services.

  • Strong background in psychiatric diagnosis and consultative services.

  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching and research in a mental health setting.

  • Ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to achieve high standards of care.

Why Choose This Role?

  • Lead and shape the future of mental health services within a collaborative environment.

  • Opportunity to work with a dynamic mental health team providing high-quality services.

  • Access to professional development opportunities, research initiatives, and quality improvement programs.

  • Supportive work culture that values teamwork, respect, and continuous growth.


About Paragon Medics

Paragon Medics connects healthcare professionals with rewarding roles across Australia. We offer end-to-end recruitment services to help you transition smoothly into your next career opportunity.