Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
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22/07/2026 6:19 AM AWST
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Establish strategic guidance for correctional services
Establish strategic guidance for correctional services
Unit of competency
National Code
CSCORG604A
CSCORG604A
State Code
S6005
S6005
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/07/2014
Field of Education
080307 - Organisation Management
Original Release Date
22/07/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to develop and manage the strategic components of the organisation's mission and services.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Create a shared vision to give purpose to the work of the organisation.
- 1.1 Ensure that consultations with management and key stakeholders on the vision of the organisation are open, realistic and designed to engage their support.
- 1.2 Ensure that the proposed vision takes into account the requirements, expectations and interests of management and key stakeholders.
- 1.3 Check that the proposed vision reflects the nature and values of the organisation and its role in the justice environment.
- 1.4 Check that the vision is challenging and achievable.
- 1.5 Ensure that the vision helps members and staff to focus their contributions creatively and relate their values and principles to those of the organisation.
- 1.6 Ensure that the proposed vision includes consideration of trends and opportunities and is reviewed regularly in light of developments in the community and in the justice environment.
2Formulate objectives and strategies to guide the work of the organisation.
- 2.1 Provide opportunities for staff at all levels in the organisation to participate creatively in the development of organisational objectives and strategies.
- 2.2 Promote team commitment and ownership of organisational objectives and strategies.
- 2.3 Ensure that objectives and strategies are consistent with organisation's culture, philosophy, purpose and vision.
- 2.4 Ensure that objectives are attainable in realistic timeframes and with available resources.
- 2.5 Ensure that objectives and strategies contain sufficient detail to allow the planning and development of specific programs of work.
- 2.6 Ensure that objectives and strategies take account of constraints and contingencies.
- 2.7 Ensure that objectives are measurable and achievable and include criteria to assess performance.
- 2.8 Ensure that objectives and strategies take account of research of trends and developments and anticipated change in the corrections and justice field.
3Negotiate support for strategies.
- 3.1 Use consultation processes that promote support and commitment from key stakeholders.
- 3.2 Resolve opposition and differences through compromise that is realistic, balances competing interests and acknowledges the legitimacy of difference.
- 3.3 Use consultation processes and presentations designed to attract the support of key stakeholders.
- 3.4 Anticipate and minimise potential problems and obstacles.
- 3.5 Maintain regular contact with key stakeholders to promote ongoing support and to anticipate issues for resolution.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Vision of the organisation should be defined by:
mission statement
philosophy
operating principles
values
policies
strategic plans.
Objectives and strategies should include:
long-term and broad
medium-term and specific to operational requirements
short-term and specific to address threats and opportunities.
Vision of the organisation should be defined by:
mission statement
philosophy
operating principles
values
policies
strategic plans.
Objectives and strategies should include:
long-term and broad
medium-term and specific to operational requirements
short-term and specific to address threats and 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.
Overview of assessment
Evidence for assessment must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of employability skills as they relate to this unit
ability to provide strategic guidance in correctional services in a range of (two or more) contexts or occasions, over time.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered by an individual responsible for providing strategic guidance in correctional services, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine
copies of legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to strategic planning and guidance within the organisation
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of performance in routine workplace activities within a range of agreed responsibilities and in various work locations
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, and any identified special needs of the candidate, including language and literacy implications and cultural factors that may affect responses to the questions.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Overview of assessment
Evidence for assessment must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of employability skills as they relate to this unit
ability to provide strategic guidance in correctional services in a range of (two or more) contexts or occasions, over time.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered by an individual responsible for providing strategic guidance in correctional services, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine
copies of legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to strategic planning and guidance within the organisation
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of performance in routine workplace activities within a range of agreed responsibilities and in various work locations
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, and any identified special needs of the candidate, including language and literacy implications and cultural factors that may affect responses to the questions.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUZ43 | CSCORG026 | Establish strategic guidance for correctional services | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W997 | CSC60112 | Advanced Diploma of Correctional Management | Qualification |