It means the Department is responsible for your wellbeing. Your case worker works with you and your carers to ensure that you are being properly looked after, and that your care plan is being followed. This includes things like where you live, when you see your family and other important people, the school you go to, your health and cultural needs the sports and leisure activities you take part in, and all your other day-to-day needs and when you see your family.
Children and Young people come into care for different reasons. It is important that you understand why you came into care and how long you will be in care. Ask your social worker if you are not sure.
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The Advocate for Children in Care protects and promotes the interests of all children and young people in care to make sure they have a say in decisions and actions that affect them and in the services that are provided to them.
The Advocate for Children in Care can you sort our complaints or problems, and will make sure your views are heard and your rights respected.
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A Charter of Rights has been developed specifically for children and young people in out-of-home care.
Check out the charter of rights here.
If you have any questions about the Charter, contact your caseworker, talk to your carer or contact the Advocate for Children in Care.
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