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Position paper: Developing a tangata whenua and bicultural supervision model for Oranga Tamariki
Occurs on: Resources for the tangata whenua and bicultural supervision model
Outlines the context for the development of our supervision approach and, within that, the supervision model.
Care
Working with tamariki and rangatahi when allegations of abuse, neglect, or harm are made against their caregiver
The most important concern in any assessment or investigation of abuse is the immediate safety and wellbeing of te tamaiti or rangatahi.
Interventions
Child Support, Unsupported Child's Benefit and Orphan's Benefit
We can help people caring for tamariki or rangatahi who are not in the custody of the Oranga Tamariki chief executive to apply for financial support through Child Support, the Unsupported Child’s Benefit and the Orphan's Benefit.
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Developing a supervision agreement – guide
Occurs on: Resources for the tangata whenua and bicultural supervision model
A guide for developing a supervision agreement for the tangata whenua and bicultural supervision model.
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All About Me plan – template example
Occurs on: All About Me plan to meet the needs of tamariki and rangatahi, Care standards, All About Me plan, Talking with and listening to tamariki and rangatahi
Example of the template available through CYRAS.
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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Gateway assessment flowchart
Occurs on: Gateway assessments
A summary of the gateway process.
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Banking options for tamariki and rangatahi
Occurs on: Transition to adulthood — Preparation, assessment and planning, Finances and wills for tamariki and rangatahi in care or custody
Menu of banking options and instructions for opening independent accounts.
Residential care, Policy
Working with tamariki and rangatahi in residences
This policy outlines what we must do while working with tamariki and rangatahi in residences.
Assessment and planning
Specialist child interviews
Specialist child interviews are conducted as part of our mahi when te tamaiti or rangatahi may have been the victim of abuse or witnessed an incident that may constitute a criminal offence.