Social Worker Corner

The first few weeks of the  new school  year can be a very busy time for everyone, especially for parents helping their children settle into  their new classes and routines.

As the Infant Jesus School Social Worker my role is to offer support for children and parents to help school be as positive and fulfilling an experience as possible.

As a parent, and now a  grandparent myself I know so well the world that is “parent- land” holds many joys and also many challenges along the way and can be quite chaotic at times too! It can be helpful sometimes  to have the opportunity to talk things over in a supportive and confidential manner.

Included in the services offered is counselling for issues such as resiliency and self-esteem, friendship problems, behaviour issues, anxieties and fears, anger management, grief and loss issues, family change, illness in the  the family, and other parenting concerns.

Some  group programs are offered during the year such as Seasons For Growth, which assists children in adjusting to loss and change and Tuning In To Kids which is a program to assist  parents in finding ways to manage issues and build closer relationships with their children.

If you wish to contact me, I would be  very pleased to hear from you, I am available at school every Tuesday and Thursday.

Contact Details:

Directly every Tuesday or Thursday on the school number 9276 1769

Email: penny.storey@cewa.edu.au

Speaking or leaving a message with your child’s teacher, or one of the leadership team or at the office.

I really like Maggie Dent`s parenting wisdom and I have  included a link to an article shows the importance of those  tiny moments of connection with our children. Although it can be hard to find the time those moments of closeness are worth their weight in gold and well worth finding. http://www.essentialkids.com.au/development-advice/development/tiny-moments-of-connection-with-kids-matter-20141123-11sh5r

Penny Storey – Social Worker