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This page has resources that DCJ has developed to support TEI service providers to deliver the best services they can. If you have any questions or comments about these resources, please contact: TEI@dcj.nsw.gov.au
TEI program specifications (PDF, 895.7 KB) – sets out the intended program outcomes, the program target group and examples of activities that might be delivered under the program. Service providers must comply with the TEI program specifications.
The Targeted Earlier Intervention (TEI) outcomes framework outlines how DCJ and service providers will work together to build evidence of TEI program outcomes. It provides a roadmap for linking the TEI program and any program activities to improved client outcomes.
The outcomes framework supports providers in measuring and displaying the contribution of their TEI work to achieving lasting change in peoples’ lives. It also ensures that DCJ invests in programs that deliver meaningful outcomes for the people we serve. A large part of this is developing a clear program logic and collecting and reporting data through the Data Exchange system (DEX).
The outcomes framework also outlines how we will work from an evidence informed platform and build the evidence base for what works.
A program logic is an important component of evidence-based practice. The program logic provides a framework for monitoring and evaluating service activities and helps service providers link program activities with client outcomes and evidence of what works to improve client outcomes.
The program logic is a living document that is reviewed annually. It should be kept up to date as local priorities and service activities change, and needs to be reviewed annually.
Your program logic will be assessed by your local district. This is to ensure service providers adequately understand TEI objectives and all program logics developed in the TEI program are high-quality.
Your local district will use this guide: Assessing a program logic. This includes clear criteria to promote best practice and consistency in the TEI program.
We have developed a 15 minute Program Logic e-module to help you to develop your program logics: Developing a program logic e-module.
Download the TEI program logic template and examples to help you complete the e-module.
See these other useful resources for further assistance
For more information about the TEI Evaluation visit Independent evaluation of the Targeted Early Intervention (TEI) program.
Read insights shared by TEI practitioners into how they were able to connect with their clients and communities to achieve strengths-based, trauma-informed and person-centred outcomes. To find their stories visit Spotlight on TEI, click on a client story and scroll down to 'Going Deeper into Practice.'
The Evidence Portal aims to improve access and increase the use of evidence in service design and delivery, to improve outcomes for children, young people, families and communities.
The evidence available on the Evidence Portal can be used by providers to update their program logic, to reflect current evidence.
Targeted Earlier Intervention Program 2020-21 NSW Annual Report
This document is the first Targeted Earlier Intervention (TEI) Program annual report. It presents quantitative data reported by the Program’s funded service providers from 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2021.
10 Apr 2024