LawCare WA is a member assistance programme (programme), similar to an employee assistance programme, which offers support with personal and work-related issues that may impact your job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being.
The programme is delivered by Converge International and offers independent and confidential counselling and advice.
Services are available 24 hours, 7 days a week, to facilitate enquiries, booking requests and to provide referrals in crisis situations.
More information about Converge International’s member assistance programme is available for download here.
Converge also provides specialist phone helplines. Law Society members are provided with one phone session per annum.
- First Nations Specialist Helpline: 1300 287 432
- LGBTQI+ Specialist Helpline: 1300 542 874
- Domestic and Family Violence Helpline: 1300 338 465
Is the programme free?
The Law Society provides members with up to three free sessions with Converge International per membership per year.
Is the programme confidential?
The member assistance programme is confidential.
If you access the programme your details will not be passed on to anyone at the Law Society.
How can I access the programme?
In most cases appointments with the Member Assistance Programme can be conducted by phone or video conference, face-to-face, or through a live chat.
To access the programme, you can:
- Call 1300 687 327
- Make an online booking from the Converge website, here.
- Download the Converge app.
The Law Society’s organisation code: LAWOQLO can be used to access the app or make an online booking
You can download the Converge app using the QR code below, or by searching ‘Converge International’ in your app store.
How can I encourage my colleagues to access the programme?
Converge International has developed resources on how you can support your colleagues to access counselling and wellbeing support. A guide to referrals is available for download here.
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This service is provided by LawCare WA.
Disclaimer: The Law Society does not warrant or guarantee the LawCare WA services provided by the third-party provider and are not liable in relation to any aspect of the services they may provide to you. The Law Society shall not be liable for any damages or costs of any type arising out of or in any way connected with your use of these services.
Information is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or healthcare provider. Please consult your doctor or healthcare provider for advice about a medical condition.
