Child Safety

At BGT Child Safety is important to us.

BGT Jobs & Training Ballarat's Commitment to Child Safety and Wellbeing

BGT Jobs & Training Ballarat is committed to child safety and wellbeing. We work to ensure children are safe, happy and empowered to actively participate in the decisions that affect their lives. BGT Jobs & Training Ballarat has zero tolerance for child abuse or maltreatment.
 

​We have legal and moral obligations to contact authorities when we have reasonable belief that a child’s safety is in question. All allegations and safety concerns will be treated very seriously and consistently with our robust policies and procedures. BGT Jobs  & Training Ballarat is committed to preventing child abuse and identifying risks early, and removing and reducing these risks. This includes training and educating all staff and volunteers on child abuse risks.

Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy

BGT Code of Conduct

Equal Opportunity and Prevention of Workplace Discrimination, Harassment and Bullying Policy

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Reporting / Feedback

Your voice is important to us at BGT Jobs & Training Ballarat. If you submit feedback or a report to us we will respond within 48 hours of receiving it with details of the next steps. We will provide an action plan within 14 days of receiving the complaint.


If you are in an emergency situation or need immediate assistance, contact mental health services or emergency services on 000.

If you need to speak to someone urgently, call Lifeline 13 11 14 or Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467.


Child Safety Report / Feedback Form


This information will be submitted to BGT Jobs & Training Ballarat.

Child Safety Report / Feedback form

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Forms

Form
BGT Internal Suspected Child Abuse Form
Form
CCYP | Reportable Conduct Scheme

The Reportable Conduct Scheme requires organisations involving children to notify the Commission of Children and Young People (CCYP) of alleged abuse by workers or volunteers.

Form
Complaints | Australian Human Rights Commission

The Australian Human Right Commission investigate and resolve complaints of discrimination and breaches of human rights. You can make a complaint no matter where you live in Australia. This service is free, impartial and informal.

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Help & Support

Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support line
13YARN

13YARN is an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander crisis support line funded by the Australian Government with the support of Lifeline.

Sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.
1800 RESPECT

1800RESPECT is the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.

24/7 Support for Anxiety, Depression and Suicide Prevention
Beyond Blue

An independent organisation, working to address issues associated with depression, anxiety and related substance misuse disorders in Australia.

Centre Against Sexual Assault
CASA

Centre Against Sexual Assault works to ensure that women, children and men who are victim/survivors of sexual assault have access to comprehensive and timely support and intervention to address their needs.

Sharing stories, finding solutions.
Djirra

Djirra is a culturally safe place where culture is celebrated and practical support is available.

Youth Mental Health
Headspace

They are the national youth mental health foundation dedicated to improving the wellbeing of young Australians.

Phone Counselling Service
Kids Helpline

Kids Helpline is Australia’s only free, confidential 24/7 online and phone counselling service for young people aged 5 to 25.

Crisis Support, Suicide Prevention
LifeLine Australia

Provides a 24-hour telephone counselling service. Call 13 11 14.

Family violence support and extra help for children and families
Orange Door

Family violence support and extra help for children and families.

LGBTIQ+ Support
QLife

QLife provides Australia-wide anonymous, LGBTIQ+ peer support and referral for people wanting to talk about a range of issues including sexuality, identity, gender, bodies, feelings or relationships.

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Resources

ReachOut Australia
5 steps to talking to someone you trust

5 steps to talking to someone you trust – ReachOut Australia

National Principles for Child Safe Organisations
Checklist for online safety

Checklist for online safety

National Principles for Child Safe Organisations
Guide for Parents and Carers

A guide for Parents to help them think about how each organisation operates and its safety and wellbeing arrangements for children.

ReachOut Australia
Helping Friends

Helping Friends – ReachOut Australia

POSTER
Speak up – it’s your right

Speak up – it’s your right – Youth poster in Adobe PDF format.

ReachOut Australia
Tips to prevent bullying

Tips to prevent bullying – ReachOut Australia

POSTER
Victoria’s Child Safe Standards

Victoria’s Child Safe Standards poster – plain language

ReachOut Australia
What does being a bystander mean?

What does being a bystander mean? – ReachOut Australia

Reporting / Feedback

If you would like to learn more about BGT Jobs & Training Ballarat's Child Safety commitment, or if you have any questions, you can contact the team at BGT Jobs & Training Ballarat on 03 5333 8600.

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