The Liberal Government has started work on a new approach of joined-up and streamlined support systems for vulnerable and disadvantaged Tasmanians.
Today I hosted a roundtable with the peak organisations and lead agencies working in the community sector in Tasmania. The Liberal Government committed to holding this roundtable in our first 100 days.
The current human services support system has many strengths, however, there are some parts that remain fragmented, uncoordinated and difficult to access. It is not uncommon for a family to have 10 different case workers across government and the community sector.
Our election commitment was to deliver a new, joined-up support system in partnership with the community sector. This approach will deliver:
• A shared entry point and assessment for government and community delivered services;
• A lead worker for complex cases to build networks of support around individuals and families; and
• A system with an outcomes based focus, working with families and individuals on their strengths and goals and getting results.
Today’s roundtable was a very positive and constructive discussion about the strengths and weaknesses of the current system and what the challenges and opportunities are in designing a more joined-up, client focused system.
The Liberal Government is committed to a wide reaching consultation process with the sector, the community, and Tasmanians who need support.
Jacquie Petrusma, Minister for Human Services
