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Identifying Young Carers in Schools Project

Identifying Young Carers in Schools Project. Presentation by Samantha Lukey & Lorna Downes. Overview. Introduction History of Identifying Young Carers In Schools Project “Mini” version of workshop Discuss implementation of the project Highlight key learnings Questions and resources.

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Identifying Young Carers in Schools Project

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  1. Identifying Young Carers in Schools Project Presentation by Samantha Lukey & Lorna Downes Carers NSW Conference 2011

  2. Overview • Introduction • History of Identifying Young Carers In Schools Project • “Mini” version of workshop • Discuss implementation of the project • Highlight key learnings • Questions and resources Carers NSW Conference 2011

  3. Objectives for workshop • Introduce the Identifying Young Carers in Schools Project • Raise awareness & develop empathy regarding young carers’ experiences through simulation • Identify & reflect on the challenges in negotiating service systems as a young carer Carers NSW Conference 2011

  4. Introduction to the project Lead by School-Link, in conjunction with COPMI, Carers NSW Family and Carer Program, Young Carers NSW, Illawarra Commonwealth Carelink and Respite Centre Young Carers Project and Camp Kookaburra Carers NSW Conference 2011

  5. The Project Players Ben Student Pam Camp Kookaburra Kerrie and Erin COPMI Samantha School-Link Lorna C, Nigel and Godelieve Young Carer Program Lorna D, Bec and Erika Carers NSW Rob and Mel CCRC YC Respite Carers NSW Conference 2011

  6. Objectives of the project Increase support for young carers through the school system by: 1. Educating school networks about young carers. 2. Identifying young carers within the school system 3. Linking young carers to appropriate services to meet their needs. Carers NSW Conference 2011

  7. Project Components • 2 hour training for School Counsellors in DET, Catholic and Independent schools • "Young Carers packs" for every school counsellor and key people within school • The pack included coffee mug printed with definition of a young carer and contact details for referral services Carers NSW Conference 2011

  8. History of the Project • Mug idea; School-Link Coordinator SSWAHS • COPMI and School-Link funding application $1000.00 • Working Party Carers NSW Conference 2011

  9. Dual Diagnosis Referral Game CNSW & MHCC partnership “Through the Cracks” 90 minute interagency training DOCS new caseworker orientation Presented at THeMHS 2006 School-Link Coordinator participated in training 2010 History of the project cont… Carers NSW Conference 2011

  10. Workshop Outline • Introduction • Through the Cracks - The Young Carers Dual Diagnosis Simulation • Reflections on needs of young carers • Strategies for addressing the needs of young carers • Presentation by each of the services Carers NSW Conference 2011

  11. The Simulation Imagine you are a 12 year old child… Carers NSW Conference 2011

  12. Project Implementation • Submission approved • Development of working party • Agreement of partnerships • Getting DET DGO’s, CEO & Catholic Care on board • Mugs • Resource packs • Training Carers NSW Conference 2011

  13. Outcomes • Greater understanding of the challenges Y/P face in navigating the service system • Significantly raised knowledge of services and how to refer • Collaborative strategies for flexible support within school environs • Increased referrals • Future plans to keep up momentum Carers NSW Conference 2011

  14. The Partnership Game Student Camp Kookaburra COPMI Young Carer Program School-Link Carers NSW CCRC YC Respite Carers NSW Conference 2011

  15. Key learnings • Importance of clear lines of communication • School counsellors key personnel in schools • Importance of one person coordinating the project • Service agreement ensured: • “no wrong door” • partnership continued despite staff changes • Have representatives from all partner organisations present Carers NSW Conference 2011

  16. For more information… • Samantha Lukey School Link Coordinator ISLHN Ph: 4254 1500 • Young Carer Evaluation Report Completed by Ben O’Neill Social Work Student Carers NSW Conference 2011

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