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.
Care
Support for play, recreation and community activities
We must ensure that support is provided to tamariki and rangatahi in care or custody to meet their needs for play, recreation and participation in community activities, including supporting, and assisting caregivers to promote these activities.
Care
Care agreements
Sections 139 and 140 of the Oranga Tamariki Act provide for tamariki and rangatahi to enter care through a voluntary agreement with the parents, guardians or person having care of them. The period of time depends on their age and the type of agreement.
Interventions
Legal statuses for custody, guardianship or placement
The Oranga Tamariki Act 1989, Care of Children Act 2004, Adoption Act 1955 and Immigration Act 2009 have provisions for when Oranga Tamariki must approve the care arrangement for tamariki and rangatahi when they’re unable to live with their parents.
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Disclosing information using sections 66A or 66C of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 – flow chart
Occurs on: Sharing information, Disclosing information
Process for disclosing information under the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989.
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Success for children and young people with FASD – video transcript
Occurs on: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and neurodiversity
This video talks about how providing a rangatahi with FASD with the right support changed his behaviour and his life.
Youth justice, Care, Policy
Tamariki and rangatahi who are missing or whose absence is unauthorised
When tamariki and rangatahi are absent without permission, we work together with others and act promptly to determine their whereabouts and ensure their safety.
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Dr McGinn provides further insight into FASD – video transcript
Occurs on: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and neurodiversity
This 2014 video covers 'what you can expect' with a tamaiti or rangatahi with FASD and 'what you can do'.
Practice approach
Te Ao Māori principles of oranga
Te Ao Māori principles of oranga (wellbeing) are central to Oranga Tamariki social work practice.
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Organising my Practice (fillable)
Occurs on: Organising my practice
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