The purpose of this position is to deliver high-level clinical services and leadership as part of the Paediatric Gender Service. The position will involve significant liaison with peer support agencies, schools, specialist networks, statutory authorities, and other ACT Government bodies.

The Canberra Health Services (CHS) Gender Service provides interdisciplinary support for children, young people, adults, and their families with gender concerns or gender dysphoria. It aims to improve physical and mental health and quality of life outcomes for Trans and Gender Diverse people of all ages by providing care in which individuals feel safe, supported, and listened to throughout their gender identity experience.

The CHS Gender Service is delivered by highly trained health workers using a trauma-informed, strengths-based approach that recognizes the importance of protective factors, such as family and peer support, to reduce stigma and discrimination and optimize mental health outcomes.

The service has two streams: the Paediatric Gender Service (PGS) and Adult Gender Service (AGS). The PGS General Paediatrician will work with a multidisciplinary team, including psychosocial staff, relevant medical specialists, and other members of the care team, to provide high-quality evidence-based assessment, intervention, and support for people with gender concerns or gender dysphoria.

Essential qualifications

For information on what is required, please see the Job Description at: Gender Service General Paediatrician Job Description.

Apply

All applications must be submitted through the e-recruitment system and must include a copy of a current CV and a response to the selection criteria.

If you would like to know more about this role or other positions within our Women, Youth, and Children division, please contact Dr. Carolyn Petersons at 02 5124 2214 or Carolyn.petersons@act.gov.au.