Assessment and planning
When adults who have sexually abused have contact with tamariki or rangatahi
We need to build and deepen our understanding of what safety measures are in place or need to be in place to protect te tamaiti or rangatahi to minimise the risk of further opportunities for sexual abuse.
Care
Visits with tamariki and rangatahi in care or custody
We need to visit tamariki and rangatahi as often as they need us to so they can participate and influence decisions about their safety, care and wellbeing needs.
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Practice note: Meeting professional and legal obligations through the careful management of personal information
Occurs on: Practice notes
December 2024 practice note from the Chief Social Worker.
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Care Clinic and Hui recording template
Occurs on: Care arrangements
These meetings help us focus on the plan for te tamaiti or rangatahi, meeting their needs and supporting their caregivers.
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Request for interstate transfer of casework tasks – template
Occurs on: When children and young people move (including overseas) policy — Resources
Template covering the casework assistance requested.
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Va'aifetū, part II: Principles, cultural frameworks, guidelines
Occurs on: Bhavish – Fiji Indian cultural approach
Practical guide on how to integrate culture into practice in pursuit of best outcomes for children.
Care
Advice and assistance when rangatahi are transitioning out of or have left our care or custody
Oranga Tamariki provides advice and assistance to eligible rangatahi who have left our care or custody and who are aged from 15 to 25 years old. This is referred to as the provision of advice and assistance.
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How to guide – All About Me plan
Occurs on: Care standards, All About Me plan, All About Me plan to meet the needs of tamariki and rangatahi
Step-by-step instructions for creating, recording and maintaining the plan in CYRAS.
Practice approach
Recording casework
We document key actions and decisions for tamariki and rangatahi and their whānau or family so significant decisions are clearly evidenced and transparent, including how the information was gathered and how we have interpreted the information.
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Medical report for caregiving and adoption – form
Occurs on: Applying to be a caregiver or adoptive parent
Medical report form for caregiver and adoptive parent application.