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

Dynamics of adolescent offending

Dynamics of young offenders families peer group community

Legal implications and responsibilities of a juvenile justice worker

Bail and remand diversion processes

Effects of incarceration

Services and resources

Levels of authority and decisionmaking

Relevant policy and procedures

Relevant legislation

Legal resources available

Social issuesstatus of young people age ethnicity subculture access of educationemployment

Psychological issues and concepts

Essential skills

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to

Conduct interviews

Prepare court reports

Interpretanalyse interview data and information sources

Interpret legal and court processes and orders

Develop monitor and evaluate case plans

Demonstrate knowledge related to applicable agency and legislative requirements

Use typical processes listed in the Range Statement

In addition the candidate must be able 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 the ability to

Interpret legal ground for making decisions and legal procedures

Communicate effectively with clients significant others and members of justice system

Prepare court reports

Demonstrate application of skills in

planning and negotiation

interpretation of policies procedures and standards

networking negotiation and liaison with relevant parties

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 of competence must be assessed in the workplace and under the normal range of workplace conditions

Consistency in performance should consider the complexity of processes required for the facilitation of court orders

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 assessed independently however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged

Resource requirements for assessment include access to

an appropriate workplace or an environment capable of accurately simulating the workplace for assessment purposes

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

The contexts for facilitation of court orders include:

Facilitation of court orders will be carried out within requirements established by:

Relevant documentation includes:

Interviews include those with:

Decision-making is based on:

Monitoring compliance with legal mandates, a range of actions for non-compliance includes:

Take action on compliance includes:

Plan and monitor orders includes:

Resources needed include: