Screening CORRECT ANSWER Process by which a client is determined appropriate and eligible for admission into a particular program. Criteria may include
... [Show More] age, sex, place of residence, legal status, veteran status, income level, and/or referral source
Evaluate the psychological, social, and physiological signs and symptoms. Identify any coexisting conditions
Make sure age, gender, ability to pay fits
Determine appropriateness
This is the first step in establishing rapport with a client (may be client's first attempt at seeking help
These types of forms may include patient demographic data, referral source, presenting problems, insurance availability
Screening tasks: assemble screening forms, collect and analyze information from referral sources, interview the prospective client, analyze all info to determine the client's appropriateness, referral if client is not appropriate
Intake CORRECT ANSWER The administrative and initial assessment procedures for admission to a program. Complete required documents for admission into program (paperwork). Obtain signed consents (ROIs), assign the primary counselor
Occurs after the client is accepted into treatment, confidentiality is discussed
Orientation CORRECT ANSWER Describing to the client the general nature and goals of the program; the rules governing client conduct and infractions that can lead to disciplinary action or discharge from the program, the hours during which services are available, treatment costs, and client's rights.
Provide an overview to the client describing program goals, rules, and objectives
Introduce the program, rules, and regulations to the client. Present the client with their rights, tour, assign bed
Assessment CORRECT ANSWER Those procedures by which a counselor/program identifies and evaluates an individual's strengths, weaknesses, problems, and needs for the development of the treatment plan. Usually emphasized in the beginning of treatment, but can be continuous [Show Less]