Dream Job: Caseworker, predominantly working with children and young people.
Substantive Selection Criteria: Proven ability to relate to and work with children and young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
I believe through studying a Bachelor of Human Services/Justice at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) I will gain the experience and skills necessary to fulfil this criterion. Both areas of study will assist me in understanding the difficulties youth faces in society and the most appropriate way to support them. Human services will teach me about everyday people in need, social issues and how to best provide assistance to individuals. In my 2nd and 4th year I complete units tailored to understanding child development …show more content…
I have already demonstrated experience in casework practices through completing a Certificate IV in Justice Studies last year. One of the units titled Communicate with Clients tested me on my ability to locate support agencies, provide assistance to clients facing difficulties and communicate effectively with families. By passing this unit it demonstrates that I do have an understanding of what is required in the casework practice and provides me with a good foundation to continue my studies.
Furthermore, I plan to obtain more experience in casework practice and the framework surrounding it, through my university degree. In the 3rd year of my degree I intend to undertake SWB211 Casework and Case Management, which educates me on casework practices and understanding the limitations and strengths associated with the practice. As well as providing me with fundamental knowledge, skills and tools necessary for the …show more content…
I would choose SEEK Learning because of its external study feature which enables me to work part-time whilst I study, it’s acceptance of prior learning meaning I can skip units I have already covered in my university degree, and how the course is covered by VET FEE-HELP. The course is a Diploma in Community Services CHC52015, that covers out of home care policies in its first unit (CHCPRT001 Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk). The unit also teaches how to support and protect children at risk as well as the corresponding legislation and policy frameworks.
Finally, I plan to further demonstrate my understanding of out of home care by volunteering with the Department of Child Protect and Family Support. The Department provide a volunteer mentoring program that works to supports children in the care of the department by reasons of abuse or neglect. The program provides training and the opportunity to work with children experiencing out of home
Substantive Selection Criteria: Proven ability to relate to and work with children and young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties.
I believe through studying a Bachelor of Human Services/Justice at Queensland University of Technology (QUT) I will gain the experience and skills necessary to fulfil this criterion. Both areas of study will assist me in understanding the difficulties youth faces in society and the most appropriate way to support them. Human services will teach me about everyday people in need, social issues and how to best provide assistance to individuals. In my 2nd and 4th year I complete units tailored to understanding child development …show more content…
I have already demonstrated experience in casework practices through completing a Certificate IV in Justice Studies last year. One of the units titled Communicate with Clients tested me on my ability to locate support agencies, provide assistance to clients facing difficulties and communicate effectively with families. By passing this unit it demonstrates that I do have an understanding of what is required in the casework practice and provides me with a good foundation to continue my studies.
Furthermore, I plan to obtain more experience in casework practice and the framework surrounding it, through my university degree. In the 3rd year of my degree I intend to undertake SWB211 Casework and Case Management, which educates me on casework practices and understanding the limitations and strengths associated with the practice. As well as providing me with fundamental knowledge, skills and tools necessary for the …show more content…
I would choose SEEK Learning because of its external study feature which enables me to work part-time whilst I study, it’s acceptance of prior learning meaning I can skip units I have already covered in my university degree, and how the course is covered by VET FEE-HELP. The course is a Diploma in Community Services CHC52015, that covers out of home care policies in its first unit (CHCPRT001 Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk). The unit also teaches how to support and protect children at risk as well as the corresponding legislation and policy frameworks.
Finally, I plan to further demonstrate my understanding of out of home care by volunteering with the Department of Child Protect and Family Support. The Department provide a volunteer mentoring program that works to supports children in the care of the department by reasons of abuse or neglect. The program provides training and the opportunity to work with children experiencing out of home