Unit of competency Outline

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Supervise offenders

Supervise offenders

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCOFM008
State Code
AUY86
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/12/2015
Field of Education
091199 - Justice And Law Enforcement, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
17/12/2015
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills required to monitor the security, behaviour, needs and concerns of offenders. It also outlines the skills required to supervise offenders with special needs.This unit applies to those monitoring the behaviour of offenders in a custodial or community environment. Working as part of a coordinated team is integral to this role.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to interaction with offenders and liaison with support personnel.Those undertaking this unit work with moderate support in roles involving routine tasks with a number of familiar steps.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Monitor security and behaviour
  • 1.1 Maintain contact with offenders to observe and monitor their behaviour, responses and environment.
  • 1.2 Identify potential problems, conflict or stress present in offender behaviour, responses and environment.
  • 1.3 Act on breaches or risks to security, safety, health and hygiene promptly.
  • 1.4 Respond to potential risks and implement intervention strategies according to guidelines, priorities and degree of urgency.
  • 1.5 Report changes to requirements and routine promptly and give information about the changes to relevant people according to the degree of risk.
2 Monitor needs and concerns
  • 2.1 Use active communication on an ongoing basis to gain information that will assist in identifying offender’s needs, problems and concerns.
  • 2.2 Respond to expressions of needs and concerns to promote confidence and trust and a positive approach to addressing concerns.
  • 2.3 Identify and assess changes in the mood and behaviour of offender for their impact on the welfare, safety and security of the offender and the environment.
  • 2.4 Analyse offender information for security, safety and welfare implications.
  • 2.5 Assess security, safety and welfare information, report promptly to the authorised people and take appropriate action.
  • 2.6 Create ongoing opportunities for the offender to express concerns and problems while providing appropriate support.
  • 2.7 Report information about offender’s needs, concerns and behaviour to appropriate specialists and seek support or make referrals according to protocol and agreed practice.
3 Supervise offenders with special needs
  • 3.1 Adapt communication with offender to reflect and respect different cultural values, practices and communication levels.
  • 3.2 Monitor personal values and beliefs for potential conflict or difficulties in being objective and professional.
  • 3.3 Encourage colleagues and offenders to respect diversity.
  • 3.4 Demonstrate actions consistent with organisation’s antidiscrimination policies and procedures.
  • 3.5 Seek support from suitable advisers and agencies when required and requested.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S5969 CSCOFM305A Supervise offenders Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEJ19 CSCOFM045 Supervise offenders Unit of competency