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Work in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander primary health care context

Work in an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander primary health care context

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAHW005
State Code
WG656
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
06/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/08/2014
Field of Education
061305 - Indigenous Health
Original Release Date
12/08/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to deliver primary health care services within the context of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health. It provides an understanding of historical, political and other significant factors impacting on the current health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities. This unit applies to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers working as part, and under the supervision, of a multidisciplinary primary health care team to provide a range of primary health care services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify factors impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health and the delivery of primary health care services
  • 1.1 Consider the national and local history of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people as a factor in primary health care work
  • 1.2 Consider the impact of social, political, spiritual, economic and environmental factors on the health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
2. Apply primary health care principles
  • 2.1 Ensure primary health care principles underpin service provision and work practices
  • 2.2 Deliver services that support self-determination and empowerment in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and communities
  • 2.3 Demonstrate commitment to achieving access and equity in health services for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
  • 2.4 Establish and maintain networks with health care agencies and associated services to support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health care
3. Work in a culturally appropriate and safe manner
  • 3.1 Consider and respect local community values, beliefs and gender roles when providing health care to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
  • 3.2 Deliver health services safely in line with organisation policies, regulatory requirements and community protocols
  • 3.3 Apply cultural safety protocols in the implementation of government policies, research and data collection, and the delivery of services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
  • 3.4 Identify any cultural factors that produce stress, impact personal wellbeing or have a potential to impact on own work practices, and report as appropriate
4. Apply Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health policies and resources
  • 4.1 Identify relevant aspects of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health strategies, policies, bodies and resources
  • 4.2 Ensure policies and resources are applied in line with identified needs of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and communities
  • 4.3 Identify barriers to access and equity in relation to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health
  • 4.4 Take available opportunities to advocate on behalf of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and/or communities
  • 4.5 Reflect on work practices in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community-controlled organisations and on current strategies, programs and models that address Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander primary health care issues
  • 4.6 Maintain confidentiality of client information
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5653 HLTAHW301B Work in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health care context Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEO85 HLTAWOR002 Work in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander primary health care Unit of competency