SFYS Bayside/Kingston was established in 1998 as part of the Government's response to the recommendations of the Suicide Prevention Taskforce to develop a coordinated service response to students and young people at risk.

The aim of SFYS is to develop an integrated service response for young people who are at risk of developing behaviour that may make them vulnerable to suicide and attempted suicide, or who are displaying behaviour which require support and intervention.

SFYS Objectives

To establish collaborative structures and mechanisms between schools and the relevant youth service and community services, including welfare, health and mental health services.
To provide linkages for agencies and schools which have a client base of young people and which directly support young people.
To improve linkages, cohesiveness and integration of service provision for young people displaying 'at risk' behaviour.
To purchase services to meet gaps in the current service system as identified at the local level.

Brokerage Funding

Brokerage funding for Schools and Agencies to run projects is currently fully allocated. Additional funds may become available later in 2005 or next year.

Applications for Individual Brokerage may be made at any time (subject to availability of funds).

Please contact the School Focused Youth Services Coordinator for more information via email or phone 03 8599 5433 / 8599 LIFE.