Within PCQ there are roles to facilitate the effective management of the PresSafe system.
PresSafe RISK MANAGEMENT OFFICER
pressafe@pcq.org.au
Helen Underwood 0499 599 741
Helen is appointed by the PCQ Assembly. Helen is the first point of contact within PCQ for any child harm concerns or disclosures of abuse. She liaises with external authorities such as police and Child Safety Services.
Helen oversees risk management within PCQ’s Ministry to Children by reviewing and approving Risk Management Plans for high risk activities and special events, such as camps. These plans are a requirement to ensure risks are identified and appropriate risk management controls are in place to prevent harm to children.
Please contact Helen if you have any questions about breaches, reporting suspicions of harm and disclosures of child abuse.
PCQ GENERAL MANAGER
general.manager@pcq.org.au
Phil Strong 07 3106 3266
As PCQ Interim General Manager, Phil is responsible for the overall governance of the PresSafe Risk Management System, including ensuring an annual review in consultation with the Director of Christian Education and the Safe Ministry with Children Risk Management Officer. The General manager also implements and maintains the necessary administrative procedures required under legislation and the PCQ Child Safety Policy. The position also approves procedures for interacting with Children including the PresSafe Code of Conduct. The General Manager also ensures that all PCQ Ministry Workers are compliant with the Working with Children legislation and the PresSafe Risk Management System.
Please contact Phil if you have any questions concerning administration or compliance within the PresSafe system.
PCQ DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
stuart.hoadley@pcq.org.au
Stuart Hoadley 0407 408 067
As PCQ Director of Christian Education, Stuart is responsible for the oversight of PresSafe Training. He also has oversight of Child Safety, PresSafe implementation, and Risk Management compliance across Christian Education Presbyterian Youth and Kids (PYK) ministries.
Please contact Stuart if you have any questions concerning training or implementation of the PresSafe system.
