List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Prepare for client meeting | 1.1 Obtain and analyse information about the client to inform the initial goal setting and planning meeting with the client 1.2 Use organisational tools to guide the assessment of the client information and their needs 1.3 Evaluate client support requirements and determine appropriate setting for conducting the planning meeting 1.4 Prepare client for the meeting and contact to arrange meeting according to organisational procedures |
2. Conduct goal setting and planning conversation | 2.1 Explain the purpose and desired outcomes of the goal setting and planning meeting using appropriate approaches for working with clients 2.2 Assist clients to identify their goals, aspirations, current life circumstances and desired supports 2.3 Provide information and assistance as required during the meeting 2.4 Document agreed outcome focused goals and supports in an appropriate format for the client |
3. Prepare and finalise client plan | 3.1 Review all available information to identify level and type of supports required by the client 3.2 Determine if a specialist needs assessment is required and make the request according to organisational criteria and procedures 3.3 Explore options for implementing and managing the plan according to client choice and control principles 3.4 Assess actual and potential risks and safeguards relating to the plan in consultation with the client 3.5 Determine and obtain client agreement on a plan that outlines supports, funds and management arrangements 3.6 Document the rationale for the plan and ensure sufficient, relevant evidence is provided according to organisational procedures 3.7 Communicate the final approved plan and rationale for decisions to the client using the most appropriate language, terms and modes of communication |
4. Follow review and appeal procedures | 4.1 Consider any requests for a review of decisions in accordance with clients' rights 4.2 Assist clients with information about review and appeal processes as required 4.3 Make changes to the original decision where appropriate within delegated authority and according to organisational procedures |
5. Monitor and review client plans | 5.1 Monitor plan implementation including allocated funding if relevant according to organisational policies and procedures 5.2 Conduct a review of the plan in conjunction with the client by the specified review date or where requested by the client 5.3 Revise or create a new plan if required in conjunction with the client in accordance with organisational policies and procedures |
Evidence of the ability to:
access, source and maintain current information relating to relevant legislation and organisational procedures
use relationship based approaches to facilitate goal setting for clients
prepare, finalise and review client plans
apply the underpinning principles of relevant regulations and organisational guidelines in working with clients and other stakeholders.
Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.
To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:
describe the role of the delegate or representative and the client in developing statements of goals and aspirations
outline the key principles that underpin relevant regulations in relation to planning, assessment and review processes
outline principles of client choice and control and their application to setting and achieving goals
describe strategies for tailoring relationship based approaches when working with clients
describe the application of a strength based approach when determining goals and aspirations
outline approaches used in setting goals and measuring outcomes
outline ways in which risks and safeguards can be discussed with clients
explain types and levels of safeguards and strategies that can be implemented to reduce or manage a client's potential exposure to harm
outline the types of supports that could be provided by:
support network
family
community
mainstream
internal services
explain guidelines and principles relating to privacy, confidentiality and consent
outline the circumstances and procedures relating to review and appeal including internal and external processes.
Assessment must be conducted in a safe environment where evidence gathered demonstrates consistent performance of typical activities experienced in the personal injury management field of work and include access to:
office equipment, technology, software and consumables
organisational tools, records, policies and procedures.
Assessors of this unit must satisfy the requirements for assessors in applicable vocational education and training legislation, frameworks and/or standards.