Course Title: Work effectively in disability support
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2025
Course Code: HWSS8172C
Course Title: Work effectively in disability support
Important Information:
This course is delivered and assessed in a cluster with;
CHCDIS011 - Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 - Support community participation and social inclusion
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C3416 - Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability)
Course Contact: Manu Atwal
Course Contact Phone: +61399257932
Course Contact Email: manpreet.atwal@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 65
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work effectively in a disability support work context. The unit covers meeting job requirements, complying with organisational requirements and working in a disability sector context.
This unit applies to individuals who work with people with disability in a range of community services and health contexts. Work performed requires some discretion and judgement and will be carried out under regular direct or indirect supervision.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support |
Element: |
1. Meet job role requirements. |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1. Identify own job role requirements from reading position description. 1.2. Discuss own job role requirements with supervisor to clarify and confirm job role scope and expectations. 1.3. Recognise and refer work tasks outside own job role scope to the appropriate person according to organisational reporting policies and procedures. |
Element: |
2. Work within organisational requirements. |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Comply with professional conduct requirements. 2.2. Comply with legal and human rights framework requirements relevant to disability support work. 2.3. Communicate and cooperate with interdisciplinary team members. 2.4. Use digital technology to access and share workplace information. |
Element: |
3. Work within a disability support context. |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1. Read individualised plans to identify tasks. 3.2. Use person centred communication techniques when carrying out work tasks. 3.4 Seek consent from the person, carer, family or others identified by the person, before commencing support activities. 3.5. Recognise signs of abuse and report according to organisational policies and procedures. 3.6. Record, maintain and store workplace information according to organisational record keeping procedures, and privacy and confidentiality requirements. |
Element: |
4. Implement self-care strategies. |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1. Monitor own stress level when working with people receiving support. 4.2. Use self-care strategies and seek support if required according to organisational policies and procedures. |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have the skills and knowledge required to work effectively in a disability support work context. The unit covers meeting job requirements, complying with organisational requirements and working in a disability sector context.
Details of Learning Activities
Your learning experience will involve class based teaching, demonstration and practical exercises. It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully. Sessions involve the following:
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- peer learning
- group discussion
- practical placement
- practical demonstrations on campus
- Online learning activities & group discussions
- There is one workplace Assessments in this course
Work placement will be a three week block requiring the student to complete 120 hours
Non academic requirements include the completion of WIL agreements, schedules and relevant insurance documentation before commencement of the WIL activity
Immunizations, visas, police checks, and NDIS checks as per industry requirements will also need to be completed.
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Topic |
Assessment / Learning activities |
Week 12 |
1. Background principles |
Module page: Types of disability and functional capacity. Activity: Impacts of psychosocial disability Assessment Task 2 |
Week 13 |
2. Meet job role requirements |
Module page: Identify own job role requirements from reading position description. Activity: Discussion |
Week 13 |
3. Contribute to skills assessment |
Module page: Interpret skills development strategies identified in the individualised plan. Activity: Identity, resources, attitudes. |
| Week 13 | 4. Assist with ongoing skills development according to individualised plan |
Assessment Task 3 |
| Week 15 |
|
Assessment Task 4 |
| Week 17 | 5. Support incidental learning opportunities to enhance skills development |
Module page: Accessing opportunities to establish connections. Complete the learning activity. |
| Week 17 |
6. Complete documentation
|
Assessment Task 1 - Knowledge Questions |
| Week 17 |
7. Implement strategies for community participation and inclusion according to individualised plan |
Module page: Consult with the person to identify gaps in assistive technology needs and report according to organisational policies and procedures. Activity: Discussion- Technology and human rights. |
| Week 18 | 8. Work within organisational requirements |
Read through the learning on Module page: Work within a disability support context. |
| Week 18 | 9. Work within a disability support context |
Read through the learning on the Module page: Implement self-care strategies. |
| Week 18 | 10. Implement self-care strategies |
Module page: Use self-care strategies and seek support if required according to organisational policies and procedures. Activity: Self-care discussion. |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
The University Library has extensive resources and provides subject specialist expertise, research advice, help with referencing and support through:
The learning Lab
www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
English for uni workshops
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/workshops/english-uni-workshops
Overview of Assessment
This unit of competency is delivered and assessed with the following units of competency
CHCDIS011 - Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 - Support community participation and social inclusion
There will be three forms of assessment including knowledge quizzes, simulated assessments and practical assessments undertaken in the work place.
Students are given two (2) attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required skills. A third (3rd) attempt can only be offered after discussions between teacher and the Program Coordinator and is not automatic. Resubmissions beyond two (2) attempts are at the discretion of the teacher and/or coordinator
Assessment Tasks
Assessment task 1 - Part A - Knowledge Quiz
Assessment task 1 Part B - Knowledge Quiz
Assessment task 1 Part C - Knowledge Quiz
Assessment task 2 - Simulated demonstration - Emma
Assessment task 3 - Simulated demonstration - Tazi
Assessment task 4 - Workplace demonstration
Assessment Matrix
Matrix This refers to the assessment mapping against each unit of competency addressed by this course. Explain what the assessment matrix is and where a student can find it if they need it. Eg. The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These mapping documents are available through Program Administration if required.
Other Information
Attendance: Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully. If you miss an assessment or assessable practical class you need to provide a medical certificate (or other evidence) to the course coordinator/teacher. Students enrolled in this program are required to attend at least 80% of their scheduled classes to ensure successful completion. The program includes two on-campus classes and one online class each week, providing a balanced blend of in-person and virtual learning experiences.
If you miss a practical class that is a prac report write-up you need to arrange an alternative report with your teacher. Information about your studies: You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students Extensions of time for submission of assessable work: If you are prevented from submitting an assessment on time by circumstances outside your control you may apply for an extension on Canvas through the assessment extension tool of up to seven (7) calendar.
Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for special consideration. Special consideration: If due to illness or other unforeseen circumstance, you are unable to attend on the due date of an assessment (e.g. test, examination, oral, etc.), you may submit an application for special consideration within 5 working days of the due date. If special consideration is granted, you will be given the opportunity to complete/repeat the assessment task at a later date. For advice on this application please visit www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration or speak to your Program Coordinator. Academic Integrity and Plagiarism: RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification). Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences. Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course. https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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