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Staff Updates
25 August
Welcome to August!
We are thrilled to introduce our New Staff
We are excited to share that Kinga has recently joined us as the People & OHS Advisor, in our People & Culture team. Kinga brings with her a wealth of HR and business operations experience and is looking forward to meeting and working with everyone.
Outside of work Kinga loves to travel (and hates to cook!).
A big welcome to these staff who have also joined us recently! We are excited to have you join the team…
- Alice Parkinson, Team Leader Asling (STA)
- June Ouma, Support Worker (Home & Living)
- Shashikant Dubey, Support Worker (Home & Living)
- Christine Blackwell, Instructor (Day Programs)
- Sandra White, Instructor (Day Programs)
- Aaron Sawers, Support Worker (Home & Living)
- Kylie Grau, Support Coordinator
- Leala Uytenbogaardt, Instructor (Day Programs)
- Elly Gill-Renouf – Team Leader Bendigo (Home & Living)
- Krystyna Krasny, Instructor (Day Programs)
- Jack Reed, Instructor (Day Programs)
- Emma Scally, Instructor (Day Programs)
Marketing Team
There have been some changes to the Marketing team!
Justin Bruce is undertaking a new role specific to Hidden Disabilities as the Director of Hidden Disabilities, due to growth opportunities with the Hidden Disability Sunflower Program.
Kelly Smith has been promoted to Marketing Manager and will be responsible for leading the Marketing team with implementing lots of exciting new marketing initiatives.
Congratulations to both on their appointments!
New Employee Workplace Wellbeing & Benefits Program Launched!!
We are excited to announce that we have recently launched our partnership with Flare Benefits. Flare Benefits offers all staff savings with hundreds of well-known brands on essential and everyday expenses like groceries, food, fuel and health. This is a great way to help reduce the impact of the current cost of living.
How to access the Benefits? You can access the Flare Benefits Program by logging into your Elmo People Hub account. 
Username: Your Bayley House email address
Password: If you can’t remember your password you can reset by clicking on the ‘Forgot Password’ option.
A snapshot of participating brands include:
Health & Wellbeing
We have had another great turn out of staff attending our latest Health & Wellbeing sessions run by Penny Scott, GM Arts Hub. If you’d still like to attend, the details are:
Location: Nepean Office, 928 Nepean Highway, Hampton East
Date & Time: 8.15-8.45 and 8.45- 9.15am running from Tuesday 5 September until Tuesday 19 September
R U OK?Day 2023
R U OK?Day 2023 is Thursday 14 September. It is a national day of action to remind us that every day is the day to ask, ‘are you OK?’ and start a meaningful conversation whenever you spot the signs that someone you care about might be struggling with life.
In recognition of R U OK?Day this year we will be sharing some resources and tips that might be useful to support someone going through a tough time in their life.
Culture Squad – Calling for Expressions of Interest to Join!
The People & Culture team have formed a ‘Culture Squad’ – a group that is self-organised and meets to come up with events and initiatives to bring our culture and values to life.
We are keen for staff across the organisation to join so we know what is of interest and benefit for all of our people!
We would love for you to get involved! If you would like to join our Culture Squad or have any questions about what is involved, please email our team.
Grow
We grow and learn best when we are in our ‘Learning Zone’. What are you going to do this month to get into your learning Zone?
Check out this short article and video on how to navigate the learning Zone Model!
New P&C Programs Launched!
This month we launched two programs to support our staff to grow and thrive.
Bayley House Connect – Leadership Development Program
The Connect Leadership Program is designed for people leaders at Bayley House with the purpose of building their capabilities to enhance employee experiences and build high performing teams through better conversations, effective leadership, and values-driven culture. You can read more about the program here
Bayley House Embracing Change Program
Over the coming months People & Culture will be scheduling Embracing Change workshops, designed for all staff at Bayley House. 
Change is inevitable (and constant). Being aware of how we ‘see’ change can help us to shift our mindset from being scared or resistant to seeing the positive and opportunities that often come with change.
The workshop will provide staff with some reflection exercises to identify their own change response and tips and tricks to grow and thrive through change.
