Course Title: Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2017
Course Code: HWSS6084C
Course Title: Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
School: 365T Global, Urban and Social Studies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4364 - Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
Course Contact: Chris Walters
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8268
Course Contact Email: chris.walter@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Iren Citler
Phone: +61 9925 4914
Email: iren.citler@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 135
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 acquire the skills and knowledge required to prepare for and conduct assessments of alcohol and other drugs (AOD) clients to determine eligibility, service requirements and referral needs. This includes knowledge of factors affecting assessment for a range of different client groups including different genders, youth, older people, mandated and voluntary clients, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
This unit applies to people involved in the assessment of clients with AOD issues using established organisation or jurisdictional AOD assessment tools.
This course addresses three units of competency
- Work in Alcohol and other drugs context CHCAOD001
- Assess needs of clients with AOD issues CHCAOD004
AND
- Provide brief interventions CHCCCS014
These units are delivered and assessed together
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCAOD004 Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues |
Element: |
1. Prepare for assessment |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Review existing information about the client and consult with relevant health or community services professionals based on client needs 1.2 Discuss with the client reasons for seeking help and other information that may assist in establishing a basis for further work 1.3 Explain organisation parameters of confidentiality and policy/procedures to client 1.4 Inform the client of the assessment purpose and process 1.5 Confirm client's understanding of the purpose and process of assessment |
Element: |
2. Conduct assessment
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Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify history and pattern of client's drug use through client discussion and questioning 2.2 Identify and clarify co-existing issues in consultation with the client 2.3 Identify the clients key familial and social relationships and how they are impacted by their AOD use 2.4 Assess current status, patterns of use and levels of dependence using standardised or approved AOD screening and assessment tools 2.5 Collaborate with other health processionals as indicated by assessment 2.6 Identify indicators of other issues that may affect work with the client through observation and questioning |
Element: |
3. Record assessment and provide feedback |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Accurately record assessment results according to defined guidelines 3.2 Apply organisation criteria to determine entry to, or exclusion from, services 3.3 Prepare clear and comprehensive client assessment report 3.4 Provide feedback to the client based on assessment report |
Element: |
4. Identify and respond to need for referral |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Identify client issues that are outside the scope of the service and/or the scope of the worker 4.2 Identify appropriate service and other support options for the client and their family members 4.3 Inform the client of possible options and reasons for seeking other service and support options 4.4 Confirm the client's understanding of options 4.5 Work with the client to determine referral options and responsibilities 4.6 Make referral with client consent 4.7 Provide assessment information to others, including relevant health and/or community services professionals according to consent requirements |
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
In class: Class lectures and exercises, group discussion and practical demonstrations
Teaching Schedule
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Cluster 1 Initial Engagement Cluster: CHCAOD001 CHCAOD004 CHCCCS014 | |||
Class |
Topic |
Content |
Assessment Details |
Week 1 |
Explores the AOD sector |
Introduction to AOD
History of AOD in Australia Intro to services service provision: current modes of practice Treatment services: Allied health-service types |
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Explores the AOD models of dependence, community development and relevant legislation Into to why people use substances/use and effect |
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Values/attitudes |
Underpinning philosophy and values Context within which we understand AOD issues in society |
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Week2 |
Legal/Ethical |
Ethical considerations of working in industry Statutory responsibilities
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Legal/Ethical |
Ethical conundrums group work |
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Intro to SUBS |
Basic intro to why people use, support services/ withdrawal options |
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Week 3 |
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Drug types: illicit/licit Basic intro to substances |
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Screening/Assessment |
Introduction Screening and assessment modules
Templates/tools |
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Screening work |
Screening tool completed in couples: Role play
Audit& Assist |
(Role play practice in class) |
Week 4 |
Assessment Processes |
Screening and assessment work begins with ‘James’ Role play assessment |
(Undertake initial screening tool practice in class in pairs) |
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Youth forms |
Drug and the adolescent brain Youth AOD assessment |
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Specific AOD issues |
Tobacco and alcohol Licit drugs in society |
(Complete initial screening tool on ‘James’ in class by 4 /3/16) |
Week 5 |
Case management |
Intro to case management practices Processes and protocols Risk assessment |
(‘James’ file (assessment) commences in class) |
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Case management |
Case note writing Group get together to prepare a working case management process on ‘James’ |
(Group work on James in class continues) |
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Specific AOD issues |
Alcohol dvd Cigarettes ,shisha, vape |
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Week 6 |
Brief Intervention |
Communication Skills Rapport building Active listening Negotiations Role play intervention practices |
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Brief Intervention |
Brief intervention •Discusses Treatment, Harm Reduction •Pharmacotherapy •Harm Minimisation policy in Australia. •Harm reduction application. •Assessing harms & risks. •Planning for harm reduction. •Harm reduction response
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Excursion |
Excursion to DAX |
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Week 7 |
Intervention practices |
Ways of incorporating assessment modalities into intervention practice 4 p’s Role play each student assumes a “clinical” role in a case management process. Final group work on ITP |
(Practice ITP completion in groups) |
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Intervention practices |
Stages of change Motivational interviewing |
ITP (James Stage 1) completed in class |
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Specific AOD Issues |
opiates |
Completed Stage 1 ‘James due 25/03/16
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
None |
References
Other Resources
None
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Task 1: Completion of initial screening tool on case study
Assessment Task 2: Completion of Individual Treatment Plan for fictitious client
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Conducted in Week 4: Completion of initial screening tool on case study (James)
Assessment Task 2: Conducted in Week 7: Completion of Individual Treatment Plan for fictitious client (James)
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency. These matrix's are available through program staff.
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
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 – 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
Police Checks
Students must obtain their own police check by the due date and pay the associated costs. Students who do not obtain a required police clearance by the due date shall not be able to undertake a practical placement or work experience activity that requires a Police Check.
The University shall not be obligated to organise a placement for a student who does not wish to obtain a Police Check.
Where required by the workplace, students shall provide a copy of their police check on request.
If a student is rejected by a workplace on the basis of a Police Check, the following actions shall occur, as appropriate:
- advise the student of the outcome; and
- discuss placement options with the student; and/or
- provide program and career counselling.
RMIT will not store Police Checks on student files.
Early Termination of Placement
Under section 6 of the WIL Procedure, a placement may be ended early by the host organisation or School due to the student’s conduct and/or performance during the placement.
Possible reasons for such decisions may include, but are not limited to-
• failure to follow processes required for safety
• breach of client or patient confidentiality
• failure to comply with the instructions of supervisors
• or other unprofessional behaviour
Where a placement ends early, a meeting will be convened to discuss the sequence of events that led to the termination. This meeting will precede any consideration of a student’s progress by the Progress Panel (if applicable) or Program Assessment Board.
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