Course Title: Assess co-existing needs
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2024
Course Code: HWSS6069C
Course Title: Assess co-existing needs
Important Information:
Please note that this course has compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching and assesment activities.
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4364 - Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Course Contact: Jennifer Furby
Course Contact Phone: 9925 8310
Course Contact Email: jennifer.furby@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
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 you will develop the skills and knowledge required to screen and assess clients presenting with AOD and Mental Health related issues. You will also gain an understanding of the approaches to working with Intoxicated clients.
This unit applies in a range of community service contexts.
This course is part of the cluster "Engagement" and is delivered and assessed with:
- CHCAOD004 Assess needs of clients with AOD issues
- CHCAOD002 Work with clients who are Intoxicated
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs |
Element: |
1. Prepare for assessment 1.1 Identify and prepare assessment tools and processes according to organisation policy and procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and prepare assessment tools and processes according to organisation policy and procedures 1.2 Gather existing information about the person 1.3 Seek additional information from specialists and other sources as required to determine the range of issues that may be affecting the person 1.4 Organise practical aspects of assessment in consultation with the person being assessed 1.5 Provide information about the assessment process to the person and obtain consent |
Element: |
2. Analyse the person’s needs using a collaborative approach 2.1 Work within scope of own role and seek assistance from colleagues and experts as required |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Work within scope of own role and seek assistance from colleagues and experts as required 2.2 Empower the person to identify and prioritise their own needs 2.3 Evaluate needs based on full range of relevant information 2.4 Identify and analyse complex, multiple and interrelated issues 2.5 Evaluate issues of urgency and eligibility 2.6 Assess potential risk factors for service delivery |
Element: |
3. Determine appropriate services 3.1 Consider service delivery and referral options from strengths-based perspective |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Consider service delivery and referral options from strengths-based perspective 3.2 Evaluate internal capability and other service networks to determine best fit for the person 3.3 Provide the person with service information and support their decision making process 3.4 Encourage the person to advocate on their own behalf to access services |
Element: |
4. Complete reporting 4.1 Document the outcomes of the assessment process according to organisation procedures |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Document the outcomes of the assessment process according to organisation procedures 4.2 Maintain and store the person’s information according to confidentiality requirements 4.3 Provide the person’s information to other services according to consent and confidentiality requirements |
Element: |
5. Evaluate assessment and referral processes 5.1 Seek feedback about assessment processes from the person and other networks |
Performance Criteria: |
5.1 Seek feedback about assessment processes from the person and other networks 5.2 Monitor processes and their outcomes in terms of success in meeting the person’s needs 5.3 Routinely seek feedback and reflect on own performance 5.4 Use feedback and own evaluation as a basis for improving processes
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Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements
Details of Learning Activities
Classes where information is shared through talks and group discussions, and exercises are conducted to apply learning. Time in class, will also be spent working on applied assessment tasks.
The learning activities for this course will include:
- class discussion
- group work
- case study analysis
- knowledge questions
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Topic |
Week1
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Effectively engaging with Clients – What is person-centred practice? Strengths based practice. Stages of change Screening & Assessment tools Mindfulness
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Week 2
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We take a further look at screening & assessment – What is involved, and what makes a “good” assessment?
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Week 3
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Becoming familiar with the various tools used in the AOD sector and applying these to the upcoming role plays.
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Week 4
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Case note writing – Ensuring your record keeping meets the legal requirements. Opportunity to practice, in pairs, our upcoming role plays.
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Week 5
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Assessment Task 1 Role Play – Ben. You will be allocated a day and time to complete this task. Please see the Student Assessment guide for further details.
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Week 6
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Assessment Task 1 Role Play – Ben. You will be allocated a day and time to complete this task. Please see the Student Assessment guide for further details.
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Week 7
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Suicide and safety planning. A brief look at responding to suicidal ideation and conducting a safety plan with the client.
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Week 8
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Assessment Task 2 Role Play - Lisa. You will be allocated a day and time to complete this task. Please see the Student Assessment guide for further details.
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Week 9 |
Assessment Task 2 Role Play – Lisa. You will be allocated a day and time to complete this task. Please see the Student Assessment guide for further details.
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Week 10 |
Identifying and responding to risk. Using the Brief Risk Assessment template
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Week 11
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Assessment and management of Intoxication – how to respond to clients under the influence of a substance. Conditions that may mimic or mask Intoxication and the need for a comprehensive assessment.
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Week 12
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Assessment Task 3 Role Play – Akira. You will be allocated a day and time to complete this task. Please see the Student Assessment guide for further details.
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Week 13 |
Assessment Task 3 Role Play – Akira. You will be allocated a day and time to complete this task. Please see the Student Assessment guide for further details
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Week 14
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Collaborating with other services to establish professional relationships and how this can support workers to make appropriate referrals.
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Week 15
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Adolescents – Developmental issues and treatment approaches. Drug use and the developing brain.
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Week 16
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Assessment Task 4 Peer review/Case review Role Play. You will be allocated a day and time to complete this task. Please see the Student Assessment guide for further details.
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Week 17
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Assessment Task 4 Peer review/Case review Role Play. You will be allocated a day and time to complete this task. Please see the Student Assessment guide for further details.
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Week 18
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Homelessness – What is it? Implications of homelessness Predisposing issues, Barriers Available services.
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Week 19
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Knowledge questions AT5 – In-class. Individually or in groups. |
Week 20
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Conducting a Mental State Examination (MSE) Why we screen for potential mental health issues and how this may impact on a client’s recovery.
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Week 21
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Revision/Outstanding assessment completions |
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 is part of an integrated program. You must demonstrate critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit.
Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks. You may be assessed by:
• Oral or written questioning
• Oral presentations
• Assignments and projects
• Direct observation of work practice
Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions, through individual and group feedback on practical exercises and by individual consultation.
Regular attendance is necessary.
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 Co-ordinator or the Equitable Learning Services team if you would like to find out more.
Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks. You may be assessed by:
• Oral or written questioning
• Oral presentations
• Assignments and projects
• Direct observation of work practice.
Full assessment briefs are provided in Canvas.
Students enrolled in Vocational Education and Training qualifications are assessed for Competency. To be assessed as Competent means you have consistently demonstrated the required knowledge and skills to a standard expected in the workplace. To be assessed as Competent in this course, you will need to complete each assessment task to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Regular attendance is necessary.
You should refer to the assessment brief which is available through Canvas for a full assessment criterion.
Results that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessments are:
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did not submit for assessment
This course is part of the cluster "Engagement" and is delivered and assessed with:
- CHCAOD004 Assess needs of clients with AOD issues
- CHCAOD002 Work with clients who are Intoxicated
You will be given two (2) attempts for each assessment to demonstrate the required knowledge and 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 Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.
The assessment matrix is in Canvas, at the end of each assessment task.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters: rmit.edu.au/students
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