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Devonport
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Level 1, 33-35 Steele St, Devonport, Tasmania 7310
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Phone (03) 6424 2144
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Fax (03) 6424 6102
- devonport@csys.com.au
About
Some of what headspace Devonport offers:
- Health services for all aged between 12-25
- No cost services
- Mental health counselling
- Brief interventions; one off sessions
- Vocational workers
To access headspace please call (03) 6424 2144 , email devonport@csys.com.au , drop into the office or print and complete a SELF REFERRAL FORM .Â
Schools & professionals please complete a PROFESSIONAL REFERRAL FORM .
headspace services are available at no cost for Australian citizens or permanent residents through Medicare. For information click here .
Please Note
headspace Devonport is open Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm, by appointment.
headspace Devonport is closed for lunch Mon-Fri from 12:30-1pm
headspace Devonport is operated by Cornerstone Youth Services. All headspace services are funded by the Australian Government Department of Health. Administration of funding is carried out by the headspace centre’s local Primary Health Network, in this case, Tasmania (Primary Health Tasmania).
Services
Support and assistance finding accommodation or related support services.
Mental health workers – which may include psychologists, psychiatrists, counsellors and other workers – that can help if you're just not feeling yourself.
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with work or study opportunities.Â
Get tips on how to prepare your resume and present for interviews. Find out about local employment opportunities (full time, part-time, or casual).
Workers either on site or linked to the centre who can assist you with any alcohol or other drug issue.Â
More information
For further information on headspace and frequently asked questions regarding the service please download the Information Pack for Young People brochureÂ
Headspace Devonport staff
Devonport headspace staff, left to right:Â Receptionist - Kim Prunster, Youth Worker - Jill Chisholm and Mental Health Clinician -Â Emma Brown
headspace Devonport IPS Program
What is It?
IPS is a program dedicated to helping young people who have mental health concerns, to access jobs that they are interested in and passionate about.Â
It’s about finding a job you want, and where you can work with an employer who respects where you’re at in terms of your recovery. We also assist you to get into training and study that will help you get to where you want to be.Â
headspace Devonport is excited to offer this unique service to young people.
What do we do?
- Talk about your work and training interestsÂ
- Help you find and work towards something you’re passionate about
- Develop your resume
- Prepare you for interviews and talking with employers
- Help build your confidence in finding a job
Who can join?
IPS is available to young people aged between 12 to 25, who are interested in work, and who have some mental health concerns. You don’t need to be referred by a doctor or have a mental health diagnosis.
If you want to get into work, and you’re experiencing some mental health concerns ,then we’re keen to hear from you!
How do I get started?
Contact us at Devonport headspace on (03) 6424 2144
How to refer
Please complete one of the referral forms below so the worker contacting you has a bit of an idea what kind of assistance you need.
Download and print a copy of the registration form below and complete. Email the form back to us at devonport@csys.com.au
Once the form is received, we will phone you within 2 working days.Â
The person calling you will be a mental health professional from our access team and will discuss what's happening for you at the moment. If headspace is the right service for you, we'll arrange a time to meet you in person at the centre. This is a chance to ask more questions and get a good idea of what we provide. You're welcome to bring in a support person - family, friend - anyone you'd like to have with you.
 SELF REFERRAL FORM - For yourself or family members
PROFESSIONAL REFERRAL FORMÂ - For schools and other services
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Once the form has been completed it can be emailed to devonport@csys.com.au or mailed to headspace Devonport, PO BOX 27, Devonport, Tasmania, 7310 and we will be in touch with you to arrange an appointment.
headspace Devonport is accessible via a walkway off Steele Street next door to Flesh Therapy, is wheelchair accessible and signage is visible at street level.
Paid street parking is available directly outside the front of the building, Pay and Display and Pay as you Leave car parks are located nearby on Payne Avenue, Wenvoe Street and Steele Street.
For more information on parking fees and locations please visit http://www.devonport.tas.gov.au/Live/Parking-Roads-Transport/Parking-in-Devonport
Bus timetables and fares can be downloaded from the Merseylink website
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