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

HLTAHW410B Mapping and Delivery Guide
Work in AOD and mental health with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities

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Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency HLTAHW410B - Work in AOD and mental health with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
Description This unit describes the skills and knowledge required as preparation for working with Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities to provide health education and support relating to alcohol and other drugs (AOD) and mental healthIt addresses the rights and responsibilities of the position, the system in which this work is undertaken and the professional boundaries and cultural issues relating to this type of work
Employability Skills This unit contains Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application Application of the skills and knowledge described in this unit may vary according to the specific community in which that individual will work
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 AOD and mental health
  • Acknowledge the relationship between AOD and mental health (including dual diagnosis) and reflect it appropriately in practice
  • Identify difficulties that the worker may encounter in carrying out their role in the community and take them into consideration in the work
  • Take into account in service delivery the changing role of females and males within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities
  • Work within the role and limitations of the job definition and community expectations of the role
       
Element: Work within legal and ethical boundaries
  • Complete documentation in accordance with legal and ethical requirements
  • Maintain confidentiality in accordance with organisational policies and protocols
  • Include traditional healers in the health team as appropriate
  • Liaise with other organisations as appropriate
  • Consider the rights of the individual in all work undertaken
  • Carry out duties within the Mental Health Act (or equivalent) as required
       
Element: Work is undertaken with the clients involved with the justice system
  • Provide advocacy and support for clients involved with the justice system as appropriate and in accordance with organisational policies and protocols
  • Identify and observe the role and limitations of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers work within the justice system
  • Access the processes of the justice system that will impact on clients on behalf of clients as appropriate
       
Element: Maintain accountability and responsibilities
  • Access the organisation's policies and procedures in regard to workers and work in accordance with these
  • Ensure all work is undertaken within the organisation's reporting and accountability frameworks
  • Follow organisation occupational health and safety guidelines
  • Access information to clarify the employer's responsibilities to the worker
  • Observe organisation requirements for participation in processes as appropriate (eg. in regard to performance appraisal systems)
       
Element: Observe professional boundaries when working
  • Define, understand and communicate professional boundaries to clients in a culturally appropriate manner
  • Maintain confidentiality when working with clients and other agencies
  • Observe organisation boundaries when working with clients and other agencies
  • Clarify organisation expectations with particular regard to the professional and personal boundaries
       
Element: Complete relevant documentation
  • Collect information (ie. data) as required to the complete workplace documentation
  • Complete documentation appropriate to the Social and Emotional Well Being work role in line with organisation requirements and reporting arrangements (such as reports to funding bodies)
       
Element: Demonstrate commitment to the philosophy of Social and Emotional Well Being
  • Demonstrate in all work undertaken understanding and consideration of the underpinning values and philosophy of Social and Emotional Well Being in the context of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health work
  • Demonstrate in all work undertaken a commitment to the empowerment of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and access and equity principles
  • Give clients, family and community the opportunity to participate in service planning and support activities
  • Take into account personal values, history, experiences and family/kinship when working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
       
Element: Work with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
  • Demonstrate in all work undertaken consideration and understanding of cultural and linguistic differences
  • 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 of assessment:

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 workplace

Where, for reasons of safety, space, or access to equipment and resources, assessment takes place away from the workplace, the assessment environment should represent workplace conditions as closely as possible

Method of assessment:

Assessment must take place through a combination of:

Small group discussions and participation

Role play/simulation

Workbooks

Case studies

Self assessment journals

Conditions of assessment:

This unit includes skills and knowledge specific to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander culture

Assessment must therefore be undertaken by a workplace assessor who has expertise in the unit of competency or who has the current qualification being assessed and who is:

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander him/herself

or:

accompanied and advised by an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person who is a recognised member of the community with experience in primary health care

Context of assessment:

Competence should be demonstrated working individually, under supervision or as part of a primary health care team working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients

Assessment should replicate workplace conditions as far as possible

Related units:

This unit may be assessed independently or in conjunction with other units with associated workplace application


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

This includes knowledge of:

Traditional healing

Cultural law and its consequences

Impact of cultural and spiritual factors on the way mental health problems develop and present

Rights as employees - industrial awards, duty of care, occupational health and safety, worker's compensation

Support systems available for employees - e.g. counselling, unions, professional associations

The role, rights and responsibilities relating to Social and Emotional Well Being work:

legal responsibilities to clients, organisation and self

reporting responsibilities

accountability to organisation and community

confidentiality requirements for Social and Emotional Well Being work

ethical responsibilities

professional boundaries

Justice system and its processes

Mental Health Act and relevant regulations

Conflict resolution and mediation

Stress management techniques

The changing roles of Aboriginal men and women in communities

Broad knowledge of:

government structures

political structures

adult guardianship

rights of clients

Essential skills:

It is critical that the candidate demonstrate the ability to:

Undertake AOD and mental health work with a range of clients within the legal and ethical boundaries of the work and with a commitment to the philosophy of Social and Emotional Well Being

Maintain the professional boundaries of the work role and address accountability and responsibilities appropriately

Address the needs of clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and balance expectations of the organisation, the community and clients

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

This includes the ability to:

Use high level effective communication skills

Apply skills in

liaising and networking

problem solving skills

conflict resolution

assertiveness

stress management

advocacy

Work within a team

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.

