Modification History
CHC08 Version 3 |
CHC08 Version 4 |
Description |
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well being |
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well being |
Unit updated in V4. Formatting and grammatical corrections. No change to competency outcome (no change to version identifier). |
Unit Descriptor
Descriptor |
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required by the worker to support a client’s health and emotional wellbeing |
Application of the Unit
Application |
The skills and knowledge of this unit of competency will be applied according to an established individualised plan and with regard for the value and importance of people’s health and wellbeing This unit of competency covers possible indicators of abuse and neglect and a requirement to report to a supervisor |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
This unit contains Employability Skills |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements define the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
The Performance Criteria specify the level of performance required to demonstrate achievement of the Element. Terms in italics are elaborated in the Range Statement. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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1.1 Confirm the client’s social and recreational preferences 1.2 Identify a client’s social network (where possible) 1.3 Encourage and facilitate the client to attend social and recreational activities and wherever possible, involving their social network 1.4 Encourage and facilitate the client to attend social and recreational activities that promote the development of social networks 1.5 Recognise the need to modify or adapt social and recreational activities to meet specific needs of the client and report to appropriateperson 1.6 Provide the client with information about community networks and activities available to them |
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2.1 Demonstrate basic understanding of the impact the client’s circumstances may have on their health 2.2 Identify processes, actions and circumstances that support the client’s good health 2.3 Provide support in a manner that promotes the client’s good health 2.4 Confirm aspects of supporting a client’s health within scope of knowledge, skills and/or job role and seek appropriate support for those outside scope 2.5 Identify variations in a client’s physical condition and report to supervisor 2.6 Recognise indications that client’s experience of pain is affecting their wellbeing and report according to organisation policy and protocol |
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3.1 Demonstrate basic understanding of the impact of client’s circumstances may have on emotional and psychological wellbeing 3.2 Identify processes, actions and circumstances that support the client’s self-esteem and confidence 3.3 Provide support in a manner that promotes the client’s self-esteem and confidence 3.4 Identify aspects of supporting a client’s emotional wellbeing outside scope of knowledge, skills and/or job role and seek appropriate support 3.5 Identify variations to a client’s emotional wellbeing and report to supervisor 3.6 Recognise and report possible indicators of client abuse and/or neglect and report according to organisation policy and protocol |
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4.1 Demonstrate acceptance of a client’s cultural and spiritual preferences 4.2 Ensure work practices accommodate a client’s modesty and privacy according to cultural requirements 4.3 Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in communication practices 4.4 Facilitate the client’s participation in cultural and spiritual practices and celebrations 4.5 Provide the client with information regarding relevant cultural and spiritual networks available in the community |
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5.1 Encourage and assist client to maintain their environment 5.2 Assist client to feel secure and comfortable 5.3 Identify hazards and report to supervisor 5.4 Use appropriate aids to support comfort, safety and wellbeing 5.5 Facilitate established routines, rhythms and customs of client, where possible 5.6 Inform client of support services and encourage them to use services |
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6.1 Demonstrate understanding of the impact of the client’s circumstances on an individual’s expression of identity and sexuality 6.2 Recognise the impact of community values and attitudes regarding sexuality, ageing and disability 6.3 Avoid imposing own values and attitudes regarding sexuality on others 6.4 Support the person to express their sexuality 6.5 Respect different spiritual expressions of sexuality 6.6 Acknowledge unmet needs relating to sexuality and identity and refer to an appropriate person |
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7.1 Comply with the organisation’s reporting requirements 7.2 Complete documentation according to organisation policy and protocols 7.3 Maintain documentation in a manner consistent with reporting requirements 7.4 File documentation in accordance with organisation policy and protocols |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role These include:
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Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:
In addition, the candidate must be able to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role These include the ability to:
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency: |
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Access and equity considerations: |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment: |
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Method of assessment may include: |
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Related units: |
This unit must be assessed in relation to the specific context in which it will (or may) be applied In the case of working with older people, this unit is recommended (but not required) to be assessed in conjunction with:
OR In the case of working with people with disabilities, it is recommended (but not required) to be assessed in conjunction with:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts. |
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Client may include: |
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Environment may include: |
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Emotional needs may include: |
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Psychological needs may include: |
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Variations in a client’s physical condition may include: |
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Spiritual preferences may include: |
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Cultural may refer to: |
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Expressions ofidentity andsexuality may include: |
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Appropriate communication and relationship building processes may include: |
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Network may include: |
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Community network may include: |
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Appropriate person may include: |
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Report may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.