Transferring to Narang Bir-rong

Why do carers need to transfer to an Aboriginal Agency?

Culturally appropriate support and guidance for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people is critical to their identity and wellbeing.

Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations understand the cultural values, traditions and protocols of our communities. This deep cultural understanding allows us to provide services that are respectful, relevant and responsive.

Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations are governed and operated by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We create culturally safe environments where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people feel respected, understood and valued.

Flowchart of Transfer Process

1

Carer wants to transfer to Narang Bir-rong and signs consent form

2

Narang Bir-rong will contact your current casework team to collect your file and review

3

Narang Bir-rong will meet with your current casework team to confirm your household’s needs

4

A Narang Bir-rong worker will meet with you at your home to explain the process of transfer, talk about the organisation and any answer any questions you may have

5

Carers will complete a Narang Bir-rong application and will arrange a medical check-up

6

Narang Bir-rong will conduct a National Police Check of all adult household members, as well as verifying the household’s Working With Children Checks

7

Carer participates in an assessment review with Narang Bir-rong (roughly 2 hours) and a home safety check is undertaken.

8

A Case Management Transfer meeting occurs between Narang Bir-rong and your current agency.

This includes providing spaces where cultural practices, languages and connections to Country can be maintained and celebrated. This fosters trust, engagement and empowerment.

By leveraging our cultural knowledge, community connections and community-led governance structures, Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations play a vital role in promoting the wellbeing, resilience and self-determination of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We are best placed to provide cultural care because our culture is embedded within the fabric of our organisation.

The choice of an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations is up to you, if you’re interested in transferring to Narang Bir-rong, download our Care Transfer Kit.