Mental Health Consumer Breakfast
OT AUSTRALIA National presents the Mental Health Messages Breakfast, an inspirational start to day two of the National Conference.
Be inspired by prominent figures in mental health as they discuss the importance of getting the right mental health messages to the public. Hear from consumers as they share their experiences of accessing mental health care services.
| Date: | Friday 12th September 2008 |
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| Time: | 7.00am – 8.50am |
| Location: | Carillion Room, Sofitel Melbourne, Melbourne. |
| Tickets: | Please complete on the Conference Registration form, or if you have already registered for the Conference, please email ausot@thinkbusinessevents.com.au with authorisation to charge your credit card or please send a cheque. Limited tickets will be available from the Registration Desk onsite. |
| Dress: | Smart Casual |
| Cost: | $20 (includes light breakfast) |
Key Address
The Hon. Rob Knowles OA
Rob Knowles is the Chair of the Mental Health Council of Australia and President of the Mental Illness Fellowship of Australia. He is also the former Minister of Health, Housing and Aged Care in Victoria.
Preston J. Garrison
Preston Garrison is the Secretary-General and CEO for the World Federation for Mental Health.
Program
| 7.00am | Breakfast open |
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| 7.30am | Rob Knowles "Getting the mental health messages right" |
| 7.55am | Preston Garrison "World Mental Health Day 2008" |
| 8.10am | Mental Health Panel Discussion - "Daily experiences of Consumers Accessing MH Services" Panellists include Reach Out Suicide Prevention Program Koori OTs Organisation Children of Parents of Mental Illness Clients of these services |
| 8.50am | Finish |
Student Forum
Student Forum - Registration Form
The Student Forum is designed to offer occupational therapy students a wonderful opportunity to engage with prospective employers, clinicians and peers from their chosen profession.
It will inform students on career opportunities, expectations of Managers, do’s and don’ts of job applications and the transition from student to practitioner. The forum will be interactive and give participants the chance to ask questions of the panel of managers and senior clinicians. Attendance at the forum includes attendance at the official conference welcome giving the opportunity to network. This event is included in Student Conference registration fee and Thursday day registration.
| Date: | Thursday 11th September 2008 |
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| Time: | 1.15pm – 5.00pm (followed by Welcome Reception) |
| Location: | Kino Cinema 2, Collins Place, adjacent to Sofitel Melbourne. |
| Tickets: | Free event for those already registered for the Conference on this day Complete the Student Forum registration form on the website |
| Cost: | $35 for members $60 for non- members Includes light refreshments and Welcome Reception 5pm – 7pm. |
Program
| 1:15 pm | Registration |
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| 1:30pm | Opening & Welcome |
| 1:35 – 2:00pm | Insider information for early career occupational therapists Introducing an innovative information resource Michelle Courtney & Jenny Pascoe |
| 2:05 – 3:20pm | Why would I give you a job? Panel discussion Four clinical managers discuss their expectations of new graduates. |
| 3:20 – 3:50pm | Exhibition viewing & refreshments |
| 3:50 – 4:25pm | What really happens to new grads? Panel Discussion Group of new graduates discuss their experiences and the realities of life as an OT |
| 4:30 – 5:00 pm | Where have all my mates gone OT AUSTRALIA Victoria tips for starting your career, surviving and succeeding. |
| 5:00 pm | OT Australia Conference Welcome Reception |
