ACD 247 - Assessment and Case Management in Addiction

1. Describe and demonstrate the initial assessment procedures and interview procedures with the goal of gathering important case history using a comprehensive set of instruments. [REASON]
2. Explain the client engagement goal to prioritize with the client their treatment options and goals for treatment and recovery. [REASON]
3. Describe related federal and state laws and agency regulations regarding confidentiality, client care standards, documentation of treatment events and progress and outcomes according to ethical guidelines. [REASON]
4. Describe verbally and in writing the symptoms of substance abuse and dependency and the importance of accurate diagnostic procedures and documentation. [REASON]
5. Demonstrate basic familiarity with initial diagnostic skills that include the use of the DSM, screening instruments, ASAM placement, various assessment history and psychosocial instruments in tests and simulations. [REASON]
6. Express a conceptually accurate understanding of various treatment options,such as confidentiality release forms, common admission procedures, and client orientation and admission activity. [REASON]
7. Demonstrate the skills necessary to assess client’s readiness for change; reassess level of motivation throughout treatment, and revise placement criteria and treatment plan. [REASON]
8. Describe in writing the necessity for client referral to other community resources and the need to network to maintain those relationship for smooth client transition. [COMMUNICATE]
9. Identify Washington state patient records regulations and how to maintain current, formal court testimony in a secure and well organized chart. [REASON]