Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role These include knowledge of: Impacts of family separation and attachment distress, and an ability to identify them through observation Understanding of developmental sequelae of separation and conflict Working knowledge of child development (social, physical, cognitive and emotional), lifespan development, attachment theory, developmental models, family systems theory and theories on the vulnerability and resilience of children in high level parental conflict contexts Grief and loss responses of children who have experienced high levels of parental conflict and separation Importance of peer relationships for children Communication models working with and engaging children Relationship and implications of family violence, substance use, mental illness, disability Legislation relevant to position and service Childs physical and emotional reactions to separation, conflict and violence, trauma Aspects of the case management processes relevant to position and organisation context Organisations policies, procedures and protocols in relation to child inclusive practice Principles and practice standards for working within the child's best interests Legal responsibilities and duty of care Child inclusive/centred practice strategies Indicators, effects and dynamics of abuse and neglect Parenting and family dynamics in different cultures Child rights to protection, active right to participate, to choose course of action and make decision at their level of ability Conflict of Interest, confidentiality and limitations of confidentiality in child inclusive practice Indicators of abuse, types of abuse, children who are particularly vulnerable and reporting systems Range of service options for referral Child psychopathology Psycho-emotional development of the child The inner world of the child and its expression through play and behaviour |