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: Statutory and policy requirements relating to job role Ethical obligations as stated in relevant codes of practice, licensing, accreditation registration to professional bodies, service agreements Ethical approaches that incorporate the conventions on the rights of the child, and human rights Responsibilities to clearly define worker and client roles and responsibilities in regard to ethical conduct and professional relationship boundaries State/territory requirements and processes for notifying suspected abuse and reporting process Child protection system: including reporting protocols, responses to reporting, interagency policies Organisation guidelines and policies for responding to risks of harm to children and young people Duty of care responsibilities Ethical obligations as defined by the job specification and employing organisaiton Principles of ethical decision-making Recording procedures appropriate to job role Common risks to child's safety Indicators of the different types and dynamics of abuse including as they apply to age, gender, disability, culture, sexuality The different types of abuse: serious psychological, physical, sexual, neglect, domestic violence Impact of risk of harm Appropriate responses to disclosure Overview of legal system and it pertains to the job role Outline of common legal issues as relevant to work undertaken with children and young people such as: abuse in all forms domestic and family violence neglect exploitation alcohol and other drugs (AOD) concerns systems abuse |