17Application to be an authorised carer in a private capacity

17 Application to be an authorised carer in a private capacity

17 Application to be an authorised carer in a private capacity

(1) A natural person may apply in writing to a designated agency to be an authorised carer.

(2) On receipt of an application, the designated agency must provide the applicant with information about the following—

(a) the rights and responsibilities of authorised carers,

(b) the authorisation process including the criteria an applicant must satisfy,

(c) permanent placement options for a child or young person in out-of-home care.

(3) An application must be accompanied by the information the designated agency reasonably requires to assess the applicant’s capability and suitability to be an authorised carer.

(4) An application may be withdrawn, by written notice or verbally, before it is determined.