​Insight OT Consultancy is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

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Children have the right to feel safe, respected and supported in every environment that contributes to their development and participation.

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Insight recognises that children are particularly vulnerable and that adults working with children hold an important responsibility to protect and promote their wellbeing.

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Commitment to Child Safety.

Insight OT Consultancy:

• places the safety and wellbeing of children at the centre of all work

• listens to and respects the voices of children and families

• promotes environments where children feel safe, valued and supported

• recognises the importance of inclusive and respectful practice for all children.

 

Insight provides services in ways that prioritise the dignity, rights and wellbeing of the child.

 

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Safe and Respectful Practice.

Insight is committed to maintaining safe professional boundaries and respectful relationships with children and families.

 

This includes:

• working transparently with parents or guardians

• ensuring children are supported by a trusted adult where appropriate

• maintaining professional conduct at all times.

 

 

Screening and Professional Requirements.

Insight OT Consultancy maintains appropriate professional clearances for working with children, including:

• a valid Working with Children Check in Victoria

• professional registration with the relevant regulatory body

• adherence to professional ethical standards.

 

Mandatory Reporting.

Insight recognises the responsibility of professionals working with children to respond to concerns about child safety and wellbeing.

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Where there are reasonable grounds to believe a child may be experiencing harm or neglect, Insight will act in accordance with relevant Victorian child protection legislation and reporting obligations.

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Inclusive and Respectful Practice.

Insight values and respects the diversity of all children and families, including children from:

• culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

• diverse family structures

• children with disability or additional needs.

 

All children deserve to feel safe, included and supported.

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Commitment to Ongoing Reflection.

Insight OT Consultancy is committed to continually reflecting on and strengthening practices that promote the safety and wellbeing of children.

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Child safety is an ongoing responsibility that requires awareness, accountability and care.