What’s new on the Learning Hub
New training courses are constantly being added to the Learning Hub. Check out these new courses including:
- Learning From Failure
- Running Effective Meetings
- Improve your listening skills
Benestar Best You Program
Our EAP and Health & Wellbeing provider, Benestar is undergoing a rebrand to TELUS Health over the coming months. More information to come!
In the meantime please continue to access the services here
As always if you have any questions email the People & Culture team.
People and Culture Team
14 July
Welcome to July!
We are thrilled to introduce our New Staff
A big welcome to these staff who have joined us recently! We are excited to have you join the team.
- Michelle Catania, Instructor (Day Programs)
- Michelle Hayward, Director of Philanthropy
- Ciara Halliday, Instructor (Day Programs)
- Chester Bruce, Fulfilment Coordinator, Hidden Disabilities
- Helen Kharkov, Instructor (Day Programs)
- Giselle Morgan, Support Coordination Manager
Employee Experience Survey Closing Soon!
Let us know how we’re going…
There is still time to complete your Bayley House Employee Experience Survey.
Look out for the reminder email sent to your Bayley House email address this week from Culture Amp.
Please contact People & Culture if you haven’t received an email.
Grow
What’s new on the Learning Hub
Over the coming months we will be sharing some exciting people programs with you. In the meantime, check out these new courses on the learning hub…
- Learning From Failure
- Running Effective Meetings
- Improve your listening skills
Lead
Giving & Receiving Feedback
In previous posts we discussed how it can be helpful to view giving feedback through a positive lens. Using tools like the SBIA Model can be impactful for providing clear and specific feedback for reflection and action.
Have you tried using this approach? Here are some more Podcasts & resources you can tap into whether you are giving or receiving the feedback:
- How to receive feedback
- Feedback is a gift
- Feedback Skills Book
- SBI Feedback Worksheet
- Engaging & Motivating Teams (Elmo Learning Hub)
Did you know People Leaders have a range of resources you can access in Culture Amp to help you lead your teams. These are interactive, practical and refresher regularly for ongoing learning.
Check out Playbooks and Skills Coach under the Development section…
Some courses you might like to explore include:
- Resilience: Build & practise tools to increase your team’s physical, emotional, and cognitive resilience.
- Leading Change Skills: Help prepare your teams to adapt and thrive.
If you need support accessing these resources please contact [email protected]
Thrive
Health & Wellbeing Program
New sessions times coming in August!! Due to fantastic feedback from our first program, we are running another 5-week program.
Run by our very own Penny Scott, GM Arts Hub / Day Programs, the program is ‘opt-in’ and open to all staff to attend & focuses on awareness of stress and practical tools and strategies to effectively manage stress at work and in your daily life.
Location: Nepean Office, 928 Nepean Highway, Hampton East
Date & Time: 8.45-9.15am for 5 weeks commencing on 21 August.
Please confirm your attendance by emailing Penny ([email protected])
Benestar Best You Program
Best You is a professional, confidential coaching and support service, which is free for you and your eligible family members!
Whether you are looking for support to get your finances or health on track, or going through a challenging life experience, Benestar can help provide the motivation or support you need to navigate through your situation.
Check out their updated Best You Guide to learn more about what’s available.
Lodging your 2023 Tax Return
The ATO offers a range of help and support options to help you lodge your tax return. More information can be found on the ATO website.
Or check out these additional tax tips.
Careers at Bayley House
Do you know someone who might be interested in joining our fantastic team?
The Perks!
- Competitive Rates
- Fantastic Culture
- Learning and development Opportunities
Spread the word and bring exceptional talent to Bayley House!
EARN UP TO $200 BONUS FOR EACH SUCCESSFUL REFERRAL.
(Terms and Conditions apply. Refer to 7.1 Recruitment and Selection Policy on QMS for program guidelines and eligibility)
As always if you have any questions email the People & Culture team.
People and Culture Team
14 June 2023
Welcome to June!
New Staff
A big welcome to our new team members! We are thrilled to have you on onboard!
- Michelle Hayward: Director of Advancement, ED Philanthropy
- Clodagh Doohan: Instructor, Day Programs
Grow
Mid-Year Performance Check-in
It’s time to reflect on your achievements and recognise your efforts so far. It’s essential to take a moment to acknowledge how far you’ve come and give yourself credit for all that you have achieved. To help prepare for the upcoming Mid-Year Performance conversation, please take some time to complete your self-reviews online.
