Hello all,
I would need some further assistance on the below case studies:
1. You are working in an early childhood education and care service when a women approaches and says ‘I am Astrid’s aunty and her mum has asked me to pick her up today’. You refer to information provided at enrolment and only one person, her mother, is authorised to pick her up. What would you do and why?
My answer: I would kindly let her know that Astrid’s mum was the only person who was authorised to pick her up on the enrolment form. However, I would immediately inform Astrid’s mum for verification, and authorisation for her aunty to collect Astrid obtained if appropriate. We owe a duty of care to the children in our care to ensure their safety is paramount and we must comply with our obligations under state or territory child protection laws.
2. You have a disagreement with a co-worker where you work. The problem has been left unresolved, and is now impacting your interactions and daily communication with each other leading to further misunderstandings and frustration. What would you do and why?
My answer: To calm this situation down, it would be helpful to take a positive approach to conflict resolution, where discussion is courteous and non-confrontational, and the focus is on issues rather than on individuals. If this is done, then, as long as the other person listens carefully and explore facts, issues and possible solutions properly, conflict can often be resolved effectively.
3. A 3 ½ year old boy, Ghani, who attends the service where you work refuses to feed himself. He will not eat finger food, and you believe that he does not know to hold a spoon or fork. You approach his mother to discuss your concern who simply says ‘I feed him’. What would you do and why?
My answer: I would have a private talk with the mum and would be understanding of her cultural background and her right to feed her child, however I would try to help her understand that children have a drive to be independent and do things on their own. This is a healthy part of normal child development. it would be extremely helpful for him to be able to feed himself while he is at the service, because the best way to build independent feeding skills is to learn the normal developmental stages of self-feeding. I would offer her some suggestions on helping him to learn to feed himself, e.g. Introduce a spoon and fork and give children plenty of time to practice. Consider bowls that attach to the table, child-sized utensils and small cups with handles and spouts (such as measuring cups) for pouring. Encourage Ghani to try for himself but provide help and encouragement when needed so he doesn't get frustrated. As an early childhood educator, it is my legal an ethical responsibility to create a welcoming, safe and non discriminating environment for both child and the family.
4. You are assisting a 3 year old boy, Barry, with toileting when you notice bruising on his thighs. When asked what happened, Barry looks at the ground. On taking a closer look, you see that bruising also appears on his back and upper torso. The bruises are of different colour, some are yellow and brown, where others are more red and purple. It seems they are similar in shape and size. What would you do and why?
My answer: I would suspect Barry has been abused, and it is important for his family to reach out for help and not isolate itself. Even if I am not sure, it is better to report it rather than do nothing. I will remain calm and make sure I do not express shock, panic or disbelief. Find a private place to talk to Barry and keep information confidential, only those who absolutely need to know should be told at this point. I could seek expert advice by contacting Child Safety Services and ask how best to respond to the situation.
I did not pass these in my assignment, so any help or further suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Melody
CHCCS400C - Scenarios On What You Would Do & Why
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CHCCS400C - Scenarios On What You Would Do & Why
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Re: CHCCS400C - Scenarios On What You Would Do & Why
For each scenario you are very general about what you would do. The "why" is good though. Here are my ideas about what you could do for each:
1. You need to verify with Astrid's mum as well as another educator must make the confirmation with the mother too. Get Aunty's full name from Astrids mum. Ask Aunty to show you her photo id (driver's license) that shows her photo as well as her full name. Once this has been checked then the child can be authorised to leave with the Aunty.
2. Talk to the director about this issue. Set up a meeting with the co-worker and the director to mediate. During the meeting discuss disagreement, unresolved issues and any further misunderstandings. Come to a solution that you both agree on and can progress towards.
3. Give Ghani a choice to use his hands to feed himself. Cut/chop food up so child is able to feed himself using his hands. If he refuses food give him an alternate choice. Talk to mum positively on how independent Ghani is becoming and how he is beginning to develop self help tasks and skills on his own. Provide examples to mum on how he is able to put his shoes on, put his jacket on by himself and how during this time you can also casually mention how Ghani can start feeding by himself as he needs to develop this skill for when he goes to big school.
4. Red and purple bruises indicate they are recent while yellow and brown bruises indicate they are a few days old. Make an observation record on what you have observed and note down the size and location of the bruises on the child's body. Discuss with director and file a report with child protective services.
Hope this helps,
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Lorina
1. You need to verify with Astrid's mum as well as another educator must make the confirmation with the mother too. Get Aunty's full name from Astrids mum. Ask Aunty to show you her photo id (driver's license) that shows her photo as well as her full name. Once this has been checked then the child can be authorised to leave with the Aunty.
2. Talk to the director about this issue. Set up a meeting with the co-worker and the director to mediate. During the meeting discuss disagreement, unresolved issues and any further misunderstandings. Come to a solution that you both agree on and can progress towards.
3. Give Ghani a choice to use his hands to feed himself. Cut/chop food up so child is able to feed himself using his hands. If he refuses food give him an alternate choice. Talk to mum positively on how independent Ghani is becoming and how he is beginning to develop self help tasks and skills on his own. Provide examples to mum on how he is able to put his shoes on, put his jacket on by himself and how during this time you can also casually mention how Ghani can start feeding by himself as he needs to develop this skill for when he goes to big school.
4. Red and purple bruises indicate they are recent while yellow and brown bruises indicate they are a few days old. Make an observation record on what you have observed and note down the size and location of the bruises on the child's body. Discuss with director and file a report with child protective services.
Hope this helps,
,Lorina
