8Key matters to be dealt with in form of agreement

8 Key matters to be dealt with in form of agreement

A form of agreement specified in an instrument under section 6 must deal with the following matters: (a) implementing case management; (b) developing assessment and referral mechanisms; (c) introducing early intervention and outreach; (d) enhancing the skill levels of the service provider work force compatible with core competencies; (e) strengthening the links between service sectors; (f) the efficiency and effectiveness of program management (including both Commonwealth and State planning, administration and advisory mechanisms); (g) establishing the means by which the civil, political, economic and social rights of people who are homeless may be preserved and protected by service providers; (h) ensuring that outcomes and/or targets in relation to people who are homeless are taken into account in the granting of financial assistance for the provision of services under SAAP; (i) establishing reporting and accountability arrangements; (j) establishing networks of support between service providers.