About the Role:
A compelling opportunity is now available within the Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) for an experienced and dedicated Consultant Psychiatrist to join the South Australian Intellectual Disability Health Service (SAIDHS).
SAIDHS is a state-wide, specialist health service delivering comprehensive medical and mental health care for adults with diagnosed intellectual disability and complex needs.
As a Consultant Psychiatrist, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high‑quality clinical care in partnership with SAIDHS’ multidisciplinary team of health professionals. You will provide specialist psychiatric expertise, contribute to collaborative treatment planning, and support the delivery of integrated, person‑centred services. Your responsibilities will include direct clinical care, active participation in multidisciplinary case discussions, and involvement in research and service development initiatives that enhance outcomes for consumers and their families.
To be eligible for this position, you must hold a Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) or equivalent, Appropriate Specialist Qualifications and registrable with the Medical Board of Australia as a Medical Practitioner with specialist registration; or another qualification as defined in the SA Medical Officers Award.
The Total Indicative Remuneration figure is calculated taking into account base salary, leave loading and superannuation as well as managerial allowances, professional development or any other allowances where appropriate.
About You:
In this role, you will bring a high standard of clinical practice, professional integrity, and a strong commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence‑based care. Your background demonstrates:
- extensive experience working with consumers with mental health conditions, including those with intellectual disability and complex presentations
- the ability to engage empathetically with consumers, families and carers, and collaborate effectively with external agencies
- strong communication skills, both written and verbal, enabling clear, respectful and timely interactions with colleagues at all levels
- proven capability to work within a multidisciplinary environment and contribute to a positive team culture
- effective workload prioritisation, adaptability to evolving service needs, and a commitment to continuous quality improvement
- competence in basic computing, including email, electronic medical records and word processing
You will be joining a dynamic and expanding Local Health Network that is committed to delivering contemporary, innovative and high‑quality health services within modern facilities.
This role offers an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact as part of a passionate, progressive and highly skilled team dedicated to improving the lives of people with intellectual disability across South Australia.
About Adelaide:
Adelaide is consistently recognised as a city that artfully combines its compact charm and world-class cuisine with picturesque nature escapes. Ranked one of the worlds “Most Liveable Cities” and “Most Beautiful Cities”, Adelaide provides something for everyone combining a wonderful mix of nature with nearby beaches, rolling hills and wildlife and culinary delights with fine dining restaurants, award-winning cafes, bustling food markets and booming boutique bars. Events like the LIV Golf, SANTOS Tour Down Under, Adelaide Fringe and the Adelaide Cabaret Festival add extra appeal to living here.
About Us:
The Northern Adelaide Local Health Network (NALHN) is a leading provider of public healthcare services in South Australia.
NALHN serves over 400,000 people in northern Adelaide with a comprehensive range of high-quality medical services, including emergency, surgical, obstetric, neonatal, paediatric, oncology, geriatric, palliative care and rehabilitation, and mental health care. Recently, NALHN has upgraded its facilities and plans to expand further. The network provides primary health care with a focus on community health promotion and chronic disease management. With nearly 6,500 employees, NALHN emphasises quality care and a supportive work environment guided by respect, integrity, and accountability. Our core values foster excellence, innovation, and equitable health outcomes.
At NALHN Everyone Has a Story, Everyone Matters, Everyone Contributes and Everyone Grows.
Benefits of working at NALHN:
From salary packaging to flexible working arrangements, a large range of opportunities for movement and career progression, you’ll find there are lots of benefits of working with Northern Adelaide Local Health Network.
Salary packaging is an option for saving money by paying for some of your everyday expenses from your salary before it is taxed.
Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants from interstate or overseas.
NALHN supports and fosters a culture in which employees feel they belong and feel safe at work. The culture aims to encourage all people to use their talents and to be valued and rewarded for their contributions.
SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence.
We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if you have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best.
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.
Check(s):
- DHS Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- National Police Check (National Police Certificate) for general employment probity, vulnerable person-related employment and aged care sector screening – apply to any of the accredited bodies approved to offer a service direct to the public. Accreditation is provided by the Australian Criminal Intelligence Commission. See our National Police Certificate accredited bodies page for links to lodge screening requests.
Immunisation Risk for this position is – Category A (direct contact with blood or body substances)
SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 929973
Enquiries:
Stephanie Searle
A/Senior Manager, SAIDHS
Phone: (08) 8257 7300
E-mail: stephanie.searle@sa.gov.au
Application Closing Date:
13 March 2026 – 11.55PM
Role Description and Further Information:
929973 - Consultant Psychiatrist - South Australian Intellectual Disability Health Service (SAIDHS) - MD2 - role description.pdf
* Refer to the SA Health Career Website – How to apply for further information.
