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How do I review applications and referrals?
Guide to reviewing applications and managing referrals.
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Reviewing Applications and Referrals
Manage resident applications efficiently.
View Applications
- Go to Applications in your dashboard
- See list of all applications
- Sort by date, status, property
Application Information
Each application shows:
- Resident name
- Property applied for
- Date submitted
- Current status
- Compatibility score
Review Details
Click an application to see:
- Resident profile and preferences
- Support needs and funding
- Uploaded documents (NDIS plan, assessments)
- Compatibility assessment
- Message history
What to Check
Funding:
- NDIS SIL funding available?
- SDA funding if needed?
- Sufficient board contribution?
Support:
- Can you provide required support?
- Do you have staffing?
- Any specialist training needed?
Compatibility:
- Fit with current housemates?
- Similar interests and lifestyle?
- Good compatibility score?
Documentation:
- NDIS plan complete?
- Assessments provided?
- BSP if needed?
Take Action
Request Information
- Click Message Resident
- Ask specific questions
- Set deadline for reply
Arrange Inspection
- Click Schedule Inspection
- Offer dates/times
- Confirm with resident
Approve
- Click Approve Application
- Add confirmation message
- Discuss move-in date
Decline
- Click Decline
- Select reason
- Add optional message
Response Times
Best practice:
- Initial acknowledgment: 24 hours
- Review decision: 2 weeks
- Final decision: Clear communication
Hospital Referrals
For discharge referrals:
- Review discharge letter
- Check assessments
- Assess discharge timeline
- Respond promptly (urgent needs)
Tracking
View analytics:
- Total applications
- Approval rates
- Time to fill
- Source of best applicants
Privacy
- Keep information confidential
- Communicate via Housing Match
- Maintain professional tone
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