Modification History
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PSP12V1 |
Unit descriptor edited. |
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PSP04V4.2 |
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Primary release. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers development of return to work plans for an injured worker. It includes negotiating the content of the return to work plan and documenting the plan.
In practice, the development of return to work plans may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector work activities such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, applying government processes, delivering client services, gathering and analysing information, etc.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Application of the Unit
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements are the essential outcomes of the unit of competency. |
Together, performance criteria specify the requirements for competent performance. Text in bold italics is explained in the Range Statement following. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 . Negotiate content of return to work plan |
1.1 All relevant stakeholders are consulted to clarify and negotiate requirements of return to work plan . 1.2 Agreement is reached on the worker's capacity and the short-term and long-term rehabilitation goals. 1.3 Any specific needs or issues are identified and accommodated, guided by medical evidence. 1.4 Approval for suitable duties in accordance with medical restrictions is obtained from the nominated treating doctor or using other medical advice. 1.5 Disagreements on suitable duties or other aspects to be included in the return to work plan are resolved or referred for advice and resolution. |
2 . Document return to work plan |
2.1 Return to work plan is prepared in accordance with legislation, policy and procedures . 2.2 The return to work plan is developed in accordance with the requirements of the rehabilitation case management plan and the organisation's legislative obligations, standards and overall return to work policy and program. 2.3 Agreement on the plan is obtained from the worker, employer and rehabilitation provider and signed by the parties in accordance with policy and procedures. 2.4 Copies of the plan are distributed in accordance with organisational policy and procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Skill requirements Look for evidence that confirms skills in:
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Knowledge Requirements Look for evidence that confirms knowledge and understanding of:
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Evidence Guide
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package. |
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Units to be assessed together |
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Overview of evidence requirements |
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
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Resources required to carry out assessment |
These resources include:
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Where and how to assess evidence |
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
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For consistency of assessment |
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments |
Range Statement
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here. |
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Stakeholders may include: |
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Requirements may include: |
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Return to work plan may include: |
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Rehabilitation goals may include: |
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Specific needs may include: |
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Issues may include: |
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Suitable duties may include: |
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Advice on disagreements may be provided by: |
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Legislation, policy and procedures may include: |
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Parties signing return to work plan may include: |
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Plan may be distributed to: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency field
Injury Management.