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Undertake child protection work within an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander framework

Undertake child protection work within an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander framework

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCPROT422A
State Code
D2688
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/09/2009
Field of Education
090501 - Social Work
Original Release Date
24/09/2009
Nominal Hours
50
Description
DescriptorThis unit deals with the skills and knowledge required to deliver services within the context of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander child protection services
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Apply understanding of cultural issues and complexities of working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and communities within a child protection context
  • 1.1 Identify historical, social, political, economic and environmental factors which impact on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in contemporary society.
  • 1.2 Identify intergenerational effects on past and current parenting, and relationships for families
  • 1.3 Identify barriers and the risk factors that impact on child safety provision to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people
2. Demonstrate an awareness of relevant sections of legislation which focus on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people
  • 2.1 Apply the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Child Placement Principle
  • 2.2 Identify the role of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander recognised entities within relevant legislation
  • 2.3 Identify culturally appropriate support and advocacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and their families
3. Work in a culturally safe manner
  • 3.1 Demonstrate a commitment to achieving access and equity in services for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
  • 3.2 Ensure services delivered support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and communities to be self-determined and empowered
  • 3.3 Deliver services safely as limited by own level of competence and responsibility and in line with organisation policies, regulatory requirements and community protocols
  • 3.4 Identify and report cultural factors that produce stress and have a potential to impact own work practices to organisation as appropriate to support service delivery and personal well being
4. Reflect an understanding of the role of recognised agencies
  • 4.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the role of the recognised entity
  • 4.2 Identify the roles of recognised entity in influencing child protection decision-making processes and use these appropriately within the context of own work role
  • 4.3 Identify strategies for sourcing cultural linkages and information relevant to the provision of out of home care for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander children and young people
  • 4.4 Establish and maintain networks with agencies associated with child protection services to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander well being
  • 4.5 Maintain confidentiality of client information
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