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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Determine nature of client inquiry and access, resources / services, if appropriate
   • Identify referral options
   • Advise client of information and arrange interview
   • Review current/previous application and/or tenancies
   • Consider supporting documentation from client or relevant supporting agencies
2. Explain and implement assistance policy with applicant
   • Interview applicant with appropriate support people as identified
   • Complete assessment checklist or equivalent, explaining process to client
3. Assess eligibility against criteria
   • Apply relevant assessment guidelines to determine eligibility
   • Determine level of assistance to be given
   • Document decision according to guidelines
   • Determine and document out-of-guidelines decisions according to policy
   • Advise applicant appropriately of assessment outcome

Required Skills

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 These include knowledge of Factors affecting need for rental assistance Relevant policy procedures legislation and statutory mandates Cultural protocols and systems Communication and decisionmaking processes Relevant documentation protocols Range of available services

Essential skills It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to Calculate level of assistance according to assessment criteria Apply relevant organisation statutory and legislative requirements Demonstrate knowledge of factors affecting need for rental assistance 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 Demonstrate the application of skills in conflict resolution negotiation and mediation techniques facilitation high level writing skills interpersonal and communication interview processes

Evidence Required

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 unit of competency	The individual being assessed must provide evidence of specified essential knowledge as well as skills This unit should be assessed in the workplace or through a relevant simulation
Access and equity considerations	All workers in community services should be aware of access equity and human rights 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 issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities workers should be aware of cultural historical and current issues impacting on 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 Aboriginal andor Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
Context of and specific resources for assessment	This unit can be assessed independently however holistic assessment practice with other community services units of competency is encouraged Resources required for assessment include access to a workplace where assessment can be conducted or a realistic simulated workplace setting
Method of assessment	In cases where the learner does not have the opportunity to cover all aspects of the work environment the remainder should be assessed through realistic simulations projects previous relevant experience or oral questioning on What if scenarios Assessment of this unit of competence will usually include observation of processes and procedures oral andor written questioning on Essential knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes Where performance is not directly observed andor is required to be demonstrated over a period of time andor in a number of locations any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues supervisors clients or other appropriate persons

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Range Statement

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.
Rental assistance may vary according to:	Organisation policy Relevant departmental guidelines
Relevant legislation, policies and guidelines may include:	Residential Tenancies Act or equivalent Housing policies and procedures of relevant department Anti-discrimination legislation or equivalent

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