Bayside Health is committed to child safety and is a child safe environment
Child safe standards
A message to children and young people
Bayside Health has a zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to acting in the best interest of children in our care. We are committed to provide a culturally safe environment in which the diverse and unique identities and experiences of Aboriginal children and young people are respected and valued.
Support services ready to listen and help
Children, young people and families can access a range of free, confidential community supports for mental health, safety and wellbeing.
From 24/7 crisis lines to online counselling and local services, these organisations offer trusted advice, practical help and someone to talk to when it matters most. Support is available for different ages and needs, helping young people feel safe, heard and connected.
Explore the services below to find the right support by phone, online or in person; whenever you need it.
eheadspace — provides free online support and counselling to young people 12 - 25 and their families and friends.
Sexual Assault Crisis Line (SACL) (24 hours) — 1800 806 292
1800 Respect — (24 hours) national telephone line for victims of sexual assault & family
Victims of Crime Help Line — (7 days, 8am-11pm) 1800 819 817
Child Protection Service DHHS — (24 hours) 131 278
Safe Steps Family Violence Response Centre (24 hours) for women and children 1800 015 188 or 9322 3555
Stuff for children
Kids Help Line: 1800 55 1800 or visit the Kids Help Line website
Safe touch/unsafe touch
Respect by Sesame Street
Stuff for young adults
Got issues, check in with Headspace
Grooming and sexual abuse
How to raise concerns or provide feedback
If you have any concerns about child safety while accessing Bayside Health services, please contact the unit or department manager, or provide feedback here.
We also welcome feedback from children who have accessed our services.
Children and young people’s rights in healthcare services charter
Bayside Health respects that every child has the right to access health services without any discrimination.
As a subscriber to the Children and Young People’s Rights in Healthcare Services Charter, we endeavour to ensure that every child and young person is heard and supported.
The Commission for Children and Young People has devised the 11 Child Safe Standards that organisations need to implement.
The 11 Child Safe Standards are listed here in the link.
Compliance
Bayside Health are compliant with the Victorian Child Safe Standards, the Reportable Conduct Scheme and The Children, Youth and Families Act 2022.