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PCMP - Rules and Practice Guidance

Expectations of DCJ and PSP providers in working together to deliver the PSP.

Download a print copy of the PCMP Rules and Practice Guidance (PDF, 1.4 MB).

IMPORTANT NOTE: The printable copy of the PCMP Rules and Practice Guidance in PDF format (linked above) is updated periodically and some parts of it may not be fully up-to-date. For the fully up-to-date version, continue to access this publication via this webpage (below).


Introduction to PCMP
The minimum expectations of DCJ and PSP providers in delivering the PSP.
PCMP definitions
Explains key terms and definitions used throughout the policy framework.
Roles and responsibilities
Powers & functions of PR exercised by DCJ. Primary case responsibility exercised by PSP providers.
Assessment
DCJ and PSP roles and responsibilities
Placement
Supervising a placement, permanent placement hierarchy and Aboriginal child placement principle.
Transfer of case responsibility
Requirements for transfer of case responsibility and interstate movement of children in OOHC.
Permanency case planning
Case planning to achieve a child's case plan goal
Group supervision and resolving disputes
Recommended process for resolving disputes between DCJ and PSP providers.
Legal practice
Understand legal process and the role of PSP providers and DCJ during court proceedings.

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