Specialized substitute residential care refers to an agreement made between a parent and an organization to provide care for a child away from their regular home for a minimum of three nights within a seven-day period. This care is specifically intended for respite or behavior support purposes, or it can be funded through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
Goaldis is a registered NDIS provider with a special focus on mental health, psychosocial disabilities, autism, and intellectual disabilities. We are thrilled to introduce our latest service offering: SSRC.
At Goaldis, we are driven by a singular vision – to create a world where every child, irrespective of their disabilities, has the opportunity to thrive and flourish within their community. We firmly believe that disabilities should not be a barrier to a child’s happiness or their ability to participate fully in society.
Our team is our strength. Comprised of highly experienced and dedicated support workers, our team is specifically trained to work with challenging behaviours. Our support workers are not just employees, they are passionate advocates for children with disabilities, committed to making a positive difference in their lives.
One of the key aspects of our approach is our close collaboration with behaviour support practitioners. Together, we develop and implement comprehensive behaviour support plans. These plans are not just about managing challenging behaviours, they are about understanding the root cause of these behaviours and helping the child develop new, more positive ways of interacting with the world around them.
These behaviour support plans are designed to help children with challenging behaviours improve and adapt, enabling them to participate fully in their communities without any hindrances. We believe that with the right support and guidance, every child can learn to manage their behaviours and lead a fulfilling, happy life.
At Goaldis, we’re not just providing a service, we’re building a brighter future for children with disabilities. Choose Goaldis, choose a brighter future for your child. Together, we can make a difference.
- Short stays of 3 or more nights within a 7-day period are available in group homes, respite facilities, hotels, or Airbnb accommodations (consecutive days are not necessary).
- Overnight or short-term accommodation options are provided in group homes or respite environments.
- The option of overnight stays for 3 or more nights is available in a ‘host family’ arrangement.
- Longer-term residential care is offered for those requiring ongoing support.
- Specialized camps lasting 3 or more nights focus on respite or behavior support.
- Accommodation is also available under the NSW Bail Assistance Program.
SSRC services can be arranged as one-time emergency care or can involve regular and long-term care, depending on the individual’s needs.
We believe that every child has the right to feel safe and secure, and to be free from harm and abuse. We are dedicated to safeguarding children from all forms of harm, including physical, emotional, and psychological harm, as well as neglect.
Our commitment extends to ensuring that our staff, volunteers, and anyone else associated with our services understand the important responsibility they have in protecting children. We provide regular training and support to ensure that everyone in our organization is equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to keep children safe.
We work closely with families, communities, and professionals to ensure the safety of children. We listen to children, take their concerns seriously, and respond promptly and appropriately to any allegations or suspicions of abuse.
We are committed to continuous improvement and regularly review and update our policies and procedures to ensure they meet or exceed regulatory standards and reflect best practices in child safety.
At Goaldis, child safety isn’t just a policy or a protocol – it’s a fundamental part of who we are and what we stand for. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of children, and that starts with keeping them safe.
