Consumer Representative Opportunities
We are always looking for new consumer representatives. If you are interested in advocating for a better health system for all, please consider joining HCCA. Please note all HCCA consumer representatives must be members of our organisation and complete consumer representative training.
If you already know the details of the opportunity you want to apply for, you can go directly to the nomination form here.
For help with nominating, call the HCCA office on 62307800 or email [email protected]
HCCA Internal Committees and Opportunities
Sign up to be a Consumer Resource Reviewer!
We are looking for more HCCA members to help us review consumer resources to make sure they are easy to understand and follow. This is a flexible opportunity that you can fit in with your schedule – great for people who are working or studying.
The resources we review come from health services, government and community organisations. They cover a range of different health topics. Most resources are 2-3 pages or 750-1000 words. They are usually for the general public, so we’d love to hear from people who don’t have a lot of health care knowledge.
You do not need to have experience as a consumer representative or know about specific health topics. If you are interested, email [email protected].
Please note this opportunity is not reimbursed.
ACT Opportunities
Subcutaneous Immunoglobulin Program Advisory Group
The Canberra Health Services Subcutaneous Immunoglobulin (SCIg) Program Advisory Group (SAG) provides leadership and governance for the CHS Subcutaneous Immunoglobulin Program and is a sub-committee of the Blood Management committee.
The role of the advisory group is to:
- Develop strategies to sustain and enhance the CHS SCIg in alignment with the national immunoglobulin policy.
- Provide a central accountability point for the SCIg Service.
- Provide expert subject matter advice on the development of policy documents, consumer handouts, clinical forms and other relevant document development relevant to SCIg.
- Provide advice on education and training requirements and research opportunities relevant to SCIg.
This advisory group will best suit a consumer who can bring a patient experience and perspective to help inform the strategies and direction of the group.
View the terms of reference here.
Meetings are held quarterly on Mondays in a hybrid format.
Please apply by the 16th of May using the nomination form at the bottom of the page.
Transitional Therapy and Care Program Executive Management Committee
The Canberra Health Services Transitional Therapy and Care Program (TTCP) executive management meeting exists to provide a forum for senior managers of the various services involved with the TTCP service delivery, to collaboratively manage the effective, efficient and safe functioning of the program and relevant processes.
TTCP is a short-term, goal-oriented program of up to 12 weeks, which aims to improve the patient’s independence and ability to manage at home directly after discharge from hospital. For more information go to the Canberra Health Services website or click this link to view the brochure.
This opportunity would suit a consumer who can assist in discussion about how the service is provided and suggest ongoing improvements to the program. Ideal for a consumer or carer who has experience with aged care or rehabilitation services, such as health care in hospital or community setting.
The TTCP Executive Meeting is held quarterly on the first Thursday of the month, 10am-12pm. Meetings are hybrid, held online and at the University of Canberra Hospital in Bruce.
View the terms of reference here.
Please apply by the 31st of May using the nomination form at the bottom of the page.
Rehabilitation, Aged and Community Services Quality and Safety Committee
The Division of Rehabilitation, Aged and Community Services (RACS) Quality and Safety Committee provides leadership and guidance to the Division on Quality and Safety matters.
The committee has the objectives of:
- Empowering staff to provide safe and high-quality care to our consumers
- Making decisions about allocation of resources to make improvements or resolve issues
- Communicating with and on behalf of the Division about quality and safety matters
This will suit a consumer who has an understanding how allied and community health works and wants to work with a passionate team to improve consumer quality and safety.
10 online meetings per year.
View the terms of reference here.
Please apply by the 31st of May.
National/Interstate Opportunities
Hospital in the Home: Research Special Interest Group
The main goal of the Research Special Interest Group is to create a collaborative, supportive space where professionals from different fields can work together to improve research about Hospital in the Home (HITH) care models. Their aim is to boost research skills and new knowledge, all while making sure patients receive the best possible care. The research is being conducted by the HITH Society Australasia in collaboration with Melbourne University.
This would suit a consumer who has relevant experience and understanding of the HITH model and is prepared to work at the national level on this research project.
View the terms of reference here and the research proposal here.
Meetings happen online once a month on Tuesdays.
Please apply by the 31st of May using the nomination form at the bottom of the page.
Other opportunities
None at the present
Conference Sponsorship Opportunities
None at present