A WA parliamentary question seeks information on accommodation and work assistance for convicted sex offenders post-release. The response details the Department's reliance on non-government organisations and redirects housing allocation questions.

AnsweredQoN 2334Legislative Assembly
Asked
12 June 2007
Portfolio
Corrective Services

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(2) How does the process to help these people find accommodation work?
(3) Of this number who requested help, how many were placed in government accommodation, including Homeswest housing?

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Answered
14 August 2007
Responded by
Minister for Corrective Services
Response time
63 days
(1) The Department of Corrective Services does not directly provide such services to convicted sex offenders, but relies upon Service Agreements with Non-government Human Service organisations, which provide a broad range of programs and services for all prisoners. The Department does not record details specifically identifying sex offender support under these programs.
(2) Programs that aim to develop interpersonal skills, and encourage and reinforce pro-social changes in attitudes and thinking patterns can have significant impact on recidivism. Supportive relationships such as those provided by UCW Outreach and Outcare have been found to decrease risk of relapse in rapists and child molesters.
(3) Questions regarding the allocation of Homeswest housing should be directed to the Minister for Housing and Works.
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