Unit of competency Outline

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Facilitate groups for individual outcomes

Facilitate groups for individual outcomes

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCICS405A
State Code
D2572
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
16/09/2009
Field of Education
090513 - Counselling
Original Release Date
16/09/2009
Nominal Hours
40
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required by the worker to plan and conduct group activities to meet individual group member outcomes
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan for group sessions
  • 1.1 Confirm information about the purpose of group sessions from appropriate community and health workers
  • 1.2 Obtain information about the desired individual outcomes
  • 1.3 Identify requirements outside scope of role and responsibilities as defined by the organisation and refer to supervisor
  • 1.4 Identify and confirm impact of the group activities to the person's overall plan
  • 1.5 Determine individual appropriateness according to their profile
  • 1.6 Determine group member's availability according to organisation protocols
2. Prepare for group sessions
  • 2.1 Prepare group activities that are consistent with group member needs and recognise abilities and limitations of each person
  • 2.2 Prepare group activities that are consistent with the interests, preferences and beliefs of group members
  • 2.3 Prepare group activities with consideration of group members' pace and timing requirements
  • 2.4 Prepare group activities according to the size and composition of the group
  • 2.5 Prepare group sessions to maximise the involvement of all group members
  • 2.6 Establish a balance between tasks to be accomplished and the group process
  • 2.7 Identify possible risk to successful group activities and adjust plan to minimise risk
  • 2.8 Confirm group session plan with supervisor
  • 2.9 Gather and/or prepare materials required for the group session and check for safety and suitability
3. Conduct group sessions
  • 3.1 Arrange the environment to encourage full participation by all group members
  • 3.2 Seek agreement on the purpose, process and intended outcomes of the group activity with the group
  • 3.3 Discuss the group activity with the group to encourage as much participation as possible
  • 3.4 If appropriate, work with the group to establish ground rules
  • 3.5 Provide each group member with the necessary information, materials and support to participate in the group activity
  • 3.6 Ensure that the manner, level and pace of communication is appropriate for each group member
  • 3.7 Communicate with group members in a manner most likely to promote cooperation, dignity and self-esteem and encourage participation
  • 3.8 Use group skills to ensure the involvement of all group members
  • 3.9 Identify potential conflict within the group and manage to ensure ongoing involvement of individuals in group activities
  • 3.10 Monitor individual progress and provide constructive feedback to individual group member
  • 3.11 Follow process and directions to evaluate outcomes of the group session
4. Complete documentation
  • 4.1 Comply with the organisation's reporting requirements
  • 4.2 Complete documentation according to organisation policy and protocols
  • 4.3 Maintain documentation in a manner consistent with reporting requirements
  • 4.4 File documentation organisation policy and protocols
  • 4.5 Where appropriate, include report of absences from group activities for risk management purposes
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WC927 CHCICS405B Facilitate groups for individual outcomes Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
D309 CHC50508 Diploma of Leisure and Health Qualification