Registrar - VAHS

Job Description:

WORKING AT ST VINCENT’S MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE

St Vincent’s provides a comprehensive, collegial training environment designed to develop psychiatrists with broad clinical capability and strong leadership skills. Trainees benefit from an extensive academic program that includes psychotherapy training, grand‑round style teaching, critical analysis sessions, psychodynamic reading tutorials, reflective practice, and robust exam preparation supported by senior consultants. Historically, trainees have achieved high pass rates, reflecting the depth and quality of the program.

The service also recognises the emotional demands of mental health work and prioritises trainee wellbeing through accessible senior support, an open‑door clinical executive, and practical guidance from lead and senior registrars. Additional counselling resources, including the ACCESS and STAR programs, help trainees balance professional responsibilities with pe...