Essential knowledge: The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively do the task outlined in elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage the task and manage contingencies in the context of the identified work role These include knowledge of: Awareness and understanding of consent and strategies utilised to determine ability to consent Awareness of discriminatory actions A range of developmental and acquired disabilities, including: acquired brain injury autism spectrum disorder cognitive disability developmental delay intellectual disability neurological impairment physical disability sensory disability, including hearing, vision impairment speech/language disability Common risks to safety Communication needs, strategies and resources in relation to people with disabilities Consumer needs and rights including duty of care Different types of requirements likely to be associated with different disabilities Fundamental knowledge of stages of biological and psychological development of the human being throughout the lifespan Indicators of abuse and/or neglect in relation to people with disabilities Networks in the disability sector Principles and practices of: access and equity confidentiality empowerment/disempowerment in relation to people with disabilities Relevant legislation, regulations and policies, including legalities associated with using restrictive and prohibitive practices Relevance of the work role and functions to maintaining sustainability of the workplace, including environmental, economic, workforce and social sustainability Role of guardianship board, public trustee and independent advocate Varying emotional, relationship building and dependence and independence issues and responses associated with differing life stages Underpinning philosophies and values, including: commitment to empowering clients commitment to meeting the needs and upholding the rights of clients community education and capacity building competency and image enhancement as a means of addressing devaluation delivery of person-centred services holistic and client-centred approach practices which focus on the individual person rightful place in community self determination strengths-based support the impact of social devaluation on an individual's quality of life the social model of disability |