Performance Check-in Tips for Employees
Be Digital Proof
Unlock a world of opportunities in the tech landscape with General Assembly’s cutting-edge learning resources and pave your way to success in the ever-evolving world of technology.
Upcoming Free Workshops
- Intro to UX Design
- Data Analytics Info Session
- User Experience Design
- Digital Marketing
- Intro to Coding
- Psychology of Change
7 Habits of Highly Effective People
Our character is a composite of our habits, which factors heavily in our lives. Because habits are consistent, unconscious patterns, they constantly express our character and result in our effectiveness or ineffectiveness.
Careers at Bayley House
Do you know someone who might be interested in joining our amazing team? Refer now for a referral bonus!
Internal Job Vacancies
Department: Bayley Arts
We are recruiting for the position of Team Leader for Bayley Arts.
Please send your resume and a cover letter through to Penny Scott
Department: Home & Living: Residential Services
We are recruiting for the position of Team Leader for Residential Services.
Please send your resume and a cover letter through to Kapil Bhatia
People Policy Updates
Anti-discrimination, Bullying and Harassment Policy
7.19 Anti-Discrimination and Harassment
Recruitment and Selection
5.13 Internal Applications and Transfer
Lead
Self-Kindness for Leaders
It is tough to be a leader today. You need to both drive business results in a complex, fast-paced, rapidly changing environment and support and care for your people. If you lead others, a commitment to be kinder to yourself is necessary for several reasons.
Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Ignite Everyone’s Intelligence
The best leaders are Multipliers who bring out the intelligence in others. Discover how to become a Multiplier and deliver high performance by accessing and growing the capabilities of the people around you.
The Magnificent 3 Leadership Podcast
We looked at our most popular podcasts over the last quarter and wanted to share with you our “magnificent 3” podcast episodes!
- The Invisible Threat Between Inclusion, Wellness, and Performance.
- Finding Focus as Leaders.
- How leaders can drive change effectively.
Thrive
Financial Wellbeing
Financial wellbeing is about having the financial freedom to make choices that allow you to enjoy life.
Explore Beyond Blue’s Financial Wellbeing Resources
Around the Ground
Bayley Arts Tour
As the final strokes of construction brush against the canvas of our new Bayley Arts Hub, we’ve had the opportunity to see the amazing progress the team is making. Guided by our passionate leader Warwick Cavanagh the tour through the halls of this exciting space allowed us to witness firsthand the vision and remarkable transformation taking place which symbolises our commitment to excellence, quality, connection, and creating a space for meaningful community engagement.
Bayley House Values in Action
We encourage and nurture inclusive and meaningful connections with peers, with supports and with the community.
Part of this connection is ensuring we are all doing what we can to contribute. Over this past week, we have been supporting the Cancer Council Australia Biggest Morning Tea. Bayley House began supporting this initiative many years ago and it is now something the entire organisation participates in.
It is a moment for us all to reflect, to connect and to support a cause that we feel is important.
As always if you have any questions please send us an email
People and Culture Team
12 May 2023
Welcome to May!
New Staff
A big welcome to these staff who have joined us recently!
- Ramesh Shrestha, Support Coordinator
- Kapil Bhatia, Operations Manager, Home & Living Support (SIL)
- Astra Balzan, Operations Manager, Home & Living Support (STA)
- Jessica Roberts, Bayley Arts Marketing Coordinator
Health & Wellness
A reminder that Penny Scott, GM Day Programs / Arts Hub is running sessions on wellness and stress management this month.
Location: Hall, 52 Middle crescent Brighton
Time: 8.15am – 8.45am
Dates: every Tuesday for 5 weeks starting Tuesday 9 May and final session Tuesday 6 June
If you’ve missed the first session, it is still possible to attend so please RSVP to Penny.
The Art of Performance Review
Last month we introduced the SBI Feedback model. As we head into our Mid-Year Performance Check-ins, here are some more tips on how to have meaningful performance conversations…
- Set the scene – prepare well and make people feel at ease.
- Provide effective feedback using tools such as the SBI Model.
- Set meaningful and challenging goals using effective goal setting techniques, such as SMART goals.
