The Resource Team: an innovative service delivery support model for mental health services

J O'Sullivan; J Powell; Peter Gibbon; B Emmerson

doi:10.1080/10398560802573701

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The Resource Team: an innovative service delivery support model for mental health services

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The Resource Team: an innovative service delivery support model for mental health services

J O'Sullivan, J Powell, Peter Gibbon and B Emmerson

Australasian Psychiatry, Vol.17(2), pp.126-129

2009

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/10398560802573701

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Public Health and Health Services

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enhanced partnerships

mental health

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Objective: This paper outlines the development of the Resource Team, an innovative service delivery model supporting clinical services at the Inner North Brisbane Mental Health Service, Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital Health Service District. The team aims to provide a base for specialist mental health support staff, improve knowledge management and support the development of meaningful community partnerships. Method: Development of the team included a literature review and consultation with internal and external stakeholders. From this, the objectives, roles and functions of the team were clarified and disseminated to stakeholders. Results: The team currently encompasses 12 positions and has initiated a number of programs and service developments. These include improved IT management of clinical resources and the development of partnerships with the community and non-government sectors. Conclusions: The Resource Team effectively coordinates specialist clinical support positions, addresses knowledge management issues and facilitates meaningful engagement with the community and non-government sectors. The model could easily be applied in other mental health and general health services.

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Title: The Resource Team: an innovative service delivery support model for mental health services
Authors: J O'Sullivan (Author) - Inner North Brisbane Mental Health Service, Brisbane
J Powell (Author) - Inner North Brisbane Mental Health Service, Brisbane
Peter Gibbon (Author) - Inner North Brisbane Mental Health Service, Brisbane
B Emmerson (Author) - Inner North Brisbane Mental Health Service, Brisbane
Publication details: Australasian Psychiatry, Vol.17(2), pp.126-129
Publisher: Informa Healthcare
Date published: 2009
DOI: 10.1080/10398560802573701
ISSN: 1039-8562
Organisation Unit: University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99450402002621
Output Type: Journal article

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