
Mental Health Act Delegate
20 hours ago
The Role
An opportunity has become available for two Mental Health Act Delegates to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 12 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
Provide an authoritative and specialist information service to MHSS staff, members of the public and staff of other key agencies
Review and monitor Mental Health Act 2016 documentation ensuring compliance with the Mental Health Act 2016 and Chief Psychiatrist Policies
Ensure all legislative requirements of the Mental Health Act are met by the Gold Coast Authorised Mental Health Service
Provide direction and support to staff, consumers, nominated support persons and families of the MHSS in regards to legislation, Office of the Chief Psychiatrist policies and procedures
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
While not mandatory, a relevant qualification would be well regarded
Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
**Benefits**:
Flexible work options
Career Development
Salary Packaging
Modern Facilities
Diverse Work Culture
Research Opportunities
12.75% super
17.5% leave loading
Salary
Permanent fill time and permanent part time (two positions, one permanent full time and one permanent part time 38 hours per fortnight)
Base salary ranging from $105 568 - $114 861 per annum, or $53.24 - $57.92 per hour
About Us
The Mental Health Act Team (MHA) are located at Gold Coast University Hospital and works closely with the inpatient and community clinical services across the Mental Health and Specialist Services (MHSS). This team has to work closely with the State-wide Forensic Mental Health Services (Prisons, Watchhouses and Secure facilities).
About Gold Coast Health
Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
Secondary and tertiary health services across more than 20 facilities
Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC621851
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