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Pathway rationale – template

Occurs on: Using chronologies to support decision-making in the initial assessment phase

Record of our written analysis of the combined information.

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Gateway assessment flowchart

Occurs on: Gateway assessments

A summary of the gateway process.

Intake, Practice tools

Overview of the intake decision response tool

We use the intake decision response tool (DRT) to decide on the appropriate report of concern response pathway when we receive information or concerns for tamariki or rangatahi, including those in care or custody.

Policy

Allegations of harm towards rangatahi aged 18 and above by transition caregivers

When there is an allegation of harm (abuse or neglect), we work closely with rangatahi aged 18 and over, transition caregivers and the Police to share information and provide support and advice to rangatahi and transition caregivers.

Intake, Practice tools

Reports of concern about sexualised behaviour

How to decide on a response to a report of concern involving sexual behaviour of tamariki or rangatahi.

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Child Protection Protocol: joint operating procedures

Occurs on: Child Protection Protocol (CPP), Specialist child interviews

How Police and Oranga Tamariki work together when a report of concern of potential harm be a criminal offence.

Assessment and planning

Mass allegation investigations

We work with Police on any allegation of abuse of 3 or more tamariki or rangatahi. We address the care or protection needs of tamariki or rangatahi with support from Police.

Care

Dealing with complaints about caregivers

A complaint is an expression of dissatisfaction or concern about conduct or care. All complaints should be taken seriously and responded to with sensitivity.

Care

Caregiver review meetings

The caregiver review meeting enables us to explore with caregivers their ongoing willingness and suitability to provide care to support the review of their approval status.