Provider travel - non-labour costs | Development Of Daily Living And Life Skills | Assistance with Daily Life | 01_799_0117_8_1

Overview:

Ensures equitable compensation for provider travel expenses, excluding labour costs.

Service Details:

1. Eligible Costs:

• Providers may incur additional costs like road tolls, parking fees, and vehicles running costs.

2. Negotiation with Participants:

• Providers should discuss and agree upon reasonable contributions for these costs with participants.
• Where a worker is travelling to provide services to more than one participant then the provider should split the non-labour travel costs (including the return journey) between the participants, with the agreement of each participant in advance.

3. Reimbursements Rates:

• Vehicles owned by Provider or Worker: Up to $0.97 per kilometre.
• Other Transport Costs: Full amount for public transport fares, road tolls, and parking fees.

4. Claiming Process:

• Claims for non-labour costs must be seperate from the primary support claim.
• These costs are claimable only when provider travel time is also claimable.
• Use the specific 'Provider Travel - Non- Labour Costs' support item in the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits.

Participant Outcomes:

Participants benefit from broader access to quality services, as providers are incentivised to travel without financial disincentive. This support item ensures that participants in remote or regional areas can receive equal care, improving inclusivity, and enhancing the overall reach of essential services. It promotes equity in service provision, contributing to consistent support quality regardless of participant location.

Impact Statement:

This support allows for sustained provider engagement across diverse Australian communities, maintaining a vital, accessible support network.