Unit of competency Outline
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Prepare information for justice processes
Prepare information for justice processes
Unit of competency
National Code
CHCPROT404D
CHCPROT404D
State Code
D2682
D2682
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
14/07/2014
Field of Education
090913 - Legal Practice
Original Release Date
14/07/2014
Nominal Hours
60
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required by workers who contribute to justice processes by preparing information on child protection casesIt does not involve providing evidence
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Collect and prepare material
- 1.1 Conduct interviews to gather evidence from witnesses to obtain a factual record of events
- 1.2 Crosscheck relevant information gathered from interviews and confirm with a number of sources
- 1.3 Use established procedures to prepare evidence and information for court consideration
- 1.4 Liaise with relevant parties and keep informed of status of evidence and court process
- 1.5 Collect and document evidence so as to ensure statutory requirements and procedures are satisfied
- 1.6 Use established procedures to make arrangements tosupport attendance of witnessesin court
- 1.7 Undertake all requirements for reporting and storage of written materials in accordance with organisation procedures
2. Provide information to the justice process
- 2.1 Provide information about status of case and court processes to relevant parties on an ongoing basis
- 2.2 Check understanding of outcomes of court action with all relevant parties
- 2.3 Facilitate exploration of options arising from court action with all relevant parties
3. Prepare reports
- 3.1 Record and report on investigation in line with organisation and legal requirements
- 3.2 Maintain information systems, including computer records, case notes, files and reports
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
The contexts for preparing for court processes include:
Within a juvenile justice process
Within a care and protection process
Prepare for court processes will be carried out within requirements established by:
Legal and court systems
Commonwealth, and state legislation
International conventions relating to the rights of children and young persons
Organisation policy and procedures
Relevant program standards
Factual recordincludes:
Establishing the 'who, what, where, when and how' of incidents in descriptive terms
A level of detail where personal bias and prejudices are not evident
Established procedures include:
Writing affidavits
Preparing witness statements
Reports on recommendations for sentencing
Orders, as required by court
Gather evidenceand document includes:
Material that does not neglect leading, descriptive and factual questions
Arrangements to support attendance of witnesses in court include:
Transport arrangements
Briefing about etiquette and protocol of court process
Provide information to users of the court process includes:
Explaining court and legal process jargon to clients and significant others, ensuring that they have understood the implications of a court decision
Pre and post court briefing about etiquette and protocol of court processes and linkage to case plan and or future actions
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.
The contexts for preparing for court processes include:
Within a juvenile justice process
Within a care and protection process
Prepare for court processes will be carried out within requirements established by:
Legal and court systems
Commonwealth, and state legislation
International conventions relating to the rights of children and young persons
Organisation policy and procedures
Relevant program standards
Factual recordincludes:
Establishing the 'who, what, where, when and how' of incidents in descriptive terms
A level of detail where personal bias and prejudices are not evident
Established procedures include:
Writing affidavits
Preparing witness statements
Reports on recommendations for sentencing
Orders, as required by court
Gather evidenceand document includes:
Material that does not neglect leading, descriptive and factual questions
Arrangements to support attendance of witnesses in court include:
Transport arrangements
Briefing about etiquette and protocol of court process
Provide information to users of the court process includes:
Explaining court and legal process jargon to clients and significant others, ensuring that they have understood the implications of a court decision
Pre and post court briefing about etiquette and protocol of court processes and linkage to case plan and or future actions
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
This unit of competence must be assessed in the workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions
Consistency in performance should consider the complexity of court processes in which workers are expected to participate
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in community services should be aware of access, equity and human rights issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged
Resource requirements for assessment include access to:
an appropriate workplace or an environment capable of accurately simulating the workplace for assessment purposes
Method of assessment:
In cases where the learner does not have the opportunity to cover all relevant aspects in the work environment, the remainder should be assessed through realistic simulations, projects, previous relevant experience or oral questioning on 'What if?' scenarios
Assessment of this unit of competence will usually include observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on Essential knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes
Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a 'period of time' and/or in a 'number of locations', any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons
Related units:
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with related units:
CHCCM506B Undertake case management in a child protection framework
CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
This unit of competence must be assessed in the workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions
Consistency in performance should consider the complexity of court processes in which workers are expected to participate
Access and equity considerations:
All workers in community services should be aware of access, equity and human rights issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Context of and specific resources for assessment:
This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged
Resource requirements for assessment include access to:
an appropriate workplace or an environment capable of accurately simulating the workplace for assessment purposes
Method of assessment:
In cases where the learner does not have the opportunity to cover all relevant aspects in the work environment, the remainder should be assessed through realistic simulations, projects, previous relevant experience or oral questioning on 'What if?' scenarios
Assessment of this unit of competence will usually include observation of processes and procedures, oral and/or written questioning on Essential knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes
Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a 'period of time' and/or in a 'number of locations', any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons
Related units:
This unit should be assessed in conjunction with related units:
CHCCM506B Undertake case management in a child protection framework
CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3251 | CHCPROT4C | Prepare information for justice processes | Unit of competency |
