Working at RANZCP in Australia

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is a passionate, membership-based not-for-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing the quality and accessibility of mental healthcare.

Our people are at the heart of our mission to support our members in advancing psychiatry and advocating for the best mental health outcomes in our communities.

At RANZCP, we foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere where every team member matters. We’re invested in our team’s professional growth and personal wellbeing, offering competitive pay and an attractive range of benefits. As a part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a friendly and diverse group of professionals who are committed to making a meaningful impact in the field of mental health.

Employee benefits

Work locations

Our head office is located in Melbourne, Victoria, however you can also base yourself at one of our Branches around Australia or in our National New Zealand office. We have offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra and Wellington, NZ as well as hybrid working arrangements available for all staff.

Monthly Rostered Day Off

The RANZCP is committed to your mental and physical wellbeing and provides opportunities to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We offer a monthly rostered day off work to all eligible employees (pro-rata for part-time). No additional hours in excess of our 37.5hr working week need to be worked to qualify for the monthly rostered day off.

Reduced work week

Work hours are 37.5 hours per week for full time employees. Normal business hours are between 8.30am and 5.00pm, Monday to Friday, including a one-hour lunch break.

Paid parental leave

We support developing families with 12 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers following a qualifying 12-months employment with the College.

Personal (sick and carer’s) leave

You will be eligible for 10 days paid personal leave accessible from your start date.

Annual leave

You will be eligible for four weeks annual leave each year which starts accruing from your start date.

Leave loading

You will receive 17.5% annual leave loading, paid in a lump sum in the first pay period of December each year.

Cultural leave

Employees of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori descent can access 5 days paid cultural leave each year to observe religious, ceremonial or culturally significant days.

Family and domestic violence leave

Any employee who is experiencing family and domestic violence leave can access 10 days paid leave each year.

Extra-long service leave

The RANZCP offers 13 weeks’ long service leave following 10 years of service.

Market competitiveness

Our salaries are externally audited and benchmarked annually to ensure the RANZCP remains competitive in the market.

Salary packaging

As a partially FBT rebatable organisation, the RANZCP offers tailored and in-house salary packaging options with no fees, tailored to your personal needs to maximise your total remuneration package.

End of year gifted holidays

Each year the Board and CEO consider gifting complimentary leave days to all staff during the end of year College close down period.

End of year gifts

Each year the Board and CEO consider end of year gifts to thank staff for their efforts during the year.

Discounts on products and services

You will have access to a range of exclusive discounts on products and services like travel, movies, health and wellbeing, and shopping.

Service Recognition Program

Your hard work will be celebrated with our program that recognises and rewards service milestones.

• 3 years - $250.00 visa gift voucher
• 5 years - $500.00 visa gift voucher
• 7 years - $300.00 visa gift voucher
• 10 years -$1,000 visa gift voucher
• 15 years - $1,000 visa gift voucher
• 20 years - $1,000 visa gift voucher, flowers, department lunch.

Learning and professional development opportunities

At the RANZCP you’ll have opportunities to develop new skills with regular opportunities for training and development in your field. You can apply for paid study assistance, paid study leave, professional membership and subscriptions to support your career.

Be healthy and well

The RANZCP offers regular health and wellbeing initiatives including workshops, annual flu vaccinations, and yoga classes in addition to the Health and Wellbeing Program.

Employee assistance program

Access our fully complimentary and confidential counselling service, available to all employees and their immediate family.

End of month social drinks

Relax and get to know your colleagues at our monthly social drinks event.

Staff Socialisation Program

Take time out to socialise with your colleagues, different departments and learn something new with creative activities sponsored by the RANZCP including cooking, barista courses, bowling, painting, photography to name a few.

Social club

Join your colleagues in a non-work environment through a variety of activities including special discounts and entertainment books.

To find out more about current employment opportunities, please contact our Human Resources department at recruitment@ranzcp.org