In Home Child Care Services in Victoria

Every family has different circumstances, and sometimes standard day care for your child is not available or accessible to you. If this applies to your family, you may be eligible for In Home Care for your child.

Responsibilities of a service

In home care services have a responsibility to:

Direct all families and support services in need of in home care to the In Home Care Support Agency
Provide education and care in accordance with the Family Management Plan
Engage qualified educators
Ensure educators are registered through PRODA
Monitor the quality of care provided by the educator
Support educators through resourcing and guidance
Maintain a register of educators and their qualifications
Notify the Department and the In Home Care Support Agency of any notifiable incident within 24 hours
Notify the In Home Care Support Agency within 7 days of a child ceasing to be enrolled
Undertake regular home inspections and submit site visit reports to the In Home Care Support Agency
Complete regular reports to the In Home Care Support Agency on placements, children and families
Provide the Department and the In Home Care Support Agency, 42 days’ notice of ceasing to provide an In Home Care Service
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In Home Child Care Services in Victoria

There are a number of Service Providers providing In Home Care in Victoria. Each Service Provider has their own In Home Care educators. You will get to meet and pick the educator that meets you and your family’s needs.

All In Home Care educators are qualified, or working towards a Certificate 3 level qualification.

There are many educators who hold a higher qualification such as a diploma or bachelor level degree in early childhood education and care. In home care educators are also required to have a current first aid certificate.

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Service Providers in

Victoria

You can choose a service provider that best meets your needs and requirements. We can support you during this process to help you make a smooth transition to in home child care.