Youth

After researching the existing services for Indigenous youth in the catchment to identify unmet needs, BHN developed and supported the creation of youth-specific services which address these needs.

About Indigenous Youth Service

After researching the existing services for Indigenous youth in the catchment to identify unmet needs, BHN developed and supported the creation of youth-specific services which address these needs.

Some of these services include:

  • Identify existing and new participants in the community
  • Support that is culturally safe and relevant
  • Developing and strengthening networks with existing and potential partners, such as the Justice Department and the Department of Health and Human Services
  • Plan and implement the priorities of the IAE
  • Collaborations with other agencies
  • Staff links within IAEP
  • Caregiver support and links to Out of Home Care
  • Strengthen identity through cultural programs
  • Facilitate referrals by creating a central point of contact
  • With a special focus on single-parent families, support families by supporting their children

What to expect

  • Our services will be culturally sensitive to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities
  • BHN offers a variety of health services, so we can match your needs with the most suitable service(s)

Why choose BHN?

  • Our Indigenous Access team is dedicated to helping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities
  • With a full range of health and wellbeing services, BHN ensures a coordinated and multidisciplinary approach to improving your health
  • Our staff are highly qualified and experienced

Accessing Indigenous Youth Services

This service is available to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The service is available Monday through Friday from 9am – 5pm.

The service can be provided in the community or at the BHN site in St Kilda.

Cost

There is no charge for this service.


Contact Us

Call 132 246 (132 BHN) and ask to speak with the Indigenous Access Coordinator.