Wellbeing Support
KBCHS Youth Engagement Officer (YEO)
Our Youth Engagement Officer, Clayre Beckmann, is an integral part of the KBCHS Student Services team. They provide practical, emotional and social support to students and their families, working closely with staff to make sure every young person has the chance to succeed.
How to make an appointment
Students: Speak to Student Services, your Year Coordinator, or a Support Officer to request an appointment.
Parents/Carers: Contact KBCHS reception and request a call back from the YEO.
In times of crisis, students will be seen immediately.
How the YEO can help
The Youth Engagement Officer can:
Provide one-on-one mentoring and advocacy for students
Support with peer and family issues, grief, loss, or crisis situations
Help manage challenges such as bullying, conflict, and social media concerns
Assist with staff-student relationships
Link families to community and outside support services
Offer parenting support, referrals, and practical help when needed
Guide students with goal-setting, career considerations, and decision-making
Provide crisis support, including suicide intervention, anxiety management, and NSSI (non-suicidal self-injury) support
Training and Experience
Our YEO is trained in:
Mandatory Reporting
Child Protection and Abuse Prevention
Mental Health First Aid & Youth Mental Health First Aid
ASIST Suicide Intervention and Gatekeeper Training
