Course Title: Work with people with mental health issues
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2017
Course Code: OHTH5925C
Course Title: Work with people with mental health issues
School: 365T Global, Urban and Social Studies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4352 - Certificate IV in Youth Work
Course Contact: Dianne Mackay
Course Contact Phone: +61 (3) 9925 4454
Course Contact Email: dianne.mackay@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Dianne Mackay
dianne.mackay@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 80
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
In this unit students will develop the skills and knowledge required to establish relationships, clarify needs, and then work collaboratively with people who are living with mental health issues.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues |
Element: |
1. Establish respectful relationships with people with mental health issues |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Communicate in a way that develops and maintains respect, hope, trust and self-direction 1.2 Work in a way that reflects and prioritises the person’s right to self define and direct their own recovery 1.3 Recognise and respect the person’s social, cultural and spiritual differences 1.4 Support the person to understand and exercise their rights 1.5 Maintain confidentiality and privacy of the person within organisation policy and protocols |
Element: |
2. Determine the needs of people with mental health issues |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Gather and interpret information about the person’s needs from the person and other agreed sources 2.2 Identify and discuss with the person services and strategies that support empowerment and recovery 2.3 Support the person to express their own identity and preferences and avoid imposing own values and attitudes 2.4 Identify duty of care and dignity of risk considerations in collaboration with the person |
Element: |
3. Work with people with mental health issues to meet aspirations and needs |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Provide support that facilitates progress towards the person’s goals in collaboration with the person and their care network 3.2 Work in ways that uphold the person’s rights 3.3 Adapt service delivery within organisation policies and procedures to meet the person’s specific needs and requirements 3.4 Document interactions and services according to organisation policy and procedures 3.5 Respond promptly and supportively to people experiencing distress or crisis 3.6 Work within the limits of own knowledge, abilities and work role and make referrals to other services as indicated by the person’s needs |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
This course’s learning activities will be supported and complimented by RMIT’s on line learning management tool Blackboard. Other essential learning activities take place during the workshops, and you will also be required to undertake independent studies. Some learning activities that you may be required to undertake are:
- class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- responses to case studies
- workplace simulations and role plays of youth work practice
- analysis/critique of relevant reading material
- workshops
- design activities or projects
- group projects
- peer learning
- guest lecture/presentation
- peer teaching and class presentations
- group discussion
- research
- independent project based work
- group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
- practical placement
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Mental Health First Aid (delivered over x 4 sessions in Semester 1)
Class |
Topic |
Content |
Elements of Competency |
|
1
|
Introduction to Mental Health Youth work context, |
Youth Mental Health First Aid Adolescent development Common youth mental health disorders MHFA action plan Communicating with young people Broader service system |
1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5 |
|
2
|
Depression and Anxiety |
Depression in young people MHFA action plan for depression Crisis first aid – suicidal thought and behaviours Anxiety in young people Types of anxiety disorders |
2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4 3.1,3.2,3.3,
|
|
3
|
Depression and Anxiety cont. |
MHFA action plan for anxiety Crisis first aid for panic attacks/ traumatic events Eating disorders in young people Types of eating disorders MHFA action plan for eating disorders Crisis first aid for medical emergencies |
2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4 3.1,3.2,3.3, |
|
4
|
Pyschosis Substance misuse |
Psychosis in young people MHFA action plan for psychotic disorders Crisis first aid for severe psychotic states Substance misuse MHFA action plan for substance misuse Crisis first aid for : intoxication : aggressive behaviour : medical emergencies Review of knowledge |
3.1,3.2,3.3, 3.4,3.5,3.6 |
|
Work with people with mental health issues (delivered over x 15 sessions in Semester 2)
Class |
Topic |
Content |
Elements of Competency |
|
1 & 2
|
Introduction to Mental Health in Youth context
|
Review MHFA training from semester 1 and its relation to CHCMHS001 History of MH Mental health Issues MH Sector DD |
1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5
|
|
3 |
Understanding mental health |
MSE Mental health issues and understanding of signs, symptoms and associated stigma Relationship building Collaborative practice |
2.1,2.2, |
|
4
|
Needs and issues of consumers And
Non- clinical services |
Consumers’ right/ability to self-define and direct their own recovery Principles of duty of care Impact on mental health, stigma, discrimination, self -esteem, motivation, daily living, self-care and relationships |
2.3,2.4 |
|
5 & 6
|
Crisis response and Self- care |
Use of language The Referral process The implications of verbal non-verbal communication Rights and responsibilities of workers and consumers
|
2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4 |
|
7 & 8
|
Case Studies Assessment |
Diagnoses process Relevant policy/ procedure The importance of supervision Risk management – risk plans Report writing and documentation |
3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,3.5 |
|
9
|
Case Studies Assessment |
Case studies assessment continued Case management |
3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,3.5 |
|
10
|
Role plays Case management |
Mental health role plays Case management |
3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,3.5 |
|
11
|
Role plays Case management |
Mental health role plays continued. |
3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,3.5 |
|
12
|
|
Guest speaker
To be confirmed |
|
|
13
|
|
Agency visit : To be confirmed |
|
|
14 |
Bringing it all together |
Case management Case review and referral processes
|
3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,3.5 |
|
15 |
Review of learning |
Review key concepts, check for gaps in knowledge Identifying own strengths and areas for development |
|
|
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
None |
References
None |
Other Resources
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access to the library resources.
