Clinical Council Advisory Committee Member | Psychiatrist

The federal government requires Primary Health Networks (PHNs) to establish and maintain a GP-led Clinical Advisory Council made up of individuals who represent general practice and other health professionals, including but not limited to nurses, allied and community health, Aboriginal health workers, specialists and hospitals.

The purpose of the Clinical Council is to ensure that influential recommendations and advice from a clinical perspective are made to the GCPHN Board, in order that the best possible decisions on health and primary/community-based health care are made to improve health outcomes in accordance with the strategic intent of the PHN.

GCPHN and Gold Coast Health have recently launched a Joint Regional Plan for Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, Alcohol and Other Drug Services in the Gold Coast region which will drive joint activities and initiatives as well as inform GCPHN Commissioning and Gold Coast Health service and quality improvement in the coming years. The Clinical Council will advise on key implementation plans. For further information and to view the plan click here.

The Clinical Council assists the PHN to develop local strategies to improve the operation of the health care system for patients including advising on issues that can influence the Board’s deliberations and decisions to better meet unique needs of their communities.

The Board of the GCPHN are currently seeking nominations from local psychiatrists to fill a vacancy for the GCPHN Clinical Council. The term of appointment is 2 years, and the deadline for nominations is Monday, 5 October 2020 at 9am.

To see full position listing or to apply, click here.

EOI: Seeking GP for Committee for Joint Regional Plan for Mental Health, Suicide Prevention, Alcohol and Other Drug Services

The Joint Regional Plan outlines a shared understanding of the issues our region faces, a shared vision for the future and a joint strategic roadmap for future service provision. Finalised in June 2020, GCPHN and Gold Coast Health are progressing with implementation of the Joint Regional Plan, including establishment of new governance structures.

The purpose of the Joint Regional Plan Strategic Oversight Committee (the Committee) is to provide leadership, guidance and oversight to the implementation of the Joint Regional Plan.

The Committee provides a platform for leaders, service providers and people with lived experience and cultural knowledge to come together as partners, using their specific knowledge and expertise to inform the best ways to achieve the shared outcomes identified in the Joint Regional Plan.

Application and Appointment Process

Download the position information sheet here, which includes the selection criteria, remuneration details and additional information about the Joint Regional Plan Strategic Oversight Committe.

Please email your application to Amy Petrocy, gcregionalplan@gcphn.com.au no later than 4:00pm on Friday 25 September 2020.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Amy Petrocy by email or phone (07) 5635 2455.

All applications will be informed of the outcome of the EOI by email.