Cultural respect

This competency standard supports the recognition, protection and continued advancement of the inherent rights, cultures and traditions of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

It recognises that the improvement of the health status of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people must include attention to physical, spiritual, cultural, emotional and social well-being, community capacity and governance

Its application must be culturally sensitive and supportive of traditional healing and health, knowledge and practices

Community control

Community participation and control in decision-making is essential to all aspects of health work, and the role of the health worker is to support the community in this process

Supervision

Supervision must be conducted in accordance with prevailing state/territory and organisation legislative and regulatory requirements

References to supervision may include either direct or indirect supervision of work by more experienced workers, supervisors, managers or other health professionals

A person at this level should only be required to make decisions about clients within the organisation's standard treatment protocols and associated guidelines

Legislative requirements

Federal, state or territory legislation may impact on workers' practices and responsibilities. Implementation of the competency standards should reflect the legislative framework in which a health worker operates. It is recognised that this may sometimes reduce the application of the Range of Variables in practice. However, assessment in the workplace or through simulation should address all essential skills and knowledge across the Range of Variables

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers may be required to operate in situations that do not constitute 'usual practice' due to lack of resources, remote locations and community needs. As a result, they may need to possess more competencies than described by 'usual practice circumstances'

Under all circumstances, the employer must enable the worker to function within the prevailing legislative framework

The context of AOD and mental health work may include:

Statutory framework with which the work takes place

Facts/myths about mental health

Implications of dual diagnosis

History of the local Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people

Remoteness and access to other services

Traditional/cultural context

Historical context of the work, such as changing attitudes to mental health, alcohol and drug use, changing approaches to working with clients

Changing social context of the work, such as consumer-centred approach, changing government and societal views on mental health, alcohol and drugs, de-institutionalisation

Political context (e.g. government policies and initiatives affecting mental health, community controlled health, community funding)

Economic context (e.g. the current economic status of the client and how it impacts on their mental health, alcohol and drug issues and other addictions)

Services may include:

Counselling

Advocacy

Practical support

Assessment, treatment and management of clients

Referral processes

'Back to Country' principles

Different models of work may include:

Community development and education

Mental health (Social and Emotional Well Being) promotion

Case management/shared case management

Working with families

Psychological, alcohol and drug rehabilitation models

Peer support/self help

Crisis intervention

Early intervention models

Prevention models

Clinical mental health services

Residential services

Respite care

Home based support/community support

Traditional healing

Stakeholders and representatives include:

Clients

Carers

Family, friends, peers, community

Clinical mental health services

Drug and alcohol teams

Drug and alcohol rehabilitation facilities

Local community elders

Government agencies (e.g. Family and Children's Services)

and may include:

Community organisations

Client support networks

Government representatives, agencies and service providers

Accommodation services

Financial support services

Employment services

Vocational support services

Youth groups

Sexual assault services/refuges

Underpinning values and philosophies of the sector include:

Empowerment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people

A holistic client centred approach to service delivery

Promotion of Social and Emotional Well Being

Early intervention strategies

Prevention strategies

Delivery of culturally appropriate services

Commitment to meeting the needs and upholding the rights of clients

Encouragement of personal growth and development towards recovery and wellness

Commitment to principles of access and equity refers to:

Creation of a client centred culture in service delivery and support

A non discriminatory approach to all people using the services

Ensuring that all work allows caters for differences

Cultural and linguistic differences include:

Different cultural and social contexts

Local cultural protocols and traditions

English as a second or third language, use of Kriol

Social variables that impact on mental illness

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
Acknowledge the relationship between AOD and mental health (including dual diagnosis) and reflect it appropriately in practice 
Identify difficulties that the worker may encounter in carrying out their role in the community and take them into consideration in the work 
Take into account in service delivery the changing role of females and males within Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities 
Work within the role and limitations of the job definition and community expectations of the role 
Complete documentation in accordance with legal and ethical requirements 
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with organisational policies and protocols 
Include traditional healers in the health team as appropriate 
Liaise with other organisations as appropriate 
Consider the rights of the individual in all work undertaken 
Carry out duties within the Mental Health Act (or equivalent) as required 
Provide advocacy and support for clients involved with the justice system as appropriate and in accordance with organisational policies and protocols 
Identify and observe the role and limitations of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Workers work within the justice system 
Access the processes of the justice system that will impact on clients on behalf of clients as appropriate 
Access the organisation's policies and procedures in regard to workers and work in accordance with these 
Ensure all work is undertaken within the organisation's reporting and accountability frameworks 
Follow organisation occupational health and safety guidelines 
Access information to clarify the employer's responsibilities to the worker 
Observe organisation requirements for participation in processes as appropriate (eg. in regard to performance appraisal systems) 
Define, understand and communicate professional boundaries to clients in a culturally appropriate manner 
Maintain confidentiality when working with clients and other agencies 
Observe organisation boundaries when working with clients and other agencies 
Clarify organisation expectations with particular regard to the professional and personal boundaries 
Collect information (ie. data) as required to the complete workplace documentation 
Complete documentation appropriate to the Social and Emotional Well Being work role in line with organisation requirements and reporting arrangements (such as reports to funding bodies) 
Demonstrate in all work undertaken understanding and consideration of the underpinning values and philosophy of Social and Emotional Well Being in the context of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health work 
Demonstrate in all work undertaken a commitment to the empowerment of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and access and equity principles 
Give clients, family and community the opportunity to participate in service planning and support activities 
Take into account personal values, history, experiences and family/kinship when working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities 
Demonstrate in all work undertaken consideration and understanding of cultural and linguistic differences 
Adapt all work to meet the specific cultural and linguistic needs of clients 

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