Assessor Resource

HLTHIR505D
Provide leadership in promoting effective work practices in health

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to work in a range of organisations within the broad context of health service provision

Application of this unit should be contextualised to reflect specific workplace requirements and practices

This unit covers the skills required to provide leadership in establishing ethical and high quality work practices, to others working within the health industry. Leadership can be provided and/or modeled to clinic staff or allied professionals

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not Applicable

Employability Skills

This unit contains Employability Skills



Evidence Required

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.

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.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate this competency unit:

The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills

Consistency of performance should be demonstrated over the required range of situations relevant to the particular workplace

Access and equity considerations:

All workers in the health industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work

All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment

In recognition of particular health issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, workers should be aware of cultural, historical and current issues impacting on health of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on health of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and communities

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit.

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

This includes knowledge of:

Ethical and legal implications of work

Measures for managing and monitoring infection control

Processes for developing and managing workplace policies and procedures relating to specific aspects of work performance including:

correct hygiene procedures

discipline procedures

management of unsatisfactory performance

Time management strategies to set priorities

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability 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

This includes the ability to:

Appropriately communicate and coach on ethical decision making and consultation

Develop staff knowledge and application of WHS and hazard identification

Integrate learning from the broader health profession into improved work practices

Manage workplace issues and problems

Provide leadership in the development and communication of policies and procedures

Take into account and promote appropriate use of opportunities to address waste minimisation, environmental responsibility and sustainable practice issues, including practices to ensure efficient use of resources

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. 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.

Issues relevant to client rights and responsibilities may include:

Access to appropriate and equitable care

Personal dignity

Privacy, confidentiality and consent

Personal safety and security

Knowledge of the identity and professional status of individuals providing services

Behaviour of relatives and friends

Provision of accurate information

Keeping appointments

Complying with instructions

Respect for the rights of other clients and staff

Type of work role should consider:

Level of responsibility (ie sole practitioner or employer)

Clinic guidelines

Individual awards and benchmarks

Legal/legislation relevant to work area

Accreditation standards

Workplace context may be:

Public or private practice

Community or regional service

Specialised service or organisation

Designated skill development includes:

Hazard control

Manual handling

First aid

Cultural awareness

Infection control

CPR

Emergency response

Quality improvement

Discrimination

Grievance

Waste management

Customer service

Communication

Others

Standards may include:

Industry standards

WHS

Qualification standards

Relevant health regulations

Personal hygiene may include:

Washing hands according to specified standards

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Standard and additional precautions

Clean uniforms worn correctly

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Establish and manage processes to ensure confidentiality of client information is maintained 
Actively follow up and rectify indications of variance from the agreed ethical practices 
Model work practices that show respect for client and staff rights to set the tone of the workplace 
Develop and display code of ethics for the workplace to support a professional delivery of services which are responsive to cultural and individual differences 
Monitor and audit the understanding and application of the principles of duty of care in all relevant work activities 
Develop, communicate and monitor relevant procedures, policies, awards, standards and legislation for compliance 
Identify own skill development needs to contribute to innovation and best practice service delivery across the profession 
Identify and communicate relevant skill development opportunities to others to encourage their professional development 
Utilise designated skill development activities including induction and training where necessary 
Develop and implement where relevant practices to maintain own workplace health in accordance with work health and safety (WHS) guidelines including infection control 
Seek advice and assistance from legitimate sources as and when appropriate to improve work performance 
Adjust work practices to incorporate advice that addresses performance issues in order to maintain agreed work outcomes 
Encourage and support others to manage own levels of stress and fatigue to ensure ability to work safely 
Embrace and communicate relevant accreditation and other standards to support the delivery of agreed service standards 
Routinely review performance against agreed standards 
Develop and maintain partnerships with stakeholders such as the client, the broader community and other professional health service providers, to measure the satisfaction with the quality of health services 
Maintain personal hygiene according to organisation requirements 
Regularly review reporting and take appropriate action to deal with potential infectious and other workplace hazards 

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