- Be aware of biases.
More resources:
- Tips for Successful Performance Reviews (3 min read)
- Golden Rules of Goal Setting (10 min read)
- Setting Goals Skill Book
- Unconscious Bias (3 min read)
The Magnificent 3 Leadership Podcast
We looked at our most popular podcasts over the last quarter and wanted to share with you our “magnificent 3” podcast episodes!
- Leading Yourself: Good leadership isn’t just about leading others. It’s about knowing how to lead yourself first. Discover concepts around leading yourself and how it can elevate both you and the people around you.
- How to Become a Humble Leader: Learn why being a humble leader is not a sign of weakness, but a strength to manifest throughout your career.
- How to Have Better Conversations: Get tips on how to approach any conversation—at work or outside of work—thoughtfully, purposefully, and with confidence.
What’s new on the Learning Hub
We’ve added new course to Elmo this month, including the following – so login and check them out!
- Cross cultural communication
- Mentoring others
People Policy Updates
Parental Leave
Procedures
- 5.8 Extension of period of parental leave
- 5.10.7 Government Paid Parental Leave Scheme
- 5.10.8 VDSA Parental Leave Entitlement
New Policy
- 7.27 Managing Underperformance
Melbourne Disability Staff Recognition Awards Gala
Congratulations to all our staff who were nominated for the Disability Staff Recognition Awards Gala held in April!
We are excited to announce that Caroline Glass won the Support Worker of the Year Award for going above and beyond and showing professional excellence when supporting others. Congratulations Caroline on this fantastic achievement!
13 April 2023
Welcome to April! We are excited to share the programs that we have been working on and important information to create great people experiences for you.
Please join us in welcoming Shalimar Abago, who has recently joined Bayley House as Head of People and Experience.
We are excited to share our People and Culture Team Charter which will guide us in how create great experiences for our people now and in the future.
Welcome to our new starters!
A big welcome to these new staff members who have joined us recently:
- Sarah Bourke, Instructor Day Programs
- Kaitlyn Bennett, Client Services Officer, Client Services
- Shalimar Abago, Head of People & Experience, People & Culture
- Alice Duong, Instructor, Bayley Arts
- Tadiwa Makwara, Residential Support Worker, Leonard
Health & Wellness
Join us for a series of impactful sessions on wellness and stress management with our very own Penny Scott, GM Day Programs & Art Hub.
Learn practical tools and strategies to effectively manage stress at work and in your daily life.
The program is ‘opt-in’ and available for all staff to attend.
Stress Management Program
Location: Hall, 52 Middle crescent Brighton
Time: 8.15am – 8.45am
Dates: every Tuesday for 5 weeks starting Tuesday 9 May and final session Tuesday 6 June
If you would like to attend please RSVP below:
Giving Feedback
All too often we see feedback as scary or negative. Feedback is a gift. It shows that someone cares enough about us to help us learn and grow.
The SBIA Model is an impactful tool for providing clear and specific feedback for reflection and action.
More resources:
What’s new on the Learning Hub
We’ve added new course to Elmo this month, including the following – so login and check them out.
- Elmo course – stress management
- Elmo course – Managing Budgets
- Elmo course – finance for non-financial professionals
- Cross cultural communication
- How to communicate effectively
Keen for more learning?
Help us find the learning resources that are right you and your development goals by answering the quick 2 minutes survey below.
Benestar Best You Program
Benestar has set up free information sessions for staff that covers what support is available to employees and the different ways to access support.
| Thursday 13 April | 12 pm | Register here |
| Thursday 15 June | 12 pm | Register here |
| Thursday 17 August | 12 pm | Register here |
| Thursday 12 October | 12 pm | Register here |
| Thursday 07 December | 12 pm | Register here |
As always if you have any questions please email the People & Culture team!
People and Culture Team
23 January 2023
We are pleased to share with our staff team, an open letter from the Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme and Minister for Government Services, the Hon Bill Shorten MP acknowledging you contribution to supporting people with disability through the COVID-19 pandemic.
You can read the open letter, in full, here.
Note: Please consider our Social Media and Internet policy before you post Bayley House related content.
It lives in our All Staff TEAM / QMS / Policy and Procedures Manual / Section 9. External Relations & Fundraising