CHCCCS023: The Candidate Must Show Evidence Of The Ability To Complete Tasks: Support Independence And Wellbeing-Disability Course Work, VU, Australia

PERFORMANCE EVIDENCE

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be demonstrated evidence that the candidate has:

• safely supported at least 3 people to enhance independence and wellbeing
• performed the activities outlined in the performance criteria of this unit during a period of at least 120 hours of direct support work in at least one aged care, home and community, disability or community service organization

KNOWLEDGE EVIDENCE

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

• basic human needs:

1. physical
2. psychological
3. spiritual
4. cultural
5. sexual

• concept of self-actualization
• human development across the lifespan
• wellbeing, including:

1. physical
2. psychological
3. social
4. spiritual
5. cultural
6. financial
7. career/occupation

• individual differences, how these may be interrelated and impact on support provided
• basic requirements for good health for the person, including:

1. mental health
2. nutrition and hydration
3. exercise
4. hygiene
5. lifestyle
6. oral health

• mental health issues and risk and protective factors
• indications of neglect or abuse:

1. physical
2. sexual
3. psychological
4. financial

• reporting requirements for suspected abuse situations
• service delivery models and standards
• relevant funding models
• issues that impact health and well being
• impacts of community values and attitudes, including myths and stereotypes
• issues surrounding sexuality and sexual expression
• indicators of emotional concerns and issues
• support strategies, resources, and networks
• legal and ethical requirements and how these are applied in an organization and individual practice, including:
• duty of care
• dignity of risk
• human rights
• discrimination
• mandatory reporting
• privacy, confidentiality, and disclosure
• work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations