Bendigo Business Stories Youth mental health with Dean Cosgriff from headspace Bendigo
We delve into youth mental health with Dean Cosgriff from headspace Bendigo.
Dean is a vocational specialist in the work and study team at headspace Bendigo, where he has been making a positive impact for six and a half years.
With a strong passion for helping young people achieve their work and study goals, Dean is very invested in making a positive impact in our community and is also dedicated to supporting local employers.
Dean's journey began with a Bachelor of Business at Latrobe University. He spent some time working in the insurance industry, and in 2015 ventured overseas for a year, gaining valuable experience working in different school environments.
Upon his return, Dean transitioned into supporting youth and is now working with an amazing team at headspace Bendigo.
Our host, Kimberley Furness from OAK Magazine, guides us through Dean's career journey and his deep passion for helping young people.
Discover the vital support provided by headspace Bendigo, offering free mental health assistance to young people, in our community, aged 12-25.
Be inspired by the success stories and how Dean connects with young individuals, helping them to approach potential employers and find a job.
This episode is a powerful exploration of mental health, youth development, and community support.
If you love it, share it - whether that is a review, five stars or sharing it to social media. It really does help small businesses and professionals, and supports our Bendigo business community.
Resources
headspace Work and Study Support
Welcome Pack for Young People, Friends and Family
ABOUT HOST KIMBERLEY FURNESS
Kimberley Furness is the national award winning publisher of OAK Magazine, a proudly independent media publisher dedicated to sharing stories and amplifying voices of female change makers and women in business in regional and rural Australia. Kimberley is a long time content creator for print and digital, a social media trainer for rural business owners and the host of chart topping podcast A Friend of Mine.
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