Description
About the Tribunal
The Mental Health Tribunal is an independent statutory tribunal established under the Victorian Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022 (the Act). The Tribunal is an essential safeguard under the Act to protect the rights and dignity of people with mental illness. The primary function of the Tribunal is to determine whether the criteria for compulsory mental health treatment as set out in the Act apply to a person. The Tribunal makes a Treatment Order for a person if all the criteria in the legislation apply to that person. The Tribunal also conducts hearings concerning a range of matters related to compulsory treatment for mental illness; electroconvulsive treatment, neurosurgery for mental illness and matters relating to intensive monitored supervision.
Who were looking for
We are seeking Psychiatrist and Registered Medical Practitioner members for sessional positions on the Tribunal. Members will be appointed until 1 September 2030
Pre-requisites for Tribunal membership:
- Psychiatrist members must be registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law in the speciality of psychiatry (non-practicing registration is sufficient).
- Registered Medical Practitioner members must be registered under the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law to practise in the medical profession and have knowledge and experience in relation to the treatment of mental illness.
About the role
Tribunal members conduct hearings as part of a three-member multi-disciplinary division of the Tribunal. Most hearings conducted by Tribunal divisions concern whether or not a treatment order should be made or revoked for an individual patient. Sessional members must be available to sit on hearings at least once per fortnight, however members with additional availability will usually sit more often.
Currently Tribunal hearings are conducted on-line as such these roles are performed remotely. Two full-day member forums per year provide an opportunity for members to come together in person.
The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government boards and committees reflect the composition of the Victorian community. This includes appropriate representation of women, regional Victorians, Aboriginal people, young Victorians, Victoria’s culturally diverse community, the LGBTI community and Victorians with a disability. Individuals with lived experience as a consumer of mental health services, or carer are encouraged to apply.
Requirements
Want more information or have any questions? On-line information event
For those interested in applying to be appointed to the Tribunal, we will be hosting an online after-hours information evening on 11 November 2025. This session will provide more details about the role including member supports. Current psychiatrist and registered medical members will share their experience of the role, and there will be time to ask questions.
The online event will be held via Microsoft teams and will commence at 5:15pm - 6:15pm. To RSVP and receive the link to join, please email admin@mht.vic.gov.au
How to Apply
All applications must be lodged through the Boards Victoria website: www.boards.vic.gov.au . Applicants are required to register an account on the Join a Public Board website prior to applying online. Once you have registered an account, please click the ‘apply online’ button on the vacancy page.
Applicants should download and read the position description and Supplementary Information for Applicants before applying. If you have trouble accessing these documents, or require them in an accessible format, please contact the Tribunal at the details below.
If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process, please contact us on the details below.
Contact
For further information, please refer to the Tribunal’s website: www.mht.vic.gov.au, or contact the Tribunal via email at recruitment@mht.vic.gov.au or call on 03 9032 3200.
