Principles for developing organisational policies and protocols for responding to clients at risk of suicide and self harm (2008)

Description

This booklet provides principles that have been developed to support agencies funded by the Department of Communities to meet the Standard for Community Services in Queensland. These standards require agencies to develop, implement and review policies and procedures for preventing harm (including suicide and self-harm), and to respond to potential or actual harm that may occur to clients. The booklet contains sections on appropriate responses to this issue in Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities.

The Queensland Department of Communities developed this booklet as part of three online resources to meet part of its commitment to the Queensland Government Suicide Prevention Strategy.

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When to use this resource

This resource is intended to provide organisations and individuals with easily accessible information concerning appropriate responses to managing suicide and self harm. The booklet contains information to assist organisations and service providers to identify and respond to people at risk of suicide. There are some useful tips on appropriate communication and response to diverse communities, such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Contact details

Department of Communities
111 George Street
Brisbane QLD 4001
GPO Box 806
Brisbane QLD 4001
Ph: 13 13 04 (cost of a local call)
Fax: (07) 3404 3570
TTY: (07) 3012 8655
Email: enquiries@communities.qld.gov.au

Links

• View resource: Principles for developing organisational policies and protocols for responding to clients at risk of suicide and self harm (PDF - 808.0 KB)
• View website: Queensland Department of Communities

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