Attending a Virtual Event

Attending a virtual seminar has been made easy. It offers all the benefits of a face-to-face transition seminar but is accessible from any location 24/7 using any smart device or computer. By registering you will gain access to the website and all the content for 12 months  following the live day event

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Finding Your Way Around

Main Lobby

Once logged in you will find yourself inside the Virtual Lobby, where you will have access to the Auditorium, Exhibition Hall and the Info Desk.


Exhibition Hall

The Exhibition Hall is where the stallholders will have their stall set up. You will be able to chat 1 on 1 with your stallholder through the live chat function and access all their key resources. During non-live days you will still be able to access everything that the stalls have to offer including information and links, videos and presentations, stored documentation and contact information.


Auditorium

The Auditorium is where the presenters will be hosting their sessions. Please see agenda below. If you are unable to attend, you can view the presentations at any time after the live day event.


Virtual Showbag

As you make your way around the Exhibition Hall, you will be able to collect information and media from the stallholders and place this in your Virtual Showbag. When you are finished for the day, you can simply download and email the contents to yourself.


Info Desk

If you need technical assistance, one of our team members will be available to support you.

Agenda

Friday 26 November 2021

WELCOME MESSAGE

Deputy Commissioner Corporate Services, Karen Webb, APM NSW Police and Dr Brett Carroll, Director, Prevention & Safety Strategy, Workforce Safety Command.

PERSONAL STORIES - UNDERSTANDING & RESPONDING TO THE EARLY SIGNS

Anna Powell, Senior Police Psychologist, interviews serving Police Officers talking about their individual experience and the support services they have accessed to maintain a good mental wellbeing.

WHAT DOES A FIRST APPOINTMENT LOOK LIKE?

Dr. Sinead Berry, Senior Police Psychologist talking to the importance of seeking support early and introducing the ‘Your First Appointment Videos’. Featuring Professor Zachary Steel, Psychologist, Professor Sam Harvey, Psychiatrist and Craig Semple, former Police Officer on how to help you mentally and physically prepare to start treatment. 

MEET THE NSW POLICE WELLBEING SUPPORT SERVICE TEAMS 

Meet representatives from each support service and learn about the wellbeing services available to you and your family: Police Psychologists, EAP, Incident Support, Peer Support Officers, Family Support Coordinator, Chaplains, Physical Training Instructors and Your Health Check.

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5 TIPS TO WELLBEING

Practical and simple wellbeing tips presented by Glenn Baird, Head of Mental Health at TAL.

GETTING RELATIONSHIPS RIGHT: 3 SURPRISING SECRETS TO THE BEST RELATIONSHIPS

Alastair Evans, Police Family Support Coordinator introducing Dr Justin Coulson’s presentation on getting relationships right. Dr Coulson is a keynote speaker, author, researcher and founder of Happy Families.

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NSW POLICE CULTURE COMPARED TO LAPD

Our panellists covering topics on the psychology of policing, wellbeing, leadership and resilience. Superintendent David Driver, Commander of Workforce Safety at NSW Police, Dr Kevin Jablonski, Retired Chief Psychologist at LAPD, Professor Richard Bryant, Scientia Professor & NHMRC Senior Principal Research Fellow at UNSW. Facilitated by Dr Brett Carroll, Director, Prevention & Safety Strategy, NSW Police.

NSW POLICE FORCE OPTIONAL DISENGAGEMENT SCHEME

The NSW Police Force is introducing an Optional Disengagement Scheme (ODS). The scheme has been approved to support police wishing to pursue an alternate career or life path by transitioning from the police in a way that’s dignified, supportive and recognises their contribution to policing in NSW. Join our leaders for a panel discussion to understand all the details, frequently asked questions, eligibility criteria and application process for interested applicants.

CLOSING REMARKS

Dr Brett Carroll, Director, Prevention & Safety Strategy, Workforce Safety Command, NSW Police Force.

