• CHCMH301B - Work effectively in mental health

Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

CHCMH301B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Work effectively in mental health

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency CHCMH301B - Work effectively in mental health
Description This unit describes the knowledge and skills required in the context within which mental health work occurs
Employability Skills This unit contains Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to work with mental health clients in a range of community services work contextsThis work provides a person-centred approach to care, involving a variety of health and community service professionals working collaboratively with the client, their carer/s and family
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not Applicable
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities
Slides
PPT
Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Work within the context of the mental health sector
  • Demonstrate consideration of the historical context of the sector in all work
  • Demonstrate consideration of the changing social, political and economic context in all work
       
Element: Develop knowledge of the mental health sector
  • Apply basic knowledge of the current issues and different models of work which impact on the sector
  • In collecting information about the mental health sector, collect and use views of key stakeholders and representatives from relevant target groups
       
Element: Demonstrate commitment to the central philosophies and standards of the mental health sector
  • Demonstrate consideration and understanding of the underpinning values and philosophy of the sector in all work undertaken
  • Demonstrate commitment to access and equity principles in all work in the sector
  • Ensure clients participate in all aspects of service planning and support activities
  • Identify and take into account personal values and attitudes regarding mental health and illness when planning and implementing all work activities
  • Promote a focus on recovery model and restoring people to their optimal potential
       
Element: Work with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
  • Demonstrate consideration and understanding of cultural and linguistic differences in all work undertaken
  • Adapt all work to meet the specific cultural and linguistic needs of clients
       


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 unit of competency:

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

This unit is best assessed on the job or in a simulated workplace under the normal range of conditions

Consistency in performance should consider the requirements of the particular workplace context

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 and/or 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 of this unit include access to a workplace or simulated workplace where assessment may occur

Method of assessment:

In cases where the learner does not have the opportunity to cover all relevant aspects in 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 and/or written questioning on Essential knowledge and skills and consideration of required attitudes

Where performance is not directly observed and/or is required to be demonstrated over a 'period of time' and/or in a 'number of locations', any evidence should be authenticated by colleagues, supervisors, clients or other appropriate persons


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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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

These include knowledge of:

Awareness of policy, regulatory, legislative and legal requirements, including

Carer's Recognition Act

community counselling orders

community treatment orders

Criminal Law (Mentally Impaired Defendants) Act

Disability Services/Discrimination Acts and standards

equal employment opportunity principles

Freedom of Information Act

Guardianship Board

individual rights

mental health acts

national mental health policy and plan

national mental health service standards

national practice standards for the mental health workforce

occupational health and safety (OHS) standards

Privacy Act

United Nations Principles for the Protection of Persons with Mental illness and the Improvement of Health Care

Awareness of available government benefits in areas such as housing and accommodation and finance

Consumer needs and rights including duty of care

Current issues facing clients and existing services to address their needs and rights

Early intervention

Facts/myths about mental illness and psychiatric disability

Historical and social context

Holistic and client-centred care

Impact of stigma

Importance of consumer input

Importance of principles and practices to enhance sustainability in the workplace, including environmental, economic, workforce and social sustainability

Indigenous Australian culture

Involuntary and voluntary admission to hospital

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Essential knowledge (contd):

Knowledge specific to working with people at risk of self-harm

Knowledge specific to working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds

Legal system

courts

police powers

court reports

tribunals

parole

community treatment orders

Major psychiatric illnesses

National standards for mental health services

Political and economic context

Principles and practice of duty of care

Principles and practices of confidentiality

Principles and practices of ethics and values

Principles of access and equity

Principles of client empowerment/disempowerment

Principles of clinical governance

Principles of community delivered service provision

Principles of disability

Relevance of the work role and functions to maintaining sustainability of the workplace, including environmental, economic, workforce and social sustainability

Understanding of regulations and guidelines governing the handling of medication

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

Demonstrate application of understanding of underpinning values, philosophies and standards applying to work in the mental health sector

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.

Context includes:

Changing social context of work e.g. Consumer centred approach, changing government and societal views of mental health, approaches to working with clients, deinstitutionalisation

Economic context e.g. The current economic situation as it relates to and affects mental health and the subsequent impact on client needs

Facts/myths about mental illness and psychiatric disability

Historical context of work e.g. Changing attitudes to mental health; changing approaches to working with clients

Political context e.g. Government policies and initiatives affecting mental health work, mainstreaming

Statutory framework within which work takes place

Different models of work may include:

Acute, continuing and rehabilitation models

Case management

Clinical mental health services

Clubhouse

Community development and education

Consumer run models

Crisis situation responses

Early intervention/prevention

Home based support

Mental health promotion

Peer support/self help

Psychosocial rehabilitation

Residential services

Respite care

Supported employment

Working with families and carers

Stakeholders and representatives may include:

Carers

Clinical mental health services

Community organisations

Consumers

Families and care givers

Friends, peers and target group

Government representatives and service providers

Local community

Management, colleagues, supervisor, team members

Peak bodies and networks in the sector

The underpinning values and philosophy of the sector may include:

A holistic and consumer-centred approach

Commitment to empowering the consumer

Commitment to meeting the needs and upholding the rights of consumers

Community education

Delivery of appropriate services

Early intervention

Encouragement of personal growth and development toward recovery and wellness

Family sensitive approaches

Promotion of mental health and well being

Commitment to access and equity principles includes:

A non-discriminatory approach to all people using the service, their family, carer/s and friends, the general public and co-workers

Creation of a consumer oriented culture

Ensuring the work undertaken takes account of and caters for differences including: cultural, physical, religious, economic, social

Culturally and linguistically diversemay include:

Different cultural and social contexts

Social variables such as social attitudes to mental illness

The needs of indigenous Australians

The needs of people from non-English speaking backgrounds

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
Demonstrate consideration of the historical context of the sector in all work 
Demonstrate consideration of the changing social, political and economic context in all work 
Apply basic knowledge of the current issues and different models of work which impact on the sector 
In collecting information about the mental health sector, collect and use views of key stakeholders and representatives from relevant target groups 
Demonstrate consideration and understanding of the underpinning values and philosophy of the sector in all work undertaken 
Demonstrate commitment to access and equity principles in all work in the sector 
Ensure clients participate in all aspects of service planning and support activities 
Identify and take into account personal values and attitudes regarding mental health and illness when planning and implementing all work activities 
Promote a focus on recovery model and restoring people to their optimal potential 
Demonstrate consideration and understanding of cultural and linguistic differences in all work undertaken 
Adapt all work to meet the specific cultural and linguistic needs of clients 

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