Course Title: Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2022
Course Code: HWSS6017C
Course Title: Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
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Students typically complete 80 hours of WIL
School: 535T Social Care and Health
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4352 - Certificate IV in Youth Work
Course Contact: Sarah Davidson
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 8871
Course Contact Email: sarah.davidson@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 60
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 students will focus on youth sector practice (both historical and contemporary) and develop an understanding of the current status of young people. It applies to work undertaken in all youth work roles where the young person is the primary client.
This unit is taught and assessed with
CHCYTH003 Support young people to create opportunities in their lives
CHCYTH010 Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances
CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCYTH004 Respond to critical situations
CHCYTH001 Engage respectfully with young people
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CHCYTH002 Work effectively with young people in the youth work context |
Element: |
1. Apply understanding of the social, historical, economic, legal and political contexts of young people |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Assess and respond to the needs of young people within the context of their experiences 1.2 Research, analyse and maintain up-to-date knowledge and awareness of the social, political, economic and legal contexts of young people 1.3 Research, analyse and apply understanding of youth policy in practices of youth work 1.4 Apply understanding of the historical and cultural constructs of youth and the changing context of young people |
Element: |
2. Apply understanding of the context of youth work |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Apply knowledge of youth contexts to youth work practice 2.2 Identify legal frameworks which impact on context of youth work 2.3 Research, maintain and apply models and frameworks of youth work in a variety of youth work contexts 2.4 Develop a comprehensive understanding of the youth sector |
Element: |
3. Work within the core values and practice frameworks of youth work |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Assess core youth work practice values to ensure supports and interventions are young person-centred 3.2 Apply practice frameworks to maximise support for the young person as a unique individual 3.3 Demonstrate support for the young person’s rights and safety including access and equity of services |
Element: |
4. Work with understanding of the impact of values in determining the approach to working with young people |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Identify and reflect on own values and experiences which may impact on approaches to youth work 4.2 Work with awareness of organisation’s values 4.3 Make sure interventions and supports are appropriate to the young person’s own values |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the below elements.
1. Apply understanding of the social, historical, economic, legal and political contexts of young people |
1.1 Assess and respond to the needs of young people within the context of their experiences 1.2 Research, analyse and maintain up-to-date knowledge and awareness of the social, political, economic and legal contexts of young people 1.3 Research, analyse and apply understanding of youth policy in practices of youth work 1.4 Apply understanding of the historical and cultural constructs of youth and the changing context of young people |
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2. Apply understanding of the context of youth work |
2.1 Apply knowledge of youth contexts to youth work practice 2.2 Identify legal frameworks which impact on context of youth work 2.3 Research, maintain and apply models and frameworks of youth work in a variety of youth work contexts 2.4 Develop a comprehensive understanding of the youth sector |
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3. Work within the core values and practice frameworks of youth work |
3.1 Assess core youth work practice values to ensure supports and interventions are young person-centred 3.2 Apply practice frameworks to maximise support for the young person as a unique individual 3.3 Demonstrate support for the young person’s rights and safety including access and equity of services |
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4. Work with understanding of the impact of values in determining the approach to working with young people |
4.1 Identify and reflect on own values and experiences which may impact on approaches to youth work 4.2 Work with awareness of organisation’s values 4.3 Make sure interventions and supports are appropriate to the young person’s own values |
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.
Teaching Schedule
Week |
Topic |
Content |
Week 1 & 2
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Welcome, introductions, unit introduction |
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Week 3 & 4
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History of youth work & “the youth work context” Models of youth work practice |
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Week 5
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Mutual respect and autonomy in youth work. Common misconceptions/myths. Youth centred practice. Ethics in Youth Work |
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Week 6 |
Recognising individual needs and circumstances. Physical, moral and psychosocial development and behaviour of young people |
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Week 7 |
Legal, ethical and political context for youth work.
