General Information
This one day session looks at the reasons for implementing change in the
delivery of services and working practices and the need to adhere to current
trends to ensure that sheltered housing meets the needs and requirements of the
older people which it houses. The course is designed primarily for people who
work in - or are responsible for the management of - sheltered housing. User
groups such as tenants associations, social service staff and health workers may
also find the course of interest.A range of training methods will be used in delivering the course content.
This will assist in ensuring effective input of course material. Participants
will be encouraged to take an active part in each session.
Aims & Objectives Of The Course
The aim of the course is to look at the structure of sheltered housing and
consider ways of ensuring this meets with the needs of its users. Participants
will develop their skills, attitudes and knowledge in the areas of:
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The
need for evaluating services and taking appropriate response |
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Promoting
a positive image towards team work within the organisation |
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Understanding
the value of implementing change within the service |
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The
development of a responsive service within sheltered housing |
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Benefits
of belonging to a multi-functional team |
Objectives
By the end of the course participants should be able to:
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Identify
reasons for implementing change within the organisation |
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Recognise
the need for constant evaluation of service delivery |
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Describe
ways to maximise the use of other team members |
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Demonstrate
methods to promote themselves as effective team members |
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Create
an action plan for effective team building |
Summary
The course is designed to be flexible and the content and setting can be varied
to meet the particular requirements of individual groups.
Participants will be encouraged to adopt a supportive and positive approach
to the group as a whole. It is hoped that this will allow individuals to achieve
greater proficiency and confidence through taking part in a stimulating and
enjoyable learning programme.
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