How does a newly appointed primary welfare officer make the links between school programs and community agencies that can provide assistance?
Once the primary welfare officer has gained a sound understanding of the student wellbeing structures, policies and programs, it will be possible to prioritise the school’s student wellbeing needs. Local knowledge within the school will provide the primary welfare officer with information regarding local welfare agencies and organisations that focus on these particular welfare issues. The School Focused Youth Service, the regional offices of the Department of Education and Training and Department of Human Services will also assist schools in identifying welfare agencies and organisations in the local area. The Primary Welfare Officer Guidelines (PDF – 502Kb) Section 9: Resources provides useful links to a range of welfare support agencies and organisations.
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