The CECV offers the following guidelines for staff, parents and guardians in helping children deal with managing traumatic stress.
Student Wellbeing Contact Numbers
If you are concerned about the emotional wellbeing of your child or family, you should talk to your child's school in the first instance. For further assistance or help, contact Student Wellbeing at your Catholic Education Office.
| Melbourne |
03 9267 0228 |
| Ballarat |
03 5337 7135 |
| Sale |
03 5622 6600 |
| Sandhurst |
03 5443 2377 |
Catholic School Staff Counselling Services
| Contact |
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| Melbourne |
Access EAP (24 hours) |
1800 818 728 |
| Ballarat |
Mr Allan Hutchison |
03 5337 7135 |
| Sale |
Mr Martin Keogh |
03 5622 6600 |
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Mr Dom Ryan |
03 5622 6600 |
| Sandhurst |
Access EAP (24 hours) |
1800 818 728 |
Department of Education and Training
The Department of Education and Training (DET) has a collection of publications to assist parents and guardians, staff and managers support children and staff who have been affected by emergencies and natural disasters. Where reference is made to DET's Student Support Services Officers, please note that Catholic schools should contact their Student Wellbeing unit (or equivalent). Contact details are provided above.
Additional Resources
Australian Red Cross: Helping children and young people cope with crisis; Information for parents and care givers.