Question, Look through the newspapers. Find three articles relevant to community services workers or the community services industry at large. Cut out and keep these articles. Briefly describe each issue Why is the issue of relevance to the community services worker/industry? What is the potential effect/impact on the community services agency or program Question 2 Choose one government and non- government organization relevant to community services work in South Australia Write a brief description of the role of each organisation, including the following details: Name of organisation Vision/mission ( the core business of the organisation) Structure (formal structure, paid and volunteer staff etc) Programs or services offered by the organisation Note: many agencies now have their own web sites (generally an excellent source of background information). Annual reports and publicity brochures are also a good source of information. (Optional) You can write about Minda organisation www.mindainc.com.au Question 3 Obtain a job description for a support worker ( eg aged care, disability , youth) from a community service organisation. If you are already working in this type of role, use your own job description. If not, you may be able to access one from a job advertisement (usually job and person specifications are available to prospective applicants). List the key responsibilities/ duties and essential knowledge refer to Communication skills Ability to work in teams Seeking advice of feedback about your job role and/or work performance Written reports and records Using technology and equipment Occupational health and safety policies and procedures Question 4 You are working as a support worker in a community organisation and are relieving on the reception desk at lunch time. A young woman comes in. she is carrying a baby and also has a toddler in a pram. When you speak with her, she asks to see a female doctor, she speaks little English. The baby is unsettled...
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