Health & Wellbeing Service
The Health and Wellbeing Practitioners (HWP) offer free support services to all students from any institution on placement through Going Rural Health.
How it works
In-person or online appointments can be arranged by students through the below link. Once on the booking site, to book an appointment with a Health and Wellbeing Practitioner, select ‘VIC – Health and Wellbeing Practitioner Zoom Session’ then look through the calendar and select a day and time that is available and suits you.
Appointments are offered in person, online via Zoom or over the phone.
To book an appointment you will be asked to enter some of your personal details. For information regarding the privacy of your information, please see the service privacy statement.
Important Links
- Are you or someone else in immediate danger?In a life-threatening emergency, call 000. Contact your local psychiatric triage service (24 hours a day, 7 days a week).
- Call Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14 or Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467 for suicide and mental health crisis support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Explore recommended external services for mental health support, including suicide and crisis support here.
What to expect
When you attend an appointment with the Health and Wellbeing Practitioner, you can expect a professional, responsive and respectful service.
Our practitioners are qualified and experienced as Social Workers, Mental Health Nurses or Psychologists, with extensive knowledge and understanding of the personal, family and work problems that may exist for students.
A practitioner can assist you to gain a clearer understanding of whatever concern you have, and identify appropriate strategies or options for you to consider. They aim to be independent, good listeners, and do not blame or pass judgement.
Sessions will likely involve an initial assessment of the presenting issues and the development of appropriate support plan. It may also include an external referral.
