Assessment overview

This qualification is usful for many kinds of volunteer positions in community services, although this version is specifically designed for Community Aged Care.

You will always be working under supervision, even if your supervisor is often not actually present. The units statements tell you specifically what is expected for each unit.

The assessment comprises:

• Workplace walkaround where the students show the assessor what they do and answer any relevant questions the assessor asks. It should cover all skills listed.
• A reference from your workplace supervisor,
• A portfolio of your workplace documents (memos, reports, etc.)
• The questions. The assessor may choose to offer them as either an interview or a set of assignments. In some cases, it may be better to do them a seras ies of informal discussions, some of which could be done during workplace walkarounds.
• Other: Any gaps will be assessed through activities done during training sessions.

If your reports contain some confidential information, you are responsible to get any necessary clearances. You are also responsible to meet any confidentiality requirements of your organization and the ACAS assessor is required to comply with the requirements of the Privacy Act.

You will also need to demonstrate foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

You will need to make sure all tasks get done according to current standards of your organization.

You will need to manage all tasks that fall under your purview during the period of assessment. This includes dealing with the responsibilities and expectations of the workplace, and with the people in your organization.

There should be no lapses in your proficiency, and it should cover all normal situations.

Your ability to handle contingencies is essential. It is your responsibility to handle any problems arising, such as people who don't show up, staff failures, equipment breakdowns, and changes in schedules.