Role of the Commissioner
The Commissioner:
- manages the Commission and its staff
- makes recommendations to the Minister.
Term of office
The Governor in Council appoints the Commissioner for a term of up to 5 years. The Commissioner reports directly to the Minister for Health.
Bretine Curtis
Bretine Curtis is the Acting Queensland Mental Health Commissioner. She has more than 30 years' experience in health, mental health and human services.
Bretine has held senior leadership roles at the Queensland Mental Health Commission, Queensland Health and the Department of Housing and Communities, with responsibility for statewide:
- mental health
- suicide prevention
- alcohol and other drugs
- homelessness
- wellbeing initiatives.
Bretine has a strong track record of leading major government reforms, improving services and driving organisational change. She works with government, service providers and community organisations to shape policy, support innovation and improve mental health and wellbeing systems across Queensland.
Bretine is known for her collaborative and authentic leadership style. She’s passionate about creating the conditions for people to thrive and live meaningful lives.