Organisation
Department of Social Services (Australia)
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Strategy
National best practice framework for early childhood intervention
The framework describes what high-quality, evidence-informed support looks like for children with developmental concerns, delay or disability, and their families. This support will give them the best chance to fulfil their potential by identifying and meeting their additional needs early. It guides how to support children up to age nine with developmental concerns or disabilities.
Guide
Signs of success
A set of resources designed to support employers who want to create an inclusive workplace for Deaf and hard of hearing employees. It includes a six-part video series showcasing real-life success stories of employers who have embraced inclusive, Deaf-friendly workplaces and provides practical guidance on how your business can do the same, as well as...
Evaluation
Evaluation of the Escaping Violence Payment place-based trial
This evaluation is of the place-based trial of the Escaping Family Violence Payment in Far North Queensland and the Torres Strait. It found the payment was highly effective in supporting people leaving violent relationships and the place-based trial demonstrated the practice and benefits of culturally appropriate service delivery.
Discussion paper
Next steps in supported employment: consultation on the way forward
This discussion paper outlines the range of work already underway to improve employment outcomes for people with disability, particularly those with high support needs, and seek views on the way forward. It responds to recommendations on disability employment made by the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability.
Evaluation
Impact evaluation of the Integrated Carer Support Service (Carer Gateway)
This impact evaluation on the Integrated Carer Support Service (ICSS) – publicly known as Carer Gateway, was commissioned to assess program appropriateness, effectiveness and efficiency. The evaluation draws on a mixed-methods approach and found all three objectives of the Carer Gateway have been met. The report details conclusions and implications of the evaluation’s findings.