— download (PDF 240 KB)
Application for assessment
Occurs on: Applying to be a caregiver or adoptive parent
Application form for caregiver and adoptive parent application.
Care, Intake, Assessment and planning
Strengthening our response to unborn and newborn pēpi
When we receive a report of concern for a newborn or unborn pēpi, we work with their family, whānau, hapū, iwi and family group using the same approach we use for all our mahi, with additional considerations to strengthen our response.
Care
Explaining rights and entitlements to tamariki and rangatahi
Under the National Care Standards, every tamaiti and rangatahi is entitled to receive information about what they can expect when they are in care, their rights and how they will be supported to raise any concerns they have.
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Referral for residential services and high-needs placement – form
Occurs on: Specialist placements for tamariki and rangatahi with high needs
Information to help us understand the needs of the rangatahi and match them with a suitable care arrangement.
Use of electronic communication in residences
This key information outlines how to help keep children and young people safe when using media, music, games and electronic devices.
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Request for family/whānau caregiver assessment in Australia template
Occurs on: When children and young people move (including overseas) policy — Resources
Use this template when requesting that an Australian state or territory undertakes an assessment of prospective whānau or family caregivers living in Australia.
Care, Policy
Ensuring a safe, stable and loving home for tamariki and rangatahi in care or custody
This policy sets out the requirements to ensure tamariki and rangatahi in care have a safe, stable and loving home if they are unable to have their long-term care needs met by their parents or usual carers.
Assessment and planning
Allocating a key worker and co-worker
When a child and family assessment, investigation or intervention is required for a tamaiti or rangatahi, a key worker is allocated who holds responsibility for all case activity. A co-worker may assist the key worker for a specific purpose.
Information sharing, Policy
Sharing information
Sharing information is a key part of a practitioner’s role when working with tamariki and rangatahi and their whānau or family to ensure we're keeping tamariki and rangatahi safe. We respect the mana and dignity of the people the information is about.
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Guide – Intercountry Hague Convention adoptions
Occurs on: Facilitating the adoption of a tamaiti from overseas
This document helps adoptive parents navigate the tasks they need to complete with DIA after the adoption certificate has been issued.