Common use of SCOPE OF THE PARTNERING AGREEMENT Clause in Contracts

SCOPE OF THE PARTNERING AGREEMENT. The key mutual benefit identified is to streamline pathways for clients between ACAS, and HAS providers in the Grampians region. This will be achieved by both parties practicing within established best practice standards in referrals, joint assessment and case conferencing. The overarching objectives are to acknowledge and practice within: • An agreed set of indicators that may prompt a referral for HAS or ACAS involvement • An agreed process to share ideas, knowledge and resources to negotiate better outcomes for clients • The existing Victorian Service Coordination Practice Manual2 • Clear appeal pathways for services where outcomes are in dispute Practice protocols have also been included as a guide for partnership members: • Attachment 1. Indicators for referral between Partners • Attachment 2: Referral process between Partners • Attachment 3: Case Discussion/Conferencing • Attachment 4: Grievance process