Frequently Asked Questions

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This session has been developed for all NSW Police Employees and their family.
We have designed this seminar as a living centralised resource that is designed to educate all NSW Police employee’s and their family members on being able to identify any changes in their mental wellbeing and connecting them with the available support services. This seminar will help you gain a better understanding of all the information and support available to maintain a healthy wellbeing.
You will be able to access the seminar on 26 November and for 12 months post the live day. The Exhibit Hall, stall holders will only be able to answer your questions on the live day, but the content will remain available for you and your family to access after the event.
Simply click the ‘Register Now’ button at the top of this page and submit a registration form, ensuring you select from the drop-down menu if you are either:
  • I am a NSW Police Officer
  • I am a NSW Police Civilian
  • I am a NSW Police Leader
  • I am a Family Member
  • I am a NSW Police Support Service Provider
  • Other
No, the virtual seminar is free of charge.
Personal information collected at registration will only be used as login credentials to allow access to the virtual seminar. Any data provided by participants after linking outside of the virtual seminar, is subject to the pre-existing and approved terms of use and privacy principles currently in effect on those platforms. You have the right to request deletion of your account and associated data at any time. To do this just email your request to the Prevention and Safety Strategy Team, Work Force Safety Command on P: 02 9285 3899 or email: #HRWFS or HRWFS@police.nsw.gov.au
At the virtual seminar, you will be able to have a private chat 1-on-1 with stallholder representatives by clicking on a ‘Chat now’ button. This feature is only available on the live day. You will be assigned a chat partner from the respective stalls who can answer your questions. The information provided on this platform will be generic. If you require personalised information, you will be provided with contact details to have 1-on-1 conversations outside the virtual seminar platform.
At each stall you can see general information about the stallholder, can watch videos and download resources. Personal information or circumstances should not be discussed within the virtual seminar platform. If you require personalised information, you will be provided with contact details to have 1-on-1 private conversations outside the virtual seminar platform.
Yes, if you have questions you are encouraged to ask them during the session by typing your question into the Q&A text box and hitting send. This feature is only available on the live day. If you require the answer to personalised questions you will be provided with contact details to have 1-on-1 conversations outside the virtual seminar platform.
The Prevention and Safety Strategy Team is available during business hours on 02 9285 3899 where the receptionist can link and direct you to the support or resources you may require. If you need technical support for the event, it will be provided on the day through our infodesk via a live chat function.
You can access the virtual seminar via computer, tablet or smartphone. The session has been purposely designed for employees both within and outside the workplace, to be able to access information and support. Employees attending the virtual seminar at police locations, will have optimum user experience if a personal device is used external to the police networks. Using the google chrome browser will also enhance the experience.
If you forget your password, click the ‘login button’ at the top of this page and click ‘forgot password’.







Contact Us


Prevention and Safety Strategy Team

Work Force Safety Command

P: 02 9285 3899

E: #HRWFS | HRWFS@police.nsw.gov.au



EAP / Incident Support

Professional, confidential, free counselling service for NSW Police employees and their families.

24-hour toll free number: 1300 667 197



Family Support Coordinator

P: 02 9285 3848

M: 0455 358 324

E: familysupport@police.nsw.gov.au

W: https://www.police.nsw.gov.au/about_us/wellbeing_support_services/family_support_coordinator



Physical Training Instructors

A network of qualified fitness instructors, providing health and fitness expertise to officers in the NSW Police Force.

E: PTI@police.nsw.gov.au



Peer Support

NSW Police employees who are volunteers and are there to help their colleagues.

E: #PSO | pso@police.nsw.gov.au



Chaplaincy

Assistance during critical incidents and / or traumatic events, family problems, support families during illness as well as special events.

Access 24/7 through Police Assistance Line P: 131444

P: 02 9285 3899

E: #CHAPLAINCY | chaplaincy@police.nsw.gov.au



Your Health Check

NSW Police Nurses provide a short health assessment for Police employees, to assess your physical health.

P: 02 9285 3899

E: #YOURHEALTHCHECK | yourhealthcheck@police.nsw.gov.au



Police Psychology

Provide advice or psychoeducation on specific topics to address issues or concerns.

P: 02 9285 3899

E: #PSYCHOLOGY | psychology@police.nsw.gov.au

E: #WELLCHECK | wellcheck@police.nsw.gov.au



Optional Disengagement Scheme

The Optional Disengagement Scheme (ODS) is a voluntary scheme that provides officers with the option to exit and transition out of the NSWPF with dignity in recognition of committed and faithful service

E: #ODS | ods@police.nsw.gov.au