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Provide intervention support to children and families

Provide intervention support to children and families

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCRF402B
State Code
D2706
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
17/07/2014
Field of Education
090501 - Social Work
Original Release Date
17/07/2014
Nominal Hours
45
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required to work with families to identify issues that require early intervention for reducing risk and developing capacity for increased effectiveness as a family unit
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Operate within a professional network
  • 1.1 Seek professional opinions from informed others when analysing presenting issues
  • 1.2 Manage presenting issues within a case work framework
  • 1.3 Confirm family intervention strategies with the professional support network
2. Structure the access and interaction with the family
  • 2.1 Negotiate access to individuals and the family unit
  • 2.2 Demonstrate respect for all family members
  • 2.3 Assure the safety of family members
  • 2.4 Structure interaction to provide opportunities for family members to participate in decision-making
3. Identify constraints/barriers to family effectiveness
  • 3.1 Assess social interaction with the community
  • 3.2 Review financial management
  • 3.3 Observe and discuss parenting methods
  • 3.4 Observe and discuss family relationship issues
  • 3.5 Review household management
  • 3.6 Identify current methods for dealing with stress
4. Identify options with family members
  • 4.1 Identify key areas where changes are required and agree with involved family members
  • 4.2 With the family, develop a plan of action to implement agreed options for change
  • 4.3 With family members, explore factors that could influence their preference and ability to achieve a course of action/change
  • 4.4 Discuss agreed actions for change and confirm with supervising professionals
5. Identify resources to assist the family
  • 5.1 Support the family/family member in decision-making to assess and access the resources required
  • 5.2 Brief professional support on family's issues and options within case management framework
  • 5.3 Refer the family/individual family member to professionals who will participate in implementing the action plan
6. Support agreed actions
  • 6.1 Provide education to develop skills in areas such as parenting, household management, stress management and conflict management as required
  • 6.2 Review progress of the success of any intervention within the case management framework
RANGE STATEMENT

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.


Families may include:
All social constructions of family


Working with clients will be carried out within requirements established by:
Relevant legislation and statutory requirements
International conventions relating to the rights of individuals
Organisation policy and codes of conduct
Relevant program standards
Professional association codes of conduct and ethical and ethical positions


Establishing a relationship with clients will be carried out within requirements established by:
Relevant international conventions on civil, human rights
Cultural protocols, taboos and systems
Organisation mission, philosophy and practices
EVIDENCE GUIDE

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this unit of competency:
The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills
Evidence must include observation of performance in the work environment or in a simulated work setting


Access and equity considerations:
All workers in community services should be aware of access, equity and human rights issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
In recognition of particular issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities


Context of and specific resources for assessment:
This unit can be assessed independently, however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged
Resources required for assessment of this unit include access to:
an appropriate workplace where assessment can be conducted or simulation of realistic workplace setting for assessment
equipment and resources normally used in the workplace


Method of assessment may include:
Observations
Questioning
Evidence gathered from the workplace environment
Demonstration over a period of time to ensure consistency of performance
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S3265 CHCRF2A Provide intervention support to children and families Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWA92 CHCFAM010 Provide intervention support to families Unit of competency