Award of Specialised Supported Independent Living Services for Young People

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DCSSDS awarded a contract to Southern Cross Support Services Pty Ltd for specialised services and support, providing five supported independent living (SIL) places across a minimum of two properties for young people aged 15 to 18 with moderate to high support needs.

The service prioritises face-to-face engagement and delivers a case work model responsive to changing needs, preparing young people for independent living and adulthood.

Flexible support hours cover business and after-hours, with a staffing model including 1 FTE Program Team Leader, 8 hours of youth worker support per day 365 days a year, and 3 sleepovers per week, 52 weeks a year, modifiable based on placement needs.

The contract value is AUD 2,065,269, procured via limited method under the Social Services category.