Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification addresses work in client homes and other community settings under regular supervision within clearly defined organisational guidelines and service plans.
These workers:
- Carry out activities to maintain personal care and/or other activities of living for people in their own homes or in other community settings
- Carry out activities related to an individualised plan
- Report directly to a supervisor and are not responsible for other workers.
Occupational titles may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 14 units are required for award of this qualification including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCS411B Work effectively in the community sector
CHCDIS301B Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCHC311B Work effectively in home and community care
CHCICS301A Provide support to meet personal care needs
CHCICS302A Participate in the implementation of individualised plans
CHCICS304B Work effectively with carers
CHCOHS312B Follow safety procedures for direct care work
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers in the home and community care sector need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Community Services Training Package.
Group A electives - at least one unit must be selected
One of the following units must be selected for this qualification.
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co -workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander people
Where work involves a specific focus on both Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and culturally diverse clients or communities, candidates are recommended to select both units.
Group B electives for special consideration
The following electives, whilst not required in all home and community care work, are highly recommended to be considered for inclusion in this qualification:
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well being
CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach
Other relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules. The following grouping of relevant electives is provided to facilitate selection and does not necessarily reflect workplace requirements. Electives may be selected from one or more groups. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
Client support
CHCAC410A Collect technical data to support client health care plan (Note pre -requisite HLTAP301B)
CHCAD401D Advocate for clients
CHCCOM302C Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues
CHCCS311C Deliver and monitor services to clients
CHCCS400B Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCCS401B Facilitate responsible behaviour
CHCCS426A Provide support and care relating to loss and grief
CHCGROUP302D Support group activities
CHCICS305A Provide behaviour support in the context of individualised plans
CHCICS306B Provide basic foot skin and nail care
CHCICS409A Recognise and respond to suspected abuse of vulnerable people
CHCLD315A Recognise stages of lifespan development
CHCLLN403A Identify clients with language , literacy and numeracy needs and respond effectively
CHCNET301D Participate in networks
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTCSD307C Care for the home environment of clients
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTFS207C Follow basic food safety practices
HLTFS309C Oversee the day -to -day implementation of food safety in the workplace
HLTFS310C Apply and monitor food safety requirements
HLTIN301C Comply with infection control policies and procedures
HLTRAH302B Undertake home visits
Medication
CHCCS305B Assist clients with medication (Note pre -requisite HLTAP301B)
Working with older people
CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence
CHCAC412A Provide services to older people with complex needs (Note pre -requisite CHCAC318B )
Working with people with a disability
CHCDIS302A Maintain an environment to empower people with disabilities
CHCDIS313A Support people with disabilities who are ageing
CHCDIS322A Support community participation and inclusion
CHCDIS323A Contribute to skill development and maintenance
Working with people with mental health issues
CHCMH301B Work effectively in mental health
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CHCMH411A Work with people with mental health issues
Organisational support
CHCADMIN302D Provide administrative support
CHCINF303B Contribute to information requirements in the community sector
CHCINF408C Comply with information requirements of the aged care and community care sectors
CHCORG322B Contribute to implementation of service delivery strategy
Working with children and young people
CHCCHILD404A Support the rights and safety of children and young people
CHCYTH301E Work effectively with young people
CHCYTH401B Engage respectfully with young people
Leisure and health
CHCRH401B Work effectively in the leisure and health industry
CHCRH402A Undertake leisure and health programming
CHCRH404A Plan , implement and monitor leisure and health programs
Oral health
CHCOHC303A Use basic oral health screening tools
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support and encourage clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care
CHCOHC404A Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues
CHCOHC406A Provide or assist with oral hygiene
