Duties
The task of Board members is to sit on a three member Board (comprising a psychiatrist, a lawyer and an community member) to review the status of those admitted to involuntary status under the Mental Health Act 1996. The Board applies the same legislative criteria as the psychiatrist when he or she makes a person an involuntary patient, the Board then makes a decision whether to continue or discharge the involuntary status of the person. Board members work in an informal environment in which consistency of approach and procedure is important.

Frequency of sitting
The frequency with which members sit will vary according to both the Board's needs and each individual member's availability. Members are classified as sessional employees and are not guaranteed any particular number of sitting days per month.

Remuneration
The remuneration rate is set by the Minister for Health on the recommendation of the Minister for Public Sector Management.

How to apply
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