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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Elements define the essential outcomes.
2. Work in the context of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander history
   • Consider and respect local and national historical factors when working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and their communities
   • Consider the impact of social, political, economic and environmental factors on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and their health
3. Work in a culturally safe manner
   • Deliver services as directed in a culturally sensitive and safe manner and in line with organisation policies, regulatory requirements and community protocols
   • Maintain confidentiality of client information regardless of personal, family and community pressures or status
   • Consider and respect local community values, beliefs and gender roles when providing health care to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

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 evidence that the candidate has:

worked effectively with at least three Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients by:

- using culturally safe and appropriate communication, including verbal and body language and gestures, with clients

- treating information obtained about a client with respect and confidentiality

- performing own work role in providing services with respect and consideration for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, their histories, cultures and current issues.

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Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task, under supervision, outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role.

This includes knowledge of:

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health issues and community beliefs, values, protocols and views on health needs

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander history, including:

- history, social structures, beliefs and values of traditional and contemporary Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities in Australia

- effects of colonisation as experienced by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

- historical dilemmas faced by Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

history of primary health care and community-controlled health

basic principles of primary health care

impacts of government policies and legislation on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities

rights and responsibilities of clients and workers including code of conduct and duty of care

issues and challenges for local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities which may impact on work role and delivery of services.

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