Child Protection  ·  Level 5
Psycho-Social Support
Chapter 1: Carry out psychosocial needs assessment (PSS)
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Practical 1: Conduct individual psychosocial interviews to assess client needs

Child Protection · Level 5
Psycho-Social Support
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Conduct a structured psychosocial interview lasting 45 minutes to assess individual client needs and complete all relevant forms accurately.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
PenPsychosocial support assessment forms
Name tag with designationReferral forms
Bio-data form
Box of tissues
Water bottle
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Chair for client1 Pc per Candidate
2Chair for interviewer1 Pc per Candidate
3Small table1 Pc per Candidate
4Box of tissues1 Box per Candidate
5Water bottle (500ml)1 Pc per Candidate
6Pen2 Pcs per Candidate
7Psychosocial support assessment forms1 Set per Candidate
8Referral forms1 Set per Candidate
9Bio-data form1 Pc per Candidate
10Name tag with designation1 Pc per Candidate
11Wall clock1 Pc per Candidate
12Wastepaper basket1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare counselling environment and client orientation
Arranged 2 chairs 2 feet apart with a small table and water placed nearby
(Award 2 marks for appropriate arrangement or 0 if not; Award 1 mark for any 3 items arranged)
2
Wore name tag clearly indicating name and designation
(Award 1 mark if worn properly or 0 if not)
1
Greeted the client appropriately and invited self-introduction
(Award 1 mark if performed or 0 if not)
1
Oriented client to psychosocial support services and showed client where to sit
(Award 1 mark if performed or 0 if not)
1
Portrayed appropriate body language and used suitable tone of voice
(Award 1 mark if demonstrated or 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total6
TASK 2: Conduct psychosocial needs assessment
Identified and correctly filled client bio-data including birth order, occupation, contacts, physical address, and medical history
(Award 2 marks if all obtained or 0 if incomplete)
2
Used at least 4 psychosocial assessment tools/forms appropriately
(Award 2 marks for correct use or 0 if not)
2
Identified at least 4 psychosocial needs such as anxiety, stress, depression, or medical checkup
(Award 2 marks if 4 needs identified or 0 if fewer)
2
Identified at least 4 psychosocial support interventions based on needs identified
(Award 2 marks if 4 interventions identified or 0 if fewer)
2
Applied relevant counselling skills during assessment including active listening, minimal prompts, unconditional positive regard, empathy, questioning, and summarizing
(Award 2 marks if at least 3 skills applied or 0 if not)
2
Identified at least 3 appropriate linkages for reintegration such as parents/caregivers, local administration, police, or children department
(Award 2 marks if at least 3 linkages identified or 0 if not)
2
Sub-Total12
TASK 3: Terminate psychosocial interview and referral
Concluded the counselling session highlighting key issues discussed
(Award 2 marks if conclusion done or 0 if not)
2
Conducted appropriate referral based on case needs and presented filled referral form
(Award 2 marks if referral done with form or 0 if not)
2
Ensured confidentiality and explained its limitations to the client
(Award 1 mark if explained or 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total5
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Completed psychosocial assessment forms and bio-data accurately with legible handwriting
(Award 3 marks if forms are complete and legible or 0 if incomplete)
3
Referral form correctly filled and signed where applicable
(Award 2 marks if correct or 0 if not)
2
Interview environment arranged as per standards with all required materials present
(Award 2 marks if environment is appropriate or 0 if not)
2
Sub-Total7
GRAND TOTAL30
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Facilitate Focus Group Discussions to Assess Community Psychosocial Needs

Child Protection · Level 5
Psycho-Social Support
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Facilitate a focus group discussion with 5 participants to assess community psychosocial needs and document key findings.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
ChairsBox of tissues
Small tableWater bottles
NotepadReferral forms
Pen
Flip chart or whiteboard
Markers
Name tags
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Chairs5 Pcs per Candidate
2Small table1 Pc per Candidate
3Notepad1 Pc per Candidate
4Pen2 Pcs per Candidate
5Flip chart or whiteboard1 Pc per 3 Candidates
6Markers3 Pcs per Candidate
7Box of tissues1 Box per Candidate
8Water bottles5 Bottles per Candidate
9Name tags5 Pcs per Candidate
10Referral forms3 Pcs per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare the Focus Group Discussion Environment
Arrange 5 chairs in a circle with a small table on the side
(Award 2 marks for correct arrangement or 1 mark for partially correct)
2
Place box of tissues and water bottles accessible to participants
(Award 1 mark if both placed or 0 if not)
1
Ensure availability of referral forms and name tags
(Award 1 mark if all materials are ready or 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total4
TASK 2: Facilitate the Focus Group Discussion
Wear name tag clearly indicating name and designation
(Award 1 mark if worn or 0 if not)
1
Greet participants appropriately and introduce yourself as psychosocial support officer
(Award 1 mark if done or 0 if not)
1
Invite participants to self-introduce
(Award 1 mark if done or 0 if not)
1
Use appropriate body language and tone of voice throughout
(Award 1 mark if appropriate or 0 if not)
1
Use active listening and minimal prompts during discussion
(Award 2 marks if both demonstrated or 1 mark if one demonstrated)
2
Identify at least 4 psychosocial needs from participants (e.g. anxiety, stress, depression, grief)
(Award 2 marks if 4 needs identified or 1 mark if 2-3 identified)
2
Identify at least 4 psychosocial support interventions (e.g. counselling, life skills training, assurance giving, referrals)
(Award 2 marks if 4 interventions identified or 1 mark if 2-3 identified)
2
Explain confidentiality and its limitations to participants
(Award 1 mark if explained or 0 if not)
1
Record key points and findings clearly in notepad or flip chart
(Award 2 marks if clear and complete or 1 mark if partial)
2
Identify appropriate linkages for reintegration (e.g. parents/caregivers, local administration, police, children department)
(Award 2 marks if 3 or more linkages identified or 1 mark if 2 identified)
2
Sub-Total15
TASK 3: Terminate the Focus Group Discussion
Summarize and highlight key psychosocial issues discussed
(Award 1 mark if summary given or 0 if not)
1
Conduct appropriate referrals based on needs identified using referral forms
(Award 2 marks if referrals done and forms filled or 0 if not)
2
Thank participants and close the discussion session appropriately
(Award 1 mark if done or 0 if not)
1
Sub-Total4
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Focus group discussion notes clearly documenting at least 4 psychosocial needs and 4 interventions
(Award 5 marks if all documented clearly or partial marks for less)
5
Filled referral forms correctly completed for participants needing support
(Award 4 marks if correctly filled or 0 if none or incorrect)
4
Properly arranged focus group environment with materials visibly set up
(Award 3 marks if environment arranged as required or 1-2 marks for partial)
3
Sub-Total12
GRAND TOTAL35
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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