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Negotiate behaviour change

Negotiate behaviour change

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCINT011
State Code
ODO19
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/09/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/11/2021
Field of Education
090513 - Counselling
Original Release Date
05/11/2021
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish a working relationship with individual offenders in order to facilitate the setting and review of change goals according to agreed criteria. Offenders' change goals may be in relation to their:violent behavioursexual attitudesantisocial attitudes and beliefsunhealthy relationshipsemployment skills and/or qualificationssocial and interpersonal skillsindependent living and life skillsparenting skillsalcohol or substance use specific court and sentencing conditionsThis unit applies to those working with offenders in correctional services environments. 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 contact with offenders.A person undertaking this role may work autonomously or as part of a team with support from a range of established sources. The role is complex, drawing upon the candidate’s ability to extract, analyse and interpret information. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Develop a working relationship with offenders
  • 1.1 Analyse offender information by observing their behaviour and reading any available files or reports to obtain an accurate history
  • 1.2 Use a range of communication strategies with the offender to gather current information about their background and circumstances
  • 1.3 Interact with the offender to encourage personal reflection on behaviour and personal responsibility for behavioural change
  • 1.4 Provide factual, clear and objective information to the offender
  • 1.5 Maintain professional relationships with the offender
  • 1.6 Identify obstacles to establishing professional relationships with the offender
  • 1.7 Record and report information relevant to intervention contact with the offender
2 Facilitate setting of change goals
  • 2.1 Discuss with the offender their role in determining and achieving their own goals
  • 2.2 Encourage the offender to identify and analyse factors that have contributed to past behaviour
  • 2.3 Assess options for the offender's goals and outcomes for change
  • 2.4 Identify unrealistic expectations, challenge negative attitudes and unhelpful objectives and re-negotiate plans
  • 2.5 Confirm information and resources required by the offender to set their goals and provide resources
  • 2.6 Assist the offender to determine what support they will need and how they will get this support
3 Set change goals and negotiate plan review criteria
  • 3.1 Negotiate a realistic timetable for the achievement of each goal with the offender
  • 3.2 Determine the evidence that will be used to indicate that goals have been achieved through negotiation with the offender
  • 3.3 Confirm that contact with the offender and support provided complies with organisational policies and procedures
  • 3.4 Negotiate and record agreement with the offender on how progress will be reviewed and how the outcomes of achieving or not achieving goals will be addressed/measured
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUZ34 CSCINT001 Negotiate behaviour change Unit of competency