Support Service to Persons with Disabilities

Identify and understand needs and concerns of people with physical, emotional, learning and intellectual disabilities and their families

Type

Domain

Competency Area

Care Services

Levels

Ensure the safety of persons with disabilities

Escort persons with disabilities safely from one location to another

Support persons with disabilities in moving from one location to another location with help of transport device or walking aid

Treat persons with disabilities with respect and dignity

Apply appropriate self- care techniques to maintain emotional health of oneself

Provide support and identify referral services

Identify appropriate support, devices and aids specific to persons with disabilities

Provide information relating to social services and support for persons with disabilities and their families

Identify the different types of social services and support required which may be dependent on the types of disabilities

Attend to the emotional needs of persons with disabilities using a range of communication techniques

Demonstrate understanding of concepts of inclusiveness

Plan training and interventions according to the individual care plans

Build a positive relationship with clients and caregivers

Guide care staff in understanding the needs and interests of persons with disabilities

Identify needs and concerns of persons with disabilities and their families

Use models of disability to recognise the behaviour of persons with disabilities and their potential

Facilitate self-care among staff

Monitor condition and emotional state of self

Influence staff members to treat persons with disabilities with respect and dignity

Influence partners for clients to receive services

Refer persons with disabilities to relevant support services when required