Course Title: Work effectively in trauma informed care
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: VE 2020
Class Number: 2494
Class Section: DARD
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Course Code: HWSS6091C
Course Title: Work effectively in trauma informed care
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5397 - Diploma of Community Services
Course Contact: Fiona McLean
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 3673
Course Contact Email: fiona.mclean@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 40
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 course you will explore the skills and knowledge required to promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety, while promoted trauma informed care and learning to develop strategies to address people’s specific trauma needs.
This course addresses the following units of competency;
- CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Cultural Safety
- HLTAHW050 Develop a healing framework for social and emotional wellbeing work
- CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care
- CHCDEV002 Analyse the impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services
These units are clustered for delivery but assessed separately.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care |
Element: |
1. Work from a trauma informed care perspective |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Apply the key principles and practices of trauma informed care 1.2 Promote safe environments and relationships with those affected by trauma, including preventing traumatisation and re-traumatisationin the context of service use 1.3 Respond to disclosures of past and current trauma or abuse using principles of trauma informed care 1.4 Respond to behaviours and distress related to trauma using principles of trauma informed care 1.5 Assist individuals affected by trauma to identify personal resources and strengths 1.6 Recognise the coping strategies and adaptations of individuals who have experienced trauma 1.7 Identify resources and strengths within individuals who have experienced trauma |
Element: |
2. Utilise self-care strategies |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Reflect upon own practice and work environment and identify opportunities to embed trauma informed care and practice in service delivery 3.2 Identify barriers to implementing trauma informed care and practice and refer to appropriate/senior personnel 3.3 Participate in organisation policy development on trauma informed care according to job role 3.4 Identify and participate in strategies to enhance service delivery of trauma informed care 3.5 Invite and respond to consumer feedback on trauma informed practices and service delivery |
Element: |
3. Contribute to the continuous improvement of trauma informed care in services |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1. Apply self-care strategies in managing re-traumatisation 2.2 Apply self-care strategies in managing vicarious trauma |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of these course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements. By applying these skills and this knowledge you will be able to promote Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety, while promoted trauma informed care and learning to develop strategies to address people’s specific trauma needs.
Details of Learning Activities
- Class exercises to review discussions/lectures
- Group projects
- Workshopping of projects including peer/lecturer feedback
- Group discussion
- Practical placement
- Simulated workplace activities
Teaching Schedule
Where all course content is this schedule will be covered, the weekly order may change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Course Schedule |
Cluster: Healing and social impacts |
Week 1 |
Introduction to trauma and society
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Week 2 |
Working with the client in trauma informed ways
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Week 3 |
Services and other supports
|
Week 4 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
|
Week 5 |
Working in a culturally appropriate manner
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Week 6 |
Observe local cultural traditions and practice
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Week 7 |
Conduct and support a facilitated group healing process
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Week 8 |
Reflect on healing process Document outcomes according to organisation procedures Discuss with appropriate staff, colleagues, peers or mentors own reaction to the process Engage in ongoing reflective practice |
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:
Ngarara Willim Centre
https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/governance-management/structure/policy-strategy-impact/ngarara-willim-centre
The Learning Lab
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/learning-lab
The Study Support Hub
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/study-support/study-support-hub
Overview of Assessment
Assessment is ongoing throughout the course and will include practical demonstrations, group activities, reflection and supervised placement hour within the community services industry. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on Canvas.
Grades 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
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 Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more (https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services)
Assessment Tasks
(Rectification Assessment TBA)
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care
- Assessment Task 1: Trauma-informed practices
- Assessment Task 2: Knowledge questions
- Assessment Task 3: Develop a self-care plan
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
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.
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
Assessment:
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
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
Placement requirements:
- Current Working with Children Check
- Current Police Check Record
Course Overview: Access Course Overview