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Our diverse and inclusive workforce Our commitment   We are committed to:   fostering inclusive and supportive work environments   increasing the diverse representation of employees within the department   building good working relationships to drive our portfolio initiatives.   We strive to provide a workplace for …

Disability Employment Strategy About the strategy Employ My Ability - Disability Employment Strategy Employ My Ability, the Disability Employment Strategy, provides a guiding framework to increase employment outcomes for people with disability. Available in the following additional formats: Easy Read Auslan Access …

Leaving care plans About leaving care plans  A leaving care plan is also called a transition from care plan. The young person and their caseworker develop the plan. This is usually when the young person turns 15 years of age. The plan helps them transition from out-of-home care to independence.  Each plan is different …

… a contemporary and streamlined framework to facilitate funding for supports and services that will assist all people with disability regardless … to service providers who are funded to deliver disability services and supports through existing and new programs funded by the Department of Social … The Code applies to all providers and workers delivering disability supports and services funded by the Australian Government. Services may …

… NDIS confusing and frustrating, with some people saying they missed the supports offered under state and territory systems, particularly active case … website) of the review and what the Government will do . The Government supports or supports in principle all 29 recommendations made in the review report. The …

Budget 2023–24 Portfolio Budget Statements Portfolio Budget Statements 2023–24 - Social Services Portfolio Additional Estimates Statements Portfolio Additional Estimates Statements 2023–24 - Social Services Portfolio Supplementary Additional Estimates Statements 2023–24 Portfolio Supplementary Additional Estimates …

Financial contributions by prospective adoptive parents About financial contributions  A  contribution  is an amount of money required by the country of origin when an application for adoption is made. Contributions are intended to support the development of child protection or adoption services in the country of …

Legislation we administer Overarching responsibilities and principal legislation Each Commonwealth minister has executive responsibility allocated by the Governor-General under the Administrative Arrangements Order (Opens external website) (AAO). The AAO sets out which matters and legislation are administered by each …

Hear from former graduates Rachel (2021 graduate, generalist pathway)  Rachel   As a person with disability, I was anxious about taking the next step after finishing my studies, but DSS stood out as an organisation that values diversity. Since starting with the department, I have been amazed at the level of support …

National Housing and Homelessness Plan Need urgent support? If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 000 .   If you or someone you know needs help or support at any time, contact one of the services listed on our Help and Support page. About the National Housing and Homelessness Plan   The …