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NDIS Supported Decision Making Policy Summary

What is supported decision making?

Dignity of risk, consent, influence and safeguards

Recognising decision supporters

Representatives

NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators

What are the NDIS Practice Standards?

Person – centred supports

Individual values and beliefs

Independence and informed choice

Risk Management

Incident Management

Safe environment

Participant Safeguarding Policy

Understanding Safety, Safeguarding and Dignity of Risk

Participant Safety and Safeguarding

Dignity of Risk and Obligations to Safety

Proactive and Individualised Risk Identification, Assessment, and Management

Understanding Intersectionality and Multiple Risk Factors

Strengthening the Informal Support Networks, Community, and Mainstream Connections for All People with Disability

Supporting Informed Decision-Making

Proactively Discussing Personal Safety and Safeguards with Participants

Mandatory Reporting

Participant Critical Incidents and Reportable Incidents

The Cycle of Identifying, Assessing, and Managing Participant Risk at Multiple NDIS Connection Points

The NDIS Code of Conduct: Guidance for Workers

Act with respect for individual rights to freedom of expression, self-determination and decision-making in accordance with applicable laws and conventions

Support people with disability to make decisions

Communicate in a form, language and manner that enables people with disability to understand the information and make known their will and preferences

Take into account the expressed values, and beliefs of people with disability, including those relating to culture, faith, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexuality and age, as well as disability

Provide supports and services in a safe and competent manner, with care and skill

Ensure appropriate and accurate records are kept

Support informed consent by providing accurate information relating to service provision

Promptly take steps to raise and act on concerns about matters that may impact the quality and safety of supports and services provided to people with disability

Take all reasonable steps to prevent and respond to all forms of violence against, and exploitation, neglect and abuse of, people with disability

Report incidents of violence, exploitation, neglect or abuse to their NDIS provider, the Commission and, as appropriate, to other relevant authorities

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Feedback and Complaints Management

Welcome to "Balancing Dignity of Risk and Duty of Care," a comprehensive online course designed specifically for NDIS providers, support workers, and disability care professionals. Navigating the delicate balance between empowering participants to make their own choices (Dignity of Risk) and ensuring their safety and well-being (Duty of Care) is one of the most critical challenges in the disability support sector.

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Welcome to "Balancing Dignity of Risk and Duty of Care," a comprehensive online course designed specifically for NDIS providers, support workers, and disability care professionals. Navigating the delicate balance between empowering participants to make their own choices (Dignity of Risk) and ensuring their safety and well-being (Duty of Care) is one of the most critical challenges in the disability support sector. This course provides an in-depth exploration of the NDIS Supported Decision Making Policy, NDIS Practice Standards, and Participant Safeguarding Policy.

Throughout this training, you will learn how to implement person-centered supports, respect individual values and beliefs, and foster independence while maintaining a safe environment. We will dive into proactive risk identification, intersectionality, and how to strengthen informal support networks. Furthermore, the course thoroughly covers the NDIS Code of Conduct, guiding workers on how to act with respect, communicate effectively, obtain informed consent, and appropriately report incidents or concerns.

By the end of this course, you will be equipped with the practical knowledge and ethical frameworks needed to support people with disabilities in making informed decisions, managing risks proactively, and preventing exploitation or abuse. Enhance your professional skills, ensure compliance with NDIS quality indicators, and champion the rights and safety of the participants you support. Enroll today to master the essential balance of dignity and care.

Balancing Dignity of Risk vs. Duty of Care

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            <p>Every day, you step into the lives of the people you support, carrying two invisible but heavy responsibilities in your hands. In one hand, you hold the deep, protective instinct to keep them safe from harm—your duty of care. In the other, you hold a profound respect for their autonomy, their right to make choices, and their freedom to experience the world with all its inherent uncertainties—their dignity of risk. Imagine a moment when a participant decides they want to try cooking their own meals or traveling alone to a new community event. Your heart might skip a beat as you weigh the potential hazards against the joy, growth, and independence that come from taking that chance. This delicate tightrope walk is the true art of frontline support work, where protecting someone’s physical safety must never come at the cost of their personal freedom and self-determination.</p>

<p>Navigating this complex intersection requires more than just good intentions; it requires a clear, reliable map. Throughout this journey, we will explore the essential frameworks that guide your daily practice, starting with the NDIS Supported Decision Making Policy and the core principles of person-centered supports. We will dive into the realities of participant safeguarding, examining how to proactively identify and manage risks while honoring individual values, beliefs, and intersectional identities. By unpacking the NDIS Practice Standards and the Code of Conduct, you will discover practical ways to communicate effectively, support informed consent, and ensure that every choice a participant makes is respected. Ultimately, this exploration will empower you to confidently champion the rights of those you support, ensuring they live full, self-directed lives without compromising their well-being.</p>
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