What is FACS called now?
Communities and Justice are the main government agency in NSW that protects children. They used to be called ‘FACS’ and ‘DOCS’ but are now the Department of Communities and Justice.
What is family and community services called now?
The New South Wales Department of Family and Community Services (FACS) is a former department of the Government of New South Wales and was previously responsible for the delivery of services to some of the most disadvantaged individuals, families and communities in the state of New South Wales, Australia until July …
How do I contact the Department of housing NSW?
You can contact us a number of ways: Visit our website at www.dcj.nsw.gov.au. Phone 1800 422 322. Email [email protected].
What communities and justice do?
The New South Wales Department of Communities and Justice, a department of the Government of New South Wales, is responsible for the delivery of services to some of the most disadvantaged individuals, families and communities; and the administration and development of a just and equitable legal system of courts.
How can I get my child back from FACS?
After FaCS applies to the Children’s Court for an Order for the removal of a child from his or her parents, FaCS have to submit a Care Plan to court. The Care Plan is prepared by a FaCS child protection caseworker and/ or the manager after speaking with parents and others. It includes a Case Plan.
How do I contact Documents?
To make a report, a confidential number has been set-up specifically for mandatory reporters – 13 DOCS (dial 13 3627). Your clients and the general public need to call DoCS Helpline on the general number 132 111 to make a report.
What is DoCS new name?
Department of Communities and Justice
Department of Communities and Justice.
When can you take FACS leave?
FACS leave may be granted if a staff member is required to attend court to answer a charge for a criminal offence. FACS leave will only be granted if the Department Head considers the leave to be appropriate in a particular case.
What is the housing contact Centre?
More information. The Housing Contact Centre is a ‘one-stop-shop’ for tenants, maintenance contractors and members of the public. Each year approximately 800,000 calls are received (about 3,500 calls daily). These calls cover everything from tenant maintenance enquiries to requests for accommodation assistance.
What is Social Housing NSW?
Social housing is secure and affordable rental housing for people on low incomes with housing needs. It includes public, community and Aboriginal housing. You can apply for all types of social housing using one application. You will also be assessed for eligibility for private rental assistance.
What is the stronger communities cluster?
From 1 July, 2019 the Stronger Communities Cluster was created, bringing together and replacing the Family and Communities and Justice Clusters. This brings under one roof, NSW government services targeted at achieving safe, just, inclusive and resilient communities.
What is a NSW government cluster?
NSW Government departments, agencies and organisations are arranged into nine groups, called clusters.