S6.1.9 – Work with the community to implement action plans
S6 – Community Capacity Building
S6.1 – Promote Community Partnership and Participation to Increase Self-sufficiency and Enhance Productivity
S6.1.9 – Work with the community to implement action plans
Why is this competency important?
- to contribute to the well-being of families and the community
- to create a self-reliant community
- to enhance economic development
To demonstrate this competency, career development practitioners must:
- assist in establishing ownership of the action plan:
- develop a core group of natural helpers and representatives of the community’s diversity to lead the implementation process:
- individuals in this group should be respected by and committed to the community
- promote an environment that encourages sharing of resources, e.g., financial, human resources, physical
- work with individuals to assist them in identifying their roles
- encourage the community to take ownership of their plans, e.g., encourage individuals to volunteer for certain roles
- act as resources during the implementation process, when asked
Notes
- The role of the career development practitioner is to support the community’s efforts, not to drive them.