Essential skills: It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to: Maintain physical and emotional security and safety Interact with clients in appropriate ways Manage critical incidents and/or situations Maintain and use security systems Apply knowledge of organisation 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: Identify, interpret and adapt behaviour management theories, models and techniques Promote relapse prevention strategies and non-offending behaviour Demonstrate understanding of particular issues of the significant others of young offenders Communicate effectively with clients, families and members of justice system Utilise age appropriate behaviours and language Operate all relevant security equipment Demonstrate application of skills in: conflict management role modelling engaging involuntary clients engaging significant others first aid observation and assessing of behaviour Maintain documentation as required, including effective use of relevant information technology in line with occupational health and safety (OHS) guidelines |