Resources

This foundational workshop provides an overview of child development underpinned by a theoretical framework. This involves looking at the whole child and understanding that learning and development occur holistically. When working with young children there is a responsibility to recognise […]

This foundation training for inexperienced or new staff will explore permanency planning for children and young people who can’t be restored home. Topics we will cover include: Understanding permanency Considering Guardianship or Open Adoption Parallel Planning The six steps of […]

Working with Men Communities of Practice aims to improve the lives and outcomes of children and families by creating a space for practitioners to come together and explore difficult practice issues within the Permanency Support Program. In this Communities of […]

Safeguarding Quality Practice This session supports practitioners and leaders to strengthen day-to-day safeguarding practice through a focus on quality, accountability and reflective decision-making. The session explores what quality safeguarding looks like in practice, including quality case plans, family time planning, […]

Communities of Practice aims to improve the lives and outcomes of children and families by creating a space for practitioners to come together and explore difficult practice issues within the Permanency Support Program. In this Communities of Practice, participants will […]

Conversations We Avoid Some conversations are difficult but they are often the most important. In this Community of Practice, practitioners work through a scenario involving challenging discussions with parents, carers or young people. Together we explore practical ways to approach […]

Affidavit Writing in PSP PSP Service Providers play a very important role in helping ensure that the Children’s Court has the best evidence to make the decisions about children and young people subject of care proceedings. The training, run by […]

This F2F session is for all PSP casework staff and leaders. Family Finding is a core part of permanency casework and critical to supporting children and young people to have safe, lifelong connections with family, kin and community. This training […]

Preparing Young People for Independence What actually helps young people transition out of care? In this Community of Practice, practitioners explore a real-life scenario to unpack the practical steps, conversations and supports that help young people move toward independence with […]

This foundational workshop provides an overview of child development underpinned by a theoretical framework. This involves looking at the whole child and understanding that learning and development occur holistically. When working with young children there is a responsibility to recognise […]

S149-BK and S163 This session aims to improve the lives and outcomes of children and families by creating a space for practitioners to come together and explore difficult practice issues within the Permanency Support Program. s149-bk Participants will discuss how […]

Restoration in Practice Restoration is often the preferred permanency goal, but translating policy into practice can be complex. This Community of Practice brings practitioners together to explore restoration through a real-world scenario, unpacking decision-making, engagement with parents, and balancing risk […]

Managing time well in PSP casework isn’t just about ticking off tasks – it’s about making space for what matters most: children, families, and quality practice. This highly practical session gives PSP practitioners and leaders simple, effective strategies to get […]

Difficult conversations will explore knowledge and skills for responding to situations when important, yet difficult conversations are needed in the context of working with clients across the range of permanency support programs. The course will: identify the purpose and foundations […]

Communities of Practice aims to improve the lives and outcomes of children and families by creating a space for practitioners to come together and explore difficult practice issues within the Permanency Support Program. In this Communities of Practice, participants will […]

The Six Steps of Guardianship and Open Adoption This foundation training for inexperienced or new staff will explore permanency planning for children and young people who can’t be restored home. Topics we will cover include: Understanding permanency Considering Guardianship or […]

Communities of Practice aims to improve the lives and outcomes of children and families by creating a space for practitioners to come together and explore difficult practice issues within the Permanency Support Program. In this Communities of Practice, participants will […]

PCMP Business Rules & Practice Guidance Training Join us for an insightful session on the Permanency Case Management Policy (PCMP). This training will cover the essential rules and practice guidance, ensuring you understand the minimum expectations for collaborative work between […]

Webinar Overview This foundational webinar is delivered to enhance PSP casework staff and managers work to understand the foundations and guiding principles of the child protection system. (1) Legislation and Standards; provides an overview of the mechanisms of government that […]

Working with Aboriginal Children and Families This Communities of Practice provides a reflective, conversational space for practitioners to deepen their practice when working alongside Aboriginal children, families and communities. Rather than a structured training session, this CoP draws on shared […]

Working with Men who use Violence This workshop has been written and will be delivered by Mary Jo McVeigh, a highly respected external expert and sector leader. It represents a unique opportunity to learn directly from a recognised practitioner and […]

Looking Back – Looking Forward: How Single Stories and Practice Traditions can Impact Permanency This training provides a reflective space for practitioners and leaders to explore the concept of a single story and practice traditions – and how these can […]

Working with Parents Get ready for an exciting session co-facilitated by a PSP LH facilitator and a parent with lived experience who will share her story and key learnings for practitioners! This session will delve into the pivotal role that […]

Overview:  Mandatory reporting decisions can be complex, and practitioners often need a space to think them through. This coaching session provides a supportive forum for practitioners to bring real practice dilemmas, explore reporting thresholds, and strengthen confidence in decision-making. Together […]

Overview:  Communities of Practice aims to improve the lives and outcomes of children and families by creating a space for practitioners to come together and explore difficult practice issues within the Permanency Support Program. In this Communities of Practice (CoP), […]

Overview “Aboriginal Cultures and Histories provide information and strategies for PSP casework staff to better understand and support Aboriginal children, families, and communities. This webinar focuses on exploring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture and the history of Australia and […]

This foundational workshop provides an overview of child development underpinned by a theoretical framework. This involves looking at the whole child and understanding that learning and development occur holistically. When working with young children there is a responsibility to recognise […]

Working with Men Communities of Practice aims to improve the lives and outcomes of children and families by creating a space for practitioners to come together and explore difficult practice issues within the Permanency Support Program. In this Communities of […]

Overview: “Aboriginal Child Protection History provides information and strategies for PSP casework staff to better understand and support Aboriginal children, families, and communities. This webinar focuses on understanding Australia’s history of Aboriginal child protection, intergenerational trauma, and discusses the realities […]

Quality Provisional and Kinship Assessments Join this session to understand the essential components of effective provisional and kinship assessments. Learn practical strategies for conducting thorough evaluations that prioritise the safety, stability, and well-being of children. Discover how to engage families […]

Motivational Interviewing in Casework Discover how Motivational Interviewing (MI) can enhance casework practice and support meaningful change for families. This introductory webinar explores the principles, process, and practical skills of MI within the PSP context, highlighting how a collaborative, strengths-based […]

Leaving Care In this interactive session, we explore the casework practice in the leaving care space.  A great session that covers the basics and provides more advanced content all in one.  The session includes; Why leaving care planning and support […]

Overview:  “Working with Aboriginal Families and Communities provides information and strategies for PSP casework staff to better understand and support Aboriginal children, families, and communities. This webinar focuses on understanding diversity in Aboriginal culture, privilege and its impacts and how […]

S149b-k Communities of Practice aims to improve the lives and outcomes of children and families by creating a space for practitioners to come together and explore difficult practice issues within the Permanency Support Program. In this Communities of Practice, participants […]

Leaving Care – Financial Plans This training session is for all PSP staff. This session is designed for PSP leaders who want to strengthen their practice in supporting young people as they transition from care. The session offers a focused […]

Family Action Plan for Change (FAP-C) A quality FAP-C is critical in preservation & restoration casework.  In this session, Practitioners are given the opportunity to practice what they have learned by having a crack at writing some content for a […]

Developing Meaningful Aboriginal Cultural Support Plans This training provides PSP casework staff and leaders with the essence of cultural planning for children, young people and their families from Aboriginal backgrounds. Embark on a journey in cultural planning, tailored to Aboriginal […]

Working with Aboriginal Children and Families This Communities of Practice provides a reflective, conversational space for practitioners to deepen their practice when working alongside Aboriginal children, families and communities. Rather than a structured training session, this CoP draws on shared […]