This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit

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

Current practices philosophies and theories including

the social model of disability

the impact of social devaluation on an individuals quality of life

competency and image enhancement as a means of addressing devaluation

practices which focus on the individual person

strengthsbased practice

active support

personcentred practice

rightful place in community

community education and capacity building

self determination

Foundation knowledge of lifespan development

Concepts and their relationship including

vulnerability

power

independence

Basic knowledge of assessment processes relating to skills development and maintenance

Knowledge of assessments processes and protocols used by the organisationservice

Understanding of communication needs strategies and resources

Principles of access and equity

Principles and practices of confidentiality

Tools equipment and other resources used in the learning process

Various teaching and learning strategies

Strategies for identifying and maximising informal learning opportunities

Services and resources available to people with special learning needs

Basic knowledge of

task analysis

prompting principles of prompting and fading prompting

strategies to create independence

reinforcers

motivators to learn

common demotivators and blocks

Understanding of maintenance techniques and generalisation

Understanding of incidental learning

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Communicate effectively with people with a range of different disabilities

Use communication techniques devices that meet the clients communication needs

Identify skill and competency requirements

Apply skills in interpersonal communication with clients and other stakeholders

Demonstrate understanding of and adherence to own work role and responsibilities

Follow organisation policies and protocols

Liaise and report to relevant personnel

Demonstrate and apply knowledge of learning and development in order to implement skills development plans for a person with a disability

Collaborate and network with a variety of personnel in order to achieve learning and development objectives

Use communication techniques that encourage and motivate

Demonstrate appropriate prompting during training session

Demonstrate appropriate application of reinforcers during training session

Demonstrate understanding of incidental learning opportunities

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

This unit will be most appropriately assessed in the workplace or in a simulated workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions

It is recommended that assessment or information for assessment will be conducted or gathered over a period of time and cover the normal range of workplace situation and settings

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 andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit can be delivered and 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 take place or simulation of realistic workplace setting for assessment

Method of assessment

In cases where the learner does not have the opportunity to cover all relevant aspects in the work environment the remainder should be assessed through realistic simulations projects previous relevant experience or oral questioning on What if scenarios

Assessment of this unit of competence will usually include observation of processes and procedures oral andor written questioning on Essential knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes

Where performance is not directly observed andor is required to be demonstrated over a period of time andor in a number of locations any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues supervisors clients or other appropriate persons

Current philosophies, theories and practices includes:

Skills may include:

People with disability may include:

Contexts may include:

Skills development may be in:

Learning strategies may include:

Relevant others may include: