Unit of competency Outline
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Use group processes to address offending behaviour
Use group processes to address offending behaviour
Unit of competency
National Code
CSCINT502A
CSCINT502A
State Code
S5957
S5957
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2014
Field of Education
090513 - Counselling
Original Release Date
22/07/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to direct the activities, outcomes and processes of a group of offenders for the purpose of achieving the goals of programs designed to address offending behaviour and reduce re-offending.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Assess offenders' needs and programs.
- 1.1 Consult the history and background of referred offenders and assess their suitability for the program.
- 1.2 Use information about offenders to allocate them to a group according to needs of the offenders and conditions of the programs.
- 1.3 Identify the need for additional groups or programs and check with program purpose and resources.
2Design and coordinate a program of activities.
- 2.1 Check current commitments in time and resources for flexibility and capacity to expand.
- 2.2 Check the objectives, outcomes and processes of group programs for consistency with the organisation's policies and objectives and program outcomes.
- 2.3 Plan a structured sequence of activities and timetable to achieve the objective of the group program within the resources available.
- 2.4 Consult team members for feedback on the planned program and indications of support.
- 2.5 Identify resources needed for the program and allocate according to priorities and availability.
3Manage process and outcomes of the group.
- 3.1 Provide information to group in a language and style they will understand.
- 3.2 Negotiate group rules and confirm agreement with group to encourage commitment, cooperation and active participation.
- 3.3 Check the background of members of the group for indicators of concerns, patterns of behaviour, strengths and barriers and consider these in the approach taken.
- 3.4 Encourage members of groups to take responsibility for agreement on objectives, targets and outcomes.
- 3.5 Plan the location of the group meetings to promote comfort, trust, privacy, energy and focus.
- 3.6 Direct the strengths and energy of the group to maintain positive direction, cooperation and achievements.
- 3.7 Encourage active participation and appropriate responses and model positive behaviour through the selection of effective communication techniques.
- 3.8 Monitor behaviour and mood of members for signals, and anticipate and provide appropriate responses.
- 3.9 Provide clear and relevant information to the group at a suitable language and comprehension level.
- 3.10 Analyse own values for their impact on own attitudes and interactions and to detect and avoid personalising issues, discrimination and stereotyping.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the performance criteria is detailed below. 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.
History and background may be gathered by examining information, including:
offending history
previously programmed intervention
classification and review
court and sentencing conditions
need and risk assessment
reports from specialists
protective care history
routine and specific reports
review of sentence plan and conditions
monitoring of behaviour and security supervision.
History and background may be gathered by examining information, including:
offending history
previously programmed intervention
classification and review
court and sentencing conditions
need and risk assessment
reports from specialists
protective care history
routine and specific reports
review of sentence plan and conditions
monitoring of behaviour and security supervision.
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.
Overview of assessment
Evidence for assessment must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of employability skills as they relate to this unit
ability to apply group processes to address offending behaviour in a range of (two or more) contexts or occasions, over time.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered by an individual responsible for conducting group work with offenders to address offending behaviour issues as part of a coordinated team, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine
copies of legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to using group processes to address offending behaviour
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of performance in routine workplace activities within a range of agreed responsibilities and in various work locations
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, and any identified special needs of the candidate, including language and literacy implications and cultural factors that may affect responses to the questions.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Overview of assessment
Evidence for assessment must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of employability skills as they relate to this unit
ability to apply group processes to address offending behaviour in a range of (two or more) contexts or occasions, over time.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered by an individual responsible for conducting group work with offenders to address offending behaviour issues as part of a coordinated team, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine
copies of legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to using group processes to address offending behaviour
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of performance in routine workplace activities within a range of agreed responsibilities and in various work locations
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, and any identified special needs of the candidate, including language and literacy implications and cultural factors that may affect responses to the questions.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUZ11 | CSCINT007 | Use group processes to address offending behaviour | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W996 | CSC50112 | Diploma of Correctional Administration | Qualification |