Support for Schools

What is it?

The Resilience Survey measures the resilience and wellbeing of Australian students. Developed by Resilient Youth Australia in collaboration with the University of South Australia, the survey is the largest and most comprehensive resilience data-set in Australia.

Participating schools gain vital access to health and wellbeing information about their students. Topics include mental health, identity, physical activity, safety, learning, and relationships.

Who is it for?

Hobsons Bay Youth Services provides all schools in the municipality with free access to the survey. The survey is available for students from Grade 6 and above.

For secondary schools, it is recommended that all year levels in a school are surveyed.

Where is it provided?

The online survey is designed to be completed within the classroom environment.  

How is it accessed?

The survey can be accessed by students online. Each school is provided with a unique code for their students.

All survey responses are anonymous (name and age are not collected) and all collected data remains non-individualised and non-identifiable.

More information

Youth Services is available to support schools to administer the survey to students, analyse the data, and provide opportunities to access programs in response to survey results.

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What is it?

A range of free school-based activities to promote the health and wellbeing of upper primary and secondary students in Hobsons Bay:

Primary school offering(s):

• Support for student transition (Grade 6).

Secondary school offering(s):

• Campus transitions (secondary school students moving campuses).
• Public health awareness and education programs (i.e. peer mental health support, safe-partying etc.) Please contact us to discuss the topic and presenting need or opportunity.
• “Introduction to youth services in Hobsons Bay” presentations at school assemblies, to help young people connect to opportunities outside of the school environment.
• Lunchtime engagement activities (i.e. special interest groups, recreation activities, badge making, mindfulness, game-based activities, FReeZa lunchtime gigs).
• Attendance/support at school events, including dates of significance (R U OK Day, IDAHOBIT etc.) and community engagement events (school fairs, parent engagement events).

Who is it for?

Most activities are designed for all secondary students (Years 7-12). However, targeted interventions are available to support upper primary students (Grade 6) as they transition to secondary school.

Where is it provided?

School-based activities are delivered by the youth services team at your school (or a location you specify).

How is it accessed?

To make a request for a school-based activity please complete this form. To discuss your needs, contact the schools engagement team on 03 9932 4000 or youth@hobsonsbay.vic.gov.au.

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What is it?

School Focused Youth Services (SFYS) can provide direct student interventions with small groups of students, or capacity building for school staff and/or parents to better respond to students who are at a risk of disengagement.

Who is it for?

SFYS is for schools in Hobsons Bay and Wyndham, to support students in Years 5 to 12 who are at risk of disengagement. It is accessible across all government, Catholic and independent schools in this catchment.

Where is it provided?

Student interventions are delivered at your school. Capacity building for school staff and/or parents may be at other agreed locations.

How is it accessed?

School Focused Youth Services is funded by the Department of Education to deliver SFYS in Hobsons Bay and Wyndham. There is no cost to schools.

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What is it?

The WynBay Secondary Consults (WynBaySC) is a School Focused Youth Services project, delivered as a partnership between Hobsons Bay Youth Services, Wyndham Youth Services and Orygen. The consults are led by an Orygen professional with the support of BeYou and held twice a term. They are an opportunity for school staff to:

• build support networks across schools in Wyndham and Hobsons Bay.
• present and seek advice on current case studies.
• reflect on factors and best responses to mental health issues in your context.
• share resources and build awareness of available services and community programs.

Who is it for?

To be eligible you must be employed in a wellbeing role in a school in Hobsons Bay or Wyndham. Members are required to attend at least 1 meeting per year.

Where is it provided?

Online via Teams

When is it?

• Thursday 20 March
• Wednesday 30 April
• Wednesday 11 June
• Thursday 7 August
• Thursday 4 September
• Wednesday 29 October

Time: 9.30-11am

How is it accessed?

To find out more or to become a member (free of charge), please complete the enquiry form below. All discussions are confidential.

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What is it?

We offer the following free services:

• Confidential short-to-medium youth-focused counselling.
• Short-term youth-focused case management (practical support).

Who is it for?

Both services are available for students aged 12 to 25 years who live, work, or study in Hobsons Bay.

Where is it provided?

Generalist counselling is offered at:

• Youth Services, Level 1, Newport Community Hub, 13-15 Mason Street, Newport, 3015.
• Hobsons Bay Civic Centre, 115 Civic Parade, Altona, 3018.
• a safe and confidential space in school.

How is it accessed?

Students can refer themselves to this free service. Referrals can also be made by teachers, parents, or caregivers.  

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What is it?

Hobsons Bay Youth Services and partner organisations facilitate networks that enable professions to share information and resources, reflect on work practices, and build connections.

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