The HSU has been advised by Northern Sydney Local Health District of the proposed extension of hours for the PACER Program within Northern Beaches Community Mental Health Service (NBCMHS).

NSLHD says the proposed change is due to the release additional funding. Under the proposal, PACER Program coverage would change from the current 8am to 10pm, 7 days a week to 8am to 11pm, 7 days a week.

You can view the correspondence at the below links:

• Letter to HSU
• PACER Expansion – Final Consultation
• Appendix 1 – PACER Current Roster
• Appendix 2 – PACER Mental Health Clinician Position Description
• Appendix 3 – PACER Proposed Roster

What do you think?

It’s important for union members to lead this discussion. How will this affect you? Please send your feedback on this proposal to [E-Mail not displayed] by Thursday 22 February using the subject line PACER Program Northern Beaches Community Mental Health Service.

Your union at work

Everyone affected by these changes needs to be a union member. Members deserve to have control over their working lives. Tell your colleagues now is the time to join.

New members can join at www.hsu.asn.au/join or call 1300 478 679.