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Work with clients with unique needs

Work with clients with unique needs

Unit of competency
National Code
CHCCS601B
State Code
D2358
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
24/11/2010
Field of Education
090513 - Counselling
Original Release Date
24/11/2010
Nominal Hours
70
Description
DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required by higher skill workers who undertake specialised work with clients with exceptional needs and with complex and multiple issues, including working with offenders with a disability
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Conduct complex assessment
  • 1.1 Identify and apply appropriate assessment tools to evaluate complex clients need/s
  • 1.2 Apply a risk management approach to client assessment
  • 1.3 Identify health implications for clients
  • 1.4 Identify educational and developmental needs of client
  • 1.5 Determine the need for additional communication support for the client
  • 1.6 Access information from a range of sources to determine services available to support client needs
  • 1.7 Determine emotional, social and other needs of the client
  • 1.8 Consult with the client and significant others throughout the assessment process
2. Design and apply appropriate strategies and program/s
  • 2.1 Use the assessment outcomes to design an intervention and support strategy
  • 2.2 Identify and access information from a range of sources to determine services available to support client/s needs
  • 2.3 Design a comprehensive plan including appropriate referrals
  • 2.4 Incorporate contingency and risk management strategies into the plan
  • 2.5 Communicate appropriately with the individual, significant others, colleagues and support staff
3. Monitor and evaluate the plan
  • 3.1 Identify and implement strategies to monitor the effectiveness of the approaches taken
  • 3.2 Maintain relevant data and keep accurate records to monitor the effectiveness of the plan
  • 3.3 Review outcomes of the plan and make adjustments as needed
  • 3.4 Review and adapt risk management strategies as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S3075 CHCCS601A Work with clients with unique needs Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WB68 CHCCS601C Work with clients with unique needs Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
D316 CHC51208 Diploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention Qualification
D327 CHC60108 Advanced Diploma of Disability Work Qualification