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Establish strategic guidance for correctional services

Establish strategic guidance for correctional services

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCORG026
State Code
AUZ43
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/12/2015
Field of Education
080307 - Organisation Management
Original Release Date
17/12/2015
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish strategic guidance for correctional services. It includes creating a shared vision to give purpose to the work of the organisation, formulating objectives and strategies to guide the work of the organisation and negotiating support for strategies.This unit applies to those working in a management role within justice services.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.Those undertaking this unit work autonomously, intuitively accessing and evaluating support from a broad range of sources. The role requires high level conceptualisation, analysis and negotiation skills.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Create a shared vision to give purpose to the work of the organisation
  • 1.1 Ensure consultations with management and key stakeholders on the vision of the organisation are open, realistic and designed to engage their support
  • 1.2 Ensure the proposed vision considers the requirements, expectations and interests of management and key stakeholders
  • 1.3 Confirm the proposed vision reflects the nature and values of the organisation and its role in the justice environment
  • 1.4 Check the vision guides and supports employees to relate their values and principles to those of the organisation
  • 1.5 Ensure the proposed vision includes consideration of trends and opportunities and is reviewed regularly in light of developments in the community and in the justice environment
2 Formulate objectives and strategies to guide the work of the organisation
  • 2.1 Provide opportunities for employees at all levels in the organisation to participate creatively in the development of organisational objectives and strategies
  • 2.2 Promote team commitment and ownership of organisational objectives and strategies
  • 2.3 Check objectives and strategies are consistent with organisation’s culture, philosophy, purpose and vision
  • 2.4 Confirm objectives are attainable in realistic timeframes and with available resources
  • 2.5 Verify objectives and strategies contain sufficient detail to allow the planning and development of specific programs of work
  • 2.6 Ensure objectives and strategies take account of constraints and contingencies
  • 2.7 Confirm objectives are measurable and achievable and include criteria to assess performance
  • 2.8 Ensure objectives and strategies take account of research of trends and developments and anticipated changes in the corrections and justice field
3 Negotiate support for strategies
  • 3.1 Use consultation processes that promote support and commitment from key stakeholders
  • 3.2 Resolve opposition and differences through compromise that is realistic, balances competing interests and acknowledges the legitimacy of difference
  • 3.3 Use consultation processes and presentations designed to attract the support of key stakeholders
  • 3.4 Anticipate and minimise potential problems and obstacles
  • 3.5 Maintain regular contact with key stakeholders to promote ongoing support and to anticipate issues for resolution
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6005 CSCORG604A Establish strategic guidance for correctional services Unit of competency