Dr John SimmondsDirector of Policy Research and Development

BRITISH ASSOCIATION FOR ADOPTION AND FOSTERING

Professor Muriel BamblettChief Executive Officer

VICTORIAN ABORIGINAL CHILD CARE AGENCY

Robyn MillerChief Practitioner and Director Office of Professional Practice

DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, VIC

Simone WalkerExecutive Director Safe Home for Life

DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND COMMUNITY SERVICES, NSW

Benefits of attending Build organisational

capacity to improve quality and safety of care

Strengthen relationships and partnerships to drive better outcomes

Promote innovation to improve programmes and service delivery

Improve stability and permanency of care

Key speakers

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Pathways for Vulnerable Children

17th & 18th March 2015, CQ Functions, Melbourne

Reforming systems to improve service delivery & quality of care

To register phone 1300 316 882 fax 1300 918 334 registration@criterionconferences.com www.outofhomecare.com

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A How to transfer theory into practice to improve service outcomes

B How to build organisational capacity through effective service innovation

Spaces are limited, book early to avoid missing out!

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Pre & post conference workshops Proudly endorsed by

Register 2 delegates at the ‘standard rate’ & bring a 3rd delegate for FREE!˜

The number of children in Out of Home Care is constantly increasing. Both government and community service providers are finding it difficult to build organisational capacity while at the same time improving the quality and safety of care for vulnerable children.

This conference will discuss strategies to promote collaboration and innovation to build a sustainable, safe future for vulnerable children in Australia.

This conference will focus on

• Building organisational capacity to improve quality and safety of care

• Strengthening relationships and partnerships to drive better outcomes

• Promoting innovation to improve programmes and service delivery

Securing better outcomes for children

Free pass applications

Criterion is delighted to offer a select number of free passes for non-government organisations who would ordinarily not be able to attend. To apply, please contact Matthew Lathlean at matthew.lathlean@criterionconferences.com

To register, call us on 1300 316 882 or book online www.outofhomecare.com

Plus key contributions from

Marita Scott Baptcare, VIC

Basil Hanna Parkerville Children and Youth Care, WA

Peter Mulholland & Andrea Clements Salvation Army Westcare, VIC

Laura David Anglicare, VIC

Ernest Lovelock & Garth Freudenstein Wundarra Services, NSW

Robert McLachlan Ellis McLachlan Solicitors, NSW

Nicky Minchinton The Benevolent Society, QLD

Jo Smart OzChild, VIC

Mary Jo McVeigh Cara House, NSW

Dr Stewart Redshaw Mercy Community Services, QLD

Rita Fenech Connecting Carers, NSW

SAVE $400 when you register & pay by 12th December 2014*

Who is attending?Non-government organisations, state and federal government

representatives with responsibilities for

• Out of Home Care • Child Safety & Protection

• Foster Care• Family Support & Early Intervention

• Child Health• Domestic Violence

“Criterion have put together a conference that is particularly relevant to a sector undergoing large scale change at this time.”Andy Harman, Western Districts Out of Home Care Responsive Pathways for Vulnerable Children 2014 delegate

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8:00 Registration, coffee & networking

8.30 Opening remarks from the Chair

Driving a sustainable governance framework8.40 INTERACTIVE SPOTLIGHTIn this interactive session you will gain an understanding of the organisations present within the room and the different challenges they face.

10.40 Morning tea & networking break

11.10 Permanency for children: An achievable goal or an illusion? • Providing a legal perspective • Assessing the future of Out of Home Care within Australia• Restoring families through intensive support

Robert McLachlan Principal SolicitorEllis McLachlan Solicitors, NSW

Promoting innovation to improve programmes & service delivery

11.50 THE WORLD CAFE Key leaders will host 15 minute interactive discussions of expertise. The room will split and rotate for a chance to hear from our four leaders.

12.50 Networking lunch

1.50 Implementing a High Risk Placement Panel (HRPP)• Utilising a workers’ development tool• Driving more efficient practice• Where to next?

Peter Mulholland General ManagerSalvation Army Westcare, VICAndrea Clements Therapeutic Program Development and Practice ConsultantSalvation Army Westcare, VIC

2.30 Family services preventing placement breakdowns • Strengthening stability of care• Creating a child centric framework• Improving future outcomes for families

Jo Smart Team Leader Child and Family ServicesOzChild, VIC

3.10 Afternoon tea & networking break

3.40 Developing a trauma informed supervision framework• Supporting the workforce to improve outcomes• Identifying indicators early• How effective is this framework?

Mary Jo McVeigh Chief Executive Officer and FounderCara House, NSW

4.20 Intensive family support programme to reduce neglect• Engaging families through self development• Enabling support programmes• Reducing the risk of neglect and abuse

Nicky Minchinton Manager Helping Out FamiliesThe Benevolent Society, QLD

5.00 Closing remarks from the Chair & end of day one

Day 1 Tuesday, 17th March 2015

9.20 Innovative policy & practice for vulnerable children in Victoria

• Examining legislative changes in stability planning• Implementing a five year strategic plan • Preventative programmes

Robyn Miller Chief Practitioner and Director Office of Professional PracticeDepartment of Human Services, VIC

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10.00 Strengthening child protection within NSW: Safe Home for Life

• Building parental capacity and increasing parental responsibility• Providing greater permanency for children and young people in care• Delivering a modern, responsive and child focussed system

Simone Walker Executive Director Safe Home for LifeDepartment of Family and Community Services, NSW

