Intended audience: All Waitemata Social Work and Key Worker staff

Prerequisites: Complete the e-learning module 'Safeguarding Adults An Introduction'

Duration: 2 hours

Method: face-to-face

About this course:

The overall aim of this course is to bring awareness to Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand social work/key workers staff about their role in relation to safeguarding adults at risk.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

•  Locate the Vulnerable Adults Policy
•   Identify situations of abuse and neglect
• Apply the basics of best practice safeguarding response
• Understand the role of VARG and SAFA Coordinator