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Protect the safety and welfare of young people who have offended

Protect the safety and welfare of young people who have offended

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCOFM027
State Code
OBO48
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/03/2020
Field of Education
090599 - Human Welfare Studies And Services, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
20/03/2020
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to protect the safety and welfare of young offenders in custody.It requires the ability to assess the needs and organise the care and protection of young offenders at risk.This unit applies to individuals working in custodial settings where they are responsible for the supervision of young offenders.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 young offenders and allocation of offenders to programs.Statutory/legislative requirements apply to this unit and may vary across states and territories. Users are required to check with the relevant jurisdiction for current requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify the needs of young offenders in custody
  • 1.1 Check and confirm the needs, risks, cultural background and circumstances of young offenders with relevant sources including responsible adults and agencies
  • 1.2 Identify and document immediate concerns and risk factors and report to the relevant person/s in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 1.3 Assess and prioritise concerns, risk factors and resources, and refer offenders to specialist support
  • 1.4 Document issues relating to the welfare of young offenders and ensure notes are clear and accurate
2 Organise the care and protection of young offenders at risk
  • 2.1 Check the personal needs of young offenders are provided for according to resources and priorities
  • 2.2 Check needs and additional support are included in the design of support
  • 2.3 Refer young offenders with needs to specialist support in accordance with referral protocols and workplace policies and procedures
  • 2.4 Use special protective strategies based on the interests and needs of young offenders and the level of assessed risk
  • 2.5 Assess the implications for the use of a range of care options and incorporate in planning and negotiating with young offenders and their supporters
  • 2.6 Identify a range of programs for young offenders and provide information and support to access recommended programs to relevant person/s
  • 2.7 Provide information about responsibilities, statutory mandates and consequences of options for the safety and protection of young offenders to key people and agencies
  • 2.8 Comply with processes for monitoring and evaluating participation by young offenders in programs and support provided by specialist services
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUZ26 CSCOFM007 Protect the safety and welfare of young offenders Unit of competency