Modification History
Not Applicable
Description
This qualification covers senior youth justice workers who supervise young people who have been directed by the justice system to be in the care and direction of authorised community and government agencies. Workers at this level may have some supervisory responsibility for other staff.
The supervision will be managed through a range of community and institution-based programs designed to meet the social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs of young people.
Occupational titles may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into CHC51508 Diploma of Youth Justice it is recommended that candidates have sufficient relevant work experience to indicate likely success at this level of qualification in a job role involving:
- The application of knowledge with depth in some areas and demonstration of a broad range of technical and other skills
- A wide range of tasks and roles in a variety of contexts, with complexity in the range and choices of actions required
- The exercise of discretionary judgement and decision making under general guidance.
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
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PACKAGING RULES 12 units are required for award of this qualification including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
CHCCOM504A Develop , implement and promote effective workplace communication
CHCCS502B Maintain legal and ethical work practices
CHCCS506A Promote and respond to workplace diversity
CHCCS513B Maintain an effective community sector work environment
CHCYJ501A Develop and support a youth justice team
CHCYJ502A Respond to needs of youth justice clients
CHCYTH608C Manage service response to young people in crisis
HLTOHS401A Maintain workplace OHS processes
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking youth justice work 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 more 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
PSPMNGT605B Manage diversity
Group B first aid electives - required for youth work in some jurisdictions
In some jurisdictions, it is a condition of employment that youth justice workers are competent in basic first aid. Candidates and employers should clarify any specific jurisdiction requirements for competence in first aid.
HLTFA301C Apply first aid
HLTFA302B Provide first aid in remote situation (Note pre -requisite : HLTFA301C)
HLTFA402C Apply advanced first aid (Note pre -requisite : HLTFA301C)
Other relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules. The following table shows electives suggested to address work requirements in the identified areas. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
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Community youth justice work |
Centre-based youth justice work |
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CHCAOD510A Work effectively with clients with complex alcohol and /or other drugs issues |
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CHCCM503C Develop , facilitate and monitor all aspects of case management |
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CHCCS521A Assess and respond to individuals at risk of suicide |
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CHCCW503A Work intensively with clients |
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CHCFAM518B Work with involuntary and mandated clients |
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CHCMH504D Provide a range of services to people with mental health issues |
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CHCNET503C Develop new networks |
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CHCORG506D Coordinate the work environment |
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CHCPROT512C Coordinate work integrating statutory requirements and responsibilities |
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CHCYTH502A Work with young people to establish support networks |
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CHCYTH503A Undertake youth work in specific communities |
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CHCYTH511B Work effectively with young people and their families |
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Other electives relevant to youth justice work
BSBSUS501A Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability
CHCCS312A Use electronic learning materials
CHCLD415A Confirm client developmental status
CHCLD514A Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services
CHCLD515A Analyse client information for service planning and delivery (Note pre -requisite CHCLD415A)
CHCLLN403A Identify clients with language , literacy and numeracy needs and respond effectively
CHCPROT401C Act as a witness
Problem gambling electives
CHCGMB501A Work effectively in the problem gambling sector
CHCGMB502A Assess the needs of clients with problem gambling issues
CHCGMB503A Provide counselling for clients with problem gambling issues
Settlement work electives
CHCSW401A Work effectively with forced migrants
CHCSW402A Undertake bicultural work with forced migrants in Australia
Oral health
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
