Today Monday 8 Dec

My thoughts are with all the VU Staff today as some will be receiving news about their employment status. It will be a difficult time for many.

Please know that there are many support groups out there in the community and within VU. These are some services that are available to staff

COUNSELLING SERVICES FOR VU STAFF
Confidential and independent counselling and other services are available to all staff of Victoria University through the Employee Assistance Scheme (EAP).

As an employee of the University you can access short-term assistance for work-related or personal issues that may be affecting your ability to function at work.

An important aspect of the EAP is that it is private and confidential. Everything discussed in the sessions is kept between you and the consultant you speak with, and your details will not be passed on to anyone at Victoria University.

Staff can ring the EAP provider OSA Group on 1300 361 008 any time of the day.
http://www.vu.edu.au/Current_Students/Support_Services/Counselling_Services/Staff/Counselling_for_Staff/index.aspx

CHAPLAINCY
Staff and students of all beliefs or no faith background are invited to visit the chaplain or the Reflection Centre. We are pleased to meet Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, Jews, Muslims and everyone from all walks of life. Everyone is accepted as important and valued as an individual.

Chaplaincy is a caring presence to support you on your journey. The chaplain will companion you with a listening heart and compassionate spirit and to journey with you in times of loneliness, struggles/tragedies, difficult times, study/work pressures, pains/worries, relationship/family concerns, spiritual or faith matters etc. She will be happy to share your stories of joys, surprises, discoveries, dreams, creativities, talents/gifts and your value of self-worth and meaning in daily events.

You are invited to meet Sister Catherine, chaplain, at the Reflection Centre (Footscray Park Campus Building M Room 229, St Albans Campus Building 1L Room L101) or at her office (Building 4 Room 134N) Should you wish to have a private appointment please telephone 9919 2292, or 99192399 or email catherine.tay@vu.edu.au
http://www.vu.edu.au/Current_Students/Support_Services/Chaplaincy/index.aspx

DEPRESSION
If you are feeling depressed, please call and talk to someone at
Beyond Blue
Information Line 1300 22 46 36
http://www.beyondblue.org.au/index.aspx?