Course Title: Assess co-existing needs
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2017
Course Code: HWSS6069C
Course Title: Assess co-existing needs
School: 365T Global, Urban and Social Studies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5346 - Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
Course Contact: Chris Walters
Course Contact Phone: 99258268
Course Contact Email: chris.walters@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Iren Citler
iren.citler@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
There are no stipulated pre-requisites or co-requisites for this unit.
Course Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the diverse and multi-faceted needs of people and determine both internal and external services required to meet those needs.
This unit applies in a range of community service contexts.
This unit is delivered and assessed as a cluster with:
CHCMHS005 - Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and AOD issues
CHCMHS006 - Facilitate the recovery process
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs |
Element: |
1. Prepare for assessment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Performance Criteria: |
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 |
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 |
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
In class: Lectures, discussions and group work
Teaching Schedule
| Class | Teacher | Topic | Content | Elements of competency | Resources | Assessment due dates: |
| 9: April 13th | Iren Citler | Co-morbidity | CHCCCS004: Assess co-existing needs | 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5 2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4,2.5,2.6 3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,3.5,3.6 4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5 |
MSE assessment | |
| 10: April 20th | Co-morbidity | CHCCCS004: Assess co-existing needs | 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5 2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4,2.5,2.6 3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,3.5,3.6 4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5 |
Case management meeting | ||
| 11: April 27th | Co0morbidity | CHCCCS004: Assess co-existing needs | 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5 2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4,2.5,2.6 3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,3.5,3.6 4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5 |
Itp/isp AOD/MH referral |
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| 12: May 4th | Co-morbidity | CHCCCS004: Assess co-existing needs | 1.1,1.2,1.3,1.4,1.5 2.1,2.2,2.3,2.4,2.5,2.6 3.1,3.2,3.3,3.4,3.5,3.6 4.1,4.2,4.3,4.4,4.5 |
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Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment Task 1: Completion of mental state examination (MSE) in client file
Assessment Task 2: Complete ITP/ISP and referral tools
Assessment Task 3: Dual diagnosis documentation completion
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1:MSE in client file
This task requires you to complete a Mental State Examination and document a client file based on the information contained within the case study and document appropriate interventions to support the client
Assessment Task 2: ITP/ISP tools
This task requires you to complete a comprehensive ITP/ISP tools for a fictional client to facilitate the referral process with all documentation to be added to the client file.
Assessment Task 3: Dual diagnosis documentation.
This task requires you to complete a AOD/mental health documentation in a client file and identify appropriate local services to support the client and provide a treatment plan.
Assessment Matrix
Students will be given an assessment marking guide for reference at the time that the assessment tasks are distributed.
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
Academic integrity means honesty and responsibility in scholarship through respecting the work of others whilst having the freedom to build new insights, new knowledge and ideas. RMIT University upholds the values of academic integrity as fundamental to the scholarship undertaken by all members of its community. Whenever you refer to another person’s research or ideas (either by directly quoting or paraphrasing them) you must acknowledge your source.
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
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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