Cu1516 Introduction to Personal Development in Health, Social Care or Children’s and Young People’s Settings

CU1516 Introduction to Personal Development in Health,
Social Care or Children’s and Young People’s Settings

Learning outcomes | Assessment criteria | Exemplification |
1 Understand what is required for competence in own work role | 1.1 Describe the duties and responsibilities of own role |       My current job role is as a ‘health care assistant’. I am responsible for providing support to the individuals which includes:       Personal care, assisting with meal preparation, assisting them or feed them if it is need, assisting with activities, talk and listen to them, to keep clean their room and environment, maintaining records for service delivered and the most important: offer the individuals independence and choices.         I received an induction training course when I first joined the company, which provided specialised training relating to the learning disability sector. I receive regular supervision with my line manager, where I can discuss any problems, and get support. I attend regular refresher courses in training, so that I am up to date with the current standards required for my role. I treat all service users with respect and dignity, and my work practices reflect and promote equal opportunities. I have read, and understand my Company’s policies and procedures, and am aware of what to do in most circumstances, and the correct reporting/recording procedures to follow. I always work in a professional manner, and ensure all service user information is kept up to date, and confidential.       Responsibilities are to do with the qualities that underpin the way you work, for example that you are reliable, dependable, conscientious and trustworthy; that you conduct yourself as required and demonstrate respect, consideration and maturity; that you comply with Policies and Procedures and Codes of Practice. Being responsible means being accountable for your actions and being prepared to improve. My responsibility to contribute to a safe environment means...