Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification addresses work in residential group homes, training resource centres, day respite centres and open employment services, other community settings and clients' homes.
These workers:
- Apply knowledge and skills gained through qualifications and/or previous experience to provide training and support to people with disabilities to enhance their ability to achieve greater levels of independence, self reliance and community participation
- Report to service managers and may liaise with health professionals and other service agencies
- May work without direct supervision and may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a limited number of lower classified 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 15 units are required for award of this qualification including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
CHCCS400B Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCCS411B Work effectively in the community sector
CHCDIS301B Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCDIS302A Maintain an environment to empower people with disabilities
CHCDIS405A Facilitate skills development and maintenance
CHCDIS410A Facilitate community participation and inclusion
CHCDIS411A Communicate using augmentative and alternative communication strategies
CHCICS402A Facilitate individualised plans
AND one of each of the following pairs of units :
CHCICS305A Provide behaviour support in the context of individualised plans
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CHCICS404A Plan and provide advanced behaviour support
AND :
HLTOHS300B Contribute to OHS processes
OR
CHCOHS312B Follow safety procedures for direct care work
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers in the disability 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 - recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co -workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
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
CHCAD401D Advocate for clients
CHCCM404A Undertake case management for clients with complex needs
CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCCS310A Support inclusive practice in the workplace
CHCCS312A Use electronic learning materials
CHCCS413A Support individuals with autism spectrum disorder
CHCCS417A Provide support and care relating to suicide bereavement
CHCCS422A Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately
CHCCS425A Support health professional
CHCCS426A Provide support and care relating to loss and grief
CHCCS502B Maintain legal and ethical work practices
CHCCS506A Promote and respond to workplace diversity
CHCDIS313A Support people with disabilities who are ageing
CHCDIS404C Design procedures for support
CHCDIS408C Support people with disabilities as workers
CHCDIS409A Provide services to people with disabilities with complex needs
CHCDIS509D Maximise participation in work by people with disabilities
CHCICS401A Facilitate support for personal care needs
CHCICS403A Conduct individual assessment
CHCICS404A Plan and provide advanced behaviour support
CHCICS405A Facilitate groups for individual outcomes
CHCICS406A Support client self management
CHCICS407A Support positive lifestyle
CHCICS408A Provide support to people with chronic disease
CHCICS409A Recognise and respond to suspected abuse of vulnerable people
CHCICS410A Support relationships with carers and families
CHCLD315A Recognise stages of lifespan development
CHCLLN403A Identify clients with language , literacy and numeracy needs and respond effectively
CHCORG406B Supervise work
CHCORG529B Provide coaching and motivation
CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCPA402B Plan for and provide care services using a palliative approach
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
HLTAP401B Confirm physical health status
HLTFS207C Follow basic food safety practices
Medication and health professional support
CHCCS305B Assist clients with medication (Note pre -requisite HLTAP301B)
CHCCS424A Administer and monitor medications (Note pre -requisites CHCCS305B, HLTAP301B)
CHCCS425A Support health professional
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTFA402C Apply advanced first aid (Note pre -requisite HLTFA301C)
Working with older people
CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
CHCAC412A Provide services to older people with complex needs (Note pre -requisite CHCAC318B )
CHCAC416A Facilitate support responsive to the specific nature of dementia
CHCAC417A Implement interventions with older people at risk of falls
Working with people with mental health issues
CHCMH402A Apply understanding of mental health issues and recovery processes
CHCMH411A Work with people with mental health issues
Working with people with alcohol and other drug issues
CHCAOD402B Work effectively in the alcohol and other drugs sector
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
Team coordination and supervision
CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCNET404A Facilitate links with other services
CHCORG406B Supervise work
CHCORG423B Maintain quality service delivery
BSBWOR403A Manage stress in the workplace
Outreach work
CHCCH427A Work effectively with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
CHCCH522A Undertake outreach work
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
CHCOHC407A Apply and manage use of basic oral health products
