Released 02/11/2018
Today, the first of a series of free seminars will showcase current Australian research and evidence-based practice for the reduction and elimination of restrictive practices in schools, disability services and out-of-home care settings.
Organised by the ACT Senior Practitioner Mandy Donley, the seminar will host several experts from around the country who will discuss evidence based approaches on topics such as reducing restrictive practices in care and protection of children and in schools, creating restraint-free environments and risk assessment in disability services.
The Senior Practitioner’s role is to work with Canberra providers to inform and assist in developing strategies that ensure best practice in the ACT. Ms Donley’s powers extend to disability services, including psychosocial disabilities; schools and other education settings; and children and young people in out-of-home care.
The seminar series is recommended to community sector professionals; education staff; parents and advocates; disability service providers; and senior Government and non-government policy makers. There will be a children and young people in out-of-home care specific forum in early February.
The Senior Practitioner Act 2018 commenced on 1 September 2018. The new legislation reflects the ACT Government’s commitment to improving the lives of all people who are vulnerable and potentially subject to restrictive practices, as well as supporting and upholding individuals’ rights under the ACT Human Rights Act 2004.
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