Develop an understanding of cultural diversity in Youth Work Practice |
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Week 8 |
Creating opportunities. Goal setting and planning. Recognising and responding to strengths and assets Working with diversity. |
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Week 9 |
Being informed – research in youth work Preparing for placement |
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Week 10 |
VE Break (No classes) |
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Week 11 |
Organisational context Working for a youth organisation Representing your workplace (Afternoon Session) |
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Week 12
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Providing services to young people. Goal and agenda setting. Targeted assistance and referrals. Advocacy |
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Week 13
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Recognising and responding to risks experienced by young people Responding to critical situations Responding to crises with young people and their families |
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Week 14
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Child protection Child Safe Standards Mandatory reporting Abuse and neglect Ethical concerns |
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Week 15 |
Working with Young People Workplace Investigation |
Placement preparation and allocations |
Week 16 |
Working with Young People Workplace Investigation |
Placement preparation and allocations |
Week 17 |
Working with Young People Workplace Investigation |
Placement preparation and allocations |
Week 18 |
Placement Updates Semester 1 Wrap Up/Assessments |
Placement preparation and allocations |
Semester 2
Week |
Topic |
Content |
Week 1 & 2
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Identify and Respond to risk |
Identify and respond to risk role plays, preparation, content, role plays scheduled in pairs. Placement follow ups/student support assessments and placement identification
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Week 3 & 4
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Identify and Respond to risk
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Identify and respond to risk role plays, preparation, content, role plays scheduled in pairs. Placement follow ups/student support assessments and placement identification |
Week 5
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Identify and Respond to risk |
Identify and respond to risk role plays, preparation, content, role plays scheduled in pairs. Placement follow ups/student support assessments and placement identification |
Week 6 |
Identify and Respond to risk
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Identify and respond to risk role plays, preparation, content, role plays scheduled in pairs. Placement follow ups/student support assessments and placement identification |
Week 7 |
Identify and Respond to risk
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Identify and respond to risk role plays, preparation, content, role plays scheduled in pairs. Placement follow ups/student support assessments and placement identification |
Week 8 |
Placement Observation |
Placement follow ups/student support assessments and placement identification. Introduce students to the Observation checklist that is completed in relation to assessments Resumes, Key Selection Criteria, cover letters, job futures. |
Week 9 |
VE Break (No classes) |
VE Break (No classes) |
Week 10 |
Placement Observation |
Placement follow ups/student support assessments and placement identification. Introduce students to the Observation checklist that is completed in relation to assessments Resumes, Key Selection Criteria, cover letters, job futures. |
Week 11 |
Placement Observation |
Placement follow ups/student support assessments and placement identification. Introduce students to the Observation checklist that is completed in relation to assessments Resumes, Key Selection Criteria, cover letters, job futures. |
Week 12 |
Placement block |
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Week 13 |
Placement block |
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Week 14 |
Placement presentation and verbal questioning linked to placement assessments. assessment |
Placement Presentations/ verbal assessments linked to placement. Assessment and placement support. Student lead learning on topics. |
Week 15 |
Placement presentation and verbal questioning linked to placement assessments. assessment |
Placement Presentations/ verbal assessments linked to placement. Assessment and placement support. Student lead learning on topics. |
Week 16 |
Placement presentation and verbal questioning linked to placement assessments. assessment |
Placement Presentations/ verbal assessments linked to placement. Assessment and placement support. Student lead learning on topics. |
Week 17 |
Placement presentation and verbal questioning linked to placement assessments. assessment |
Placement Presentations/ verbal assessments linked to placement. Assessment and placement support. Student lead learning on topics. |
Week 18 |
Placement presentation and verbal questioning linked to placement assessments. assessment |
Placement Presentations/ verbal assessments linked to placement. Assessment and placement support. Student lead learning on topics. |
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 course is assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment.
To demonstrate competency in this course you will need to complete the following assessment tasks to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher when you have completed the assessment tasks.
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS ALIGNED TO WORK PLACEMENT ACTIVITIES.
Students must complete 80 hours of work placement supported by RMIT to achieve competency in these units. These units support students learning and assessment in the workplace.
Assessment Task 1: Working with Young People Research questions
This assessment requires you to answer a series of questions about working with young people in the youth work context.
Assessment Task 2: Working with Young People: Workplace Investigation
This assessment requires you to participate in two separate role plays about ethics and a critical incident experienced in the youth work context.
Assessment Task 3: Workplace Observation – Responding to children and young people at risk
This assessment requires you to conduct a workplace investigation locating policies and procedures and interviewing an experienced youth worker.
Assessment Task 4: Workplace Observation: Working with a Group.
This assessment requires you to be observed working with a group of young people and verbally answering a series of questions.
Assessment Task 5: Workplace Observation: Working with young people to set goals and provide information
This assessment requires you to be observed working with a number of individual young people and verbally answering a series of questions.
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Grades that apply to courses that are delivered and assessed in accordance with competency-based assessment are:You should refer to the assessment plan which is available on Canvas for details of each assessment task and for detailed assessment criteria.
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 Unit if you would like to find out more (https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services)
A student charter http://www.rmit.edu.au/about/studentcharter summarises your responsibilities as an RMIT student as well as those of your teachers.
Your course assessment conforms to RMIT assessment principles, regulations, policies, procedures and instructions which are available for review online: https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1: Working with Young People Research Questions - ehe purpose of this assessment is for you to demonstrate theoretical knowledge that you need to apply to your practice as a youth worker.
Assessment Task 2: The purpose of this assessment is for you to find information in your workplace to enhance your understandings of working with young people. This information will build on the induction program you have undertaken at the start of your work placement.
Assessment Task 3: The purpose of this assessment task is for you to demonstrate how to respond to incidents in the workplace and duty of care requirements when working as a youth worker. You will complete two observations; one responding to a young person at risk and one responding to a critical incident. These do not need to completed on the same day. An assessor will observe you communicating and engaging with a young person regarding an incident or crisis. You are required to respond appropriately to the situation and follow your duty of care requirements. The observation checklist outlines the actions you are required to demonstrate.
Assessment Task 4: The purpose of this assessment is to observe you communicating and engaging with young people in a youth work context. You will apply good communication, interpersonal skills and inclusive practices, your knowledge about the characteristics of young people and the youth centred work practices you have learnt.
Assessment Task 5: The purpose of this assessment is to observe you providing services to two young people appropriate to their needs, this includes providing advocacy support. You will support with these two young people to identify their needs and seek support to meet their needs. This assessment task will assess your ability to work with an individual young person
Assessment Task 6: The purpose of this assessment is to support two (2) young people in an individual and group youth work setting by identifying their current needs and setting goals to meet these needs. You will support these young people to identify and work towards achieving their goals. This assessment task will assess your ability to work effectively with young
people
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.
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
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant unit of competency.
The assessment matrix is located 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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