Overview of Assessment
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete all of the following pieces of assessment to a satisfactory standard. You will receive written feedback on all assessment (refer to MyRMIT for assessment criteria).
Assessments will include:
Assessment |
Assessment Type |
Assessment one |
Mental Health First Aid Certificate (in class) |
Assessment two |
(a) Questions and answers in response to a case study. |
Assessment three | (b) Case management skills |
Assessment four | (c) Work place simulation role play, feedback and reflection |
If you have a long term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or the Disability Liaison Unit if you would like to find out more.
A student charter http://www.rmit.edu.au/about/studentcharter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=c15i3ciaq8ca
Assessment Tasks
Assessment 1
MHFA Certificate (in class) - students to complete an accredited MHFA certificate over 4 x classes in Semester 1.
Assessment 2
Questions and answers in response to case study
In class, students will be provided with two case studies to gain an understanding of working with clients with mental health issues. Students will respond to questions based on the case studies.
Assessment 3
Case management skills and practice
- Establishing rapport with a young person
- Completing an intake/assessment form
- Completing a referral form
- Writing case notes
- Reviewing your plans with the young person and other workers
Assessment four
Role play & reflection
Students to work in groups of three (3), develop a workplace simulation role play based on a young client with mental health issues working with a youth worker. The youth worker is to establish rapport with the young person and introduce the case management approach to providing services. Each group member will take it in turns to be the worker, client and observer. The observer’s role is to provide feedback.
Each student to write a reflection (300 words) on the feedback given using the guidelines provided.
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrices are available through Program Administration.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students
Cover Sheet for Submissions
You must complete a submission cover sheet for every piece of submitted work, including online submissions. This signed sheet acknowledges that you are aware of implications of plagiarism.
Attendance
It is strongly advised that you attend all sessions in order to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring the maximum opportunity to gain the competency.
Applying for an Extension
Extension of time for assessment tasks may be granted where circumstances beyond your control prevent submission by the published due date. Speak with your teacher or course coordinator regarding applying for an extension.
Applying for Special Consideration
If you are seeking an extension of more than seven calendar days (from the original due date) you must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form, preferably prior to, but no later than two working days after the official due date. Late applications will only be accepted in exceptional circumstances. For information about Special Consideration and how to apply, see:
http://www1.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration
Academic Integrity
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If you are even in doubt about how to properly cite a reference, consult your lecturer or the academic integrity website: http://www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity
The RMIT library provides tools to assist with your referencing http://www1.rmit.edu.au/library/referencing
Plagiarism and Collusion
Plagiarism and collusion constitute extremely serious academic misconduct, and are forms of cheating. You are reminded that cheating, whether by fabrication, falsification of data, or plagiarism, is an offence subject to University disciplinary procedures. Plagiarism is the presentation of the work, idea or creation of another person as though it is your own. It is a form of cheating and is a very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University. Plagiarised material can be drawn from, and presented in, written, graphic and visual form, including electronic data, and oral presentations. Plagiarism occurs when the origin of the material used is not appropriately cited. Plagiarism is not acceptable.
Examples of plagiarism include:
- Copying sentences or paragraphs word-for-word from one or more sources, whether published or unpublished, which could include but is not limited to books, journals, reports, theses, websites, conference papers, course notes, etc. without proper citation;
- Closely paraphrasing sentences, paragraphs, ideas or themes without proper citation;
- Piecing together text from one or more sources and adding only linking sentences;
- Copying or submitting whole or parts of computer files without acknowledging their source;
- Copying designs or works of art and submitting them as your original work;
- Copying a whole or any part of another student's work; and
- Submitting work as your own that someone else has done for you.
- Enabling Plagiarism: the act of assisting or allowing another person to plagiarise or to copy your own work is also an offence.
For further information, please see the RMIT Plagiarism Policy – http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=sg4yfqzod48g1 (unresolved) – and the RMIT Student Conduct Regulations – http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=r7a7an6qug93
Plagiarism Software
The originality verification software Turnitin may be used in this course. For details, see: http://www.turnitin.com
Complaints Procedure:
RMIT University is committed to providing a harmonious study and work environment for all students and staff. The University recognises your right to raise concerns about academic, administrative or support services without recrimination and has policies and procedures to assist in the resolution of complaints.
Most issues are resolved at the local level and you are encouraged to take steps to resolve your issue locally. The student complaint procedure details steps to take if your problem is not resolved or you believe the response you received is unreasonable.
Student Complaints Policy: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/policies/studentcomplaintspolicy
Student complaints Procedure: http://www1.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=i1lexipvjt22
Student Complaints Form: http://mams.rmit.edu.au/v4ujvmyojugxz.pdf
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