WORK DEVELOPMENT ORDER SCHEME
At Chapter One Counselling, we are dedicated to ensuring that psychological care is accessible to everyone. As a registered and approved Work and Development Order (WDO) Sponsor, we provide support to vulnerable individuals who may struggle to access or afford mental health services.
We recognise that financial stress can hinder those in need of mental health support, making it difficult for them to prioritise or afford the treatment they require.
Clients must arrange funding for their WDO program. Medicare rebates under a mental health care plan may help reduce out-of-pocket costs.
eligibility
Am I eligible for a WDO?
You may apply for a WDO if you meet one of the following criteria:
- Aged under 18
- Receiving a Centrelink or DVA benefit
- Experiencing a mental illness, intellectual disability, or cognitive impairment
- Suffering from a serious addiction to drugs, alcohol, or volatile substances
- Facing significant financial hardship
If you do not fit into any of these categories, you may still be able to apply under exceptional circumstances.
benefits of a work development order
Chapter One Counselling is equipped to provide mental health treatment services under the WDO scheme. Mental health treatment will be conducted according to a health practitioner’s treatment plan, and we offer $1,000 per month for full compliance with the treatment plan. Please note that Chapter One Counselling reserves the right to decline clients who are in severe addiction states and would be better suited to community drug and alcohol programs.
The Work Development Order (WDO) Scheme is an initiative by the NSW government that enables vulnerable individuals to clear outstanding fines (including penalty notices and court fines) through approved activities or treatment rather than monetary payment. WDOs are supervised by organisations or health practitioners known as WDO sponsors, who are specially authorised by the NSW government.
Chapter One Counselling
Located inside Zenly Sensory Haven - STUDIO 8 1/7 Unwins Bridge Rd, St Peters NSW 2044
Chapter One Counselling acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live and work. We recognise and value their continuing connection to lands, waters and culture and pay respects to Indigenous Elders, past and present.
Please note we are not a crisis service
If you are in an emergency, or at immediate risk of harm to yourself or others please contact 000.
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