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Undertake youth work in specific communities

Undertake youth work in specific communities

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCYTH019
State Code
OEK11
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
03/07/2023
Field of Education
090505 - Youth Work
Original Release Date
03/07/2023
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work effectively with young people in specific communities, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities, schools, rural and remote communities, and in other specific community settings.It includes the use of individual, group and community development processes to address issues of concern for young people in those communities.This unit applies to youth work in the context of diverse groups of young people and communities.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Become familiar with the cultural safety of the specific community.
  • 1.1. Identify the historical, social, political, economic and environmental factors that impact on the community.
  • 1.2. Foster relationships with members of the community to support understanding of values, beliefs and privileges of the specific community culture.
  • 1.3. Identify how relationships, communication and power structures work within the community.
  • 1.4. Identify the key stakeholders and decision-makers within the community.
2. Identify the place of young people within the specific community.
  • 2.1. Establish and maintain networks and relationships with the key stakeholders in the community.
  • 2.2. Research the experiences, key issues and concerns of young people in the community.
  • 2.3. Identify the expectations of young people and other key stakeholders of your role within the community.
3. Identify issues of common interest.
  • 3.1. Support young people to safely express their views.
  • 3.2. Identify areas of common concern and difference within the community.
  • 3.3. Seek out the key community allies who share young people’s concerns.
  • 3.4. Identify barriers to access and equity in relation to young people.
  • 3.5. Make referrals to address individual issues within duty of care requirements.
  • 3.6. Identify and discuss ideas to address issues of common concern and create opportunities for young people.
4. Work with young people in the community.
  • 4.1. Identify effective models, strategies and programs that address young people’s issues in community work.
  • 4.2. Plan and deliver services safely according to organisational policies and procedures, regulatory requirements and community protocols.
  • 4.3. Respect local community values, beliefs and roles when providing services.
  • 4.4. Apply strategies and policies to address identified needs of young people in communities.
  • 4.5. Take available opportunities to advocate on behalf of young people within communities.
  • 4.6. Maintain confidentiality of person’s information.
  • 4.7. Accurately document interventions and evaluate and report outcomes in line with organisational policies and procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG832 CHCYTH007 Undertake youth work in specific communities Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AYY6 CHC81215 Graduate Certificate In Statutory Child Protection Qualification
BPA4 CHC50425 Diploma of Youth Work Qualification
BII9 CHC50421 Diploma of Youth Work Qualification