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Robyn Miller Strengthening

relationships and partnerships

Simone Walker Driving sustainable

governance

Dr John SimmondsBuilding organisational

capacity

Mary Jo McVeighInnovation in services

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Day 2Wednesday, 18th March 2015

8:00 Welcome, coffee & networking

8.30 Opening remarks from the Chair

Building organisational capacity to improve quality & safety of care

10.10 Building professional development for carers to improve outcomes for children

• Strengthening carer capacity through innovative resources• Developing a sustained carer support framework• Driving a reactive workforceRita Fenech State ManagerConnecting Carers, NSW

10.50 Morning tea & networking break

11.20 Essential foundations for delivering quality services• Developing the supportive organisational culture• Maintaining a focus on impacts and outcomes for clients; the DMERTTS

Framework• Valuing training, teamwork and supervision Dr Stewart Redshaw Research, Evaluation and Publications ManagerMercy Community Services, QLD

12.00 Peeling back the layers in kinship care• Understanding complexities in kinship care• Strengthening our response• Supporting carers and successful placement

Marita Scott General Manager, Family and Community ServicesBaptcare, VIC

12.40 Networking lunch

1.40 Closing the ‘education gap’ for children in care• Implementing the ‘TEACHaR’ program• Providing an embedded outcomes evaluation• The value of pursuing innovation within the community service sector

Laura David Research Officer Policy, Research and Innovation UnitAnglicare, VIC

Strengthening relationships & collaboration to improve stability

3.00 Afternoon tea & networking break

3.30 Strengthening partnerships to provide better outcomes for Indigenous children

• Assessing current client base• Creating a child centric model• Securing long term development

Ernest Lovelock Founder and Director Wundarra Services, NSWGarth Fredenstein Manager Case WorkWundarra Services, NSW

4.10 Implementing a new service framework: The Child Advocacy Centre

• Uniting people and partners through innovation• Developing a comprehensive support programme• Engaging the community

Basil Hanna Chief ExecutiveParkerville Children and Youth Care, WA

4.50 Closing remarks from the Chair & end of conference

8.40 Permanency planning for children in care: Lessons from the UK

• Child centred issues in developing organisational capacity• Exploring family placement practice• Improving overall quality and safety

Dr John Simmonds Director of Policy, Research and DevelopmentBritish Association for Adoption and Fostering

2.20 How can the service sector better collaborate to improve outcomes for family violence?

Ernest LovelockWundarra Services, NSWBasil HannaParkerville Children and Youth Care, WALaura DavidAnglicare, VIC

9.30 Aboriginal children: Cultural pathways out of vulnerability

• Considering the status of Aboriginal children• Examining connection to culture• Diverting common pathways

Professor Muriel Bamblett Chief Executive OfficerVictorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency

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Early booking discounts apply – the earlier you book the more $$$ you save

WorkshopsMonday, 16th March 2015Thursday, 19th March 2015

SAVE $300 when you book & pay by 16th January 2015*

How to transfer theory into practice to improve service outcomes Pre Conference Workshop A Monday, 16th March 2015 9.00am-4.00pm

Service providers often struggle to understand the difference between theory and practice and how to best utilise it in a practical setting. Adult learning theory highlights the need for supervision to enable workers to translate theory into practice.

This workshop will explore how to use a reflective practice paradigm in supervision to increase worker capacity and improve the outcomes for vulnerable children.

Why attend this workshop?

• Learn about the effectiveness of reflective practice in supervision • Participate in stimulating conversation about harnessing workers’ potential • Link theory to practice that increases better outcomes for children

What you will take away by attending

• Further knowledge to enable workforce development and better outcomes • Additional skills to improve worker capacity • Increased confidence and understanding of supervision

About your workshop leader

Mary Jo McVeigh Founder and DirectorCara House, NSW

Mary Jo McVeigh is the Founder and Director of Cara House, Centre for Resilience and Recovery, located in Sydney. She is a trained trauma therapist and an accredited mental health social worker. She has a passion for exploring and studying comprehensive bodies of knowledge.

Mary Jo has presented at national and international conferences and published in professional journals on her work. She has written numerous training programmes and practitioners’ manuals for social services and charitable organisations in Australia. She was a NSW Woman of the Year award nominee in 2010 for her work with children and adults traumatised by abuse.

How to build organisational capacity through effective service innovationPost Conference Workshop B Thursday, 19th March 2015 9.00am-4.00pm

Effective service delivery requires clear objectives, an understanding of the significant contextual factors and the requisite skills and knowledge.

This workshop will focus on building organisational capacity through innovation and effective implementation.

Why attend this workshop?

• To explore and identify the key features in effective service delivery• To consider the ways in which the relational and relationships impact on

service design and delivery• To explore both professional experience and case vignettes

What you will take away by attending

• Increased knowledge and skills in service innovation and design• An opportunity to explore key issues with other participants• Identify key messages and objectives relevant to each participant

About your workshop leader

Dr John Simmonds Director of Policy, Research and DevelopmentBritish Association for Adoption and Fostering

John Simmonds is the Director of Policy, Research and Development at the British Association for Adoption and Fostering. Before starting at BAAF in 2000, he was head of the social work programmes at Goldsmiths College, University of London. He is a qualified social worker and has substantial experience in child protection, family placement and residential care settings. He is currently responsible for BAAF’s contribution to the development of policy and practice in social work, health, the law and research.

John has published widely including editing with Gillian Schofield the ‘Child Placement Handbook’ and ‘Good Practice Guidance on Special Guardianship’, both published by BAAF.

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