Recovery from Psychiatric Disabilities

2005 ◽  
Vol 36 (4) ◽  
pp. 4-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Patricia B. Nemec ◽  
Cheryl Gagne
Keyword(s):  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Recovery Process ◽  
Psychiatric Disabilities ◽  
Direct Service ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Direct Service Providers

Although researchers and policy-makers now recognize that people do recover from psychiatric disabilities, direct service providers still know little about factors that influence recovery, and often lack the knowledge and skill to facilitate the recovery process. This article reviews the recent research on recovery and presents implications for practice in vocational rehabilitation.

Direct-Service Providers and Burnout

1981 ◽  
Vol 62 (6) ◽  
pp. 352-361 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joan Streepy
Keyword(s):  
Service Providers ◽  
Direct Service ◽  
Family Service ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Direct Service Providers ◽  
Family Service Agencies ◽  
Service Agencies

A study designed to investigate the incidence of worker burnout examined worker, client, job, and agency characteristics in twelve family service agencies. Emphasis was placed on identifying factors associated with burnout so that steps can be devised to work toward its prevention or elimination.

The Potential Impact of the Legalization and Decriminalization of Marijuana on the Vocational Rehabilitation Process. Why the Buzz?

2015 ◽  
Vol 46 (2) ◽  
pp. 3-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephanie L. Lusk ◽  
Teresia M. Paul ◽  
Raylon Wilson
Keyword(s):  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Policy Makers ◽  
Rehabilitation Process ◽  
Medicinal Use ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Potential Impact ◽  
Recreational Use ◽  
And Training

The medicinal use of marijuana has been legalized in 23 states and the District of Columbia to date. Of these states, Colorado, Washington, Oregon, and most recently Alaska have legalized the recreational use of marijuana for individuals 21 and older as well. There are also 18 states that have decriminalized its use while all other states have some form of prohibition laws. Because individuals with disabilities are at an increased risk for developing substance use disorders or have ailments (e.g., multiple sclerosis, neuropathic pain) that can possibly be treated using marijuana, this could potentially create an unwelcomed challenge through which counselors and consumers alike must navigate. As a result, it is important that counselors, service providers, and policy makers be proactive in thinking about and preparing for any and all consequences particularly as it relates to the vocational rehabilitation process. Engaging in dialogue and addressing the issues surrounding the use of marijuana beforehand allows for the development of an action plan that has been thoroughly considered and can then be administered in an efficient and streamlined fashion. This paper hopes to serve as the impetus for such dialogue while also providing information on marijuana’s pharmacological properties, the positive and negative benefits of its use, legal considerations, and training and educational implications for counselors.

scholarly journals Creating, Recruiting, and Developing: Key Tasks and Their Challenges

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. 433-433
Author(s):  
Faith Helm ◽  
Edward Ansello
Keyword(s):  
Best Practices ◽  
Educational Philosophy ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Direct Service ◽  
Time Limits ◽  
Person Centered Care ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Direct Service Providers ◽  
Centered Care ◽  
Paid Caregivers

Abstract The ECHO model is uniquely suited to developing education for a wide range of agencies and providers serving the needs of older adults with IDD. The program’s structure and its educational philosophy depend on modeling teamwork in both the hub and the spokes. Recruitment of participants included paid caregivers, healthcare practitioners, and direct service providers, focusing on team participation at each site. In developing the curriculum, it was critical to recognize the roles played by each sector, as well as the complementary contributions of others. Consequently, curriculum content needed to be multidisciplinary and multifocal, and recognize both the breadth of contributors and time limits in selecting content for each session. Didactic presentations and case studies embodied these features. Priorities included best practices in person-centered care; differential diagnoses; and physical, social, and environmental factors. The facilitators of, and challenges to, these priorities offer implications for advancing educational programs with similar objectives.

scholarly journals A Measure for Supporting Implementation of Direct Telehealth Therapy with Treatment Integrity

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen Nohelty ◽  
Leah Hirschfeld ◽  
Christopher Miyake
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Integrity ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Service Model ◽  
Direct Service ◽  
Direct Service Providers ◽  
Therapy Sessions ◽  
Therapy Treatment ◽  
Point Of Reference

As direct telehealth therapy sessions are being increasingly provided for safety reasons during the COVID-19 pandemic, it is critical to ensure that sessions are implemented with integrity by direct service providers. While existing research addresses the efficacy of the telehealth model, there is no literature on integrity measures tied to this service model. Without a framework or point of reference, clinicians new to the field or telehealth therapy may not be able or willing to attempt to implement telehealth therapy. The telehealth therapy treatment integrity measure (TTTIM) is designed to delineate components of effective telehealth therapy, including both aspects of instruction that should be generalized from in-person sessions to telehealth therapy sessions as well as new elements that are unique to telehealth therapy. A description of how the measure can be utilized to support training, both initial and ongoing, of direct service providers is included. This measure can support clinicians in ensuring that direct service providers are working within their scope of competence when providing telehealth therapy.

Traumatic brain injury and intimate partner violence: Addressing knowledge and service gaps among indigenous populations in Canada

2019 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 197-210 ◽  
Author(s):  
Halina (Lin) Haag ◽  
Melissa Biscardi ◽  
Noel (Natalia) Smith ◽  
Nneka MacGregor ◽  
Angela Colantonio ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Intimate Partner Violence ◽  
Brain Injury ◽  
Partner Violence ◽  
Service Provision ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Intimate Partner ◽  
Indigenous Women ◽  
Direct Service ◽  
Direct Service Providers

AbstractBackgroundTraumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious consequence of intimate partner violence (IPV) that is often overlooked. In the case of Indigenous women in Canada the challenges are broad, multidimensional, and left almost entirely unexplored. Given the elevated rates of violence and injury experienced by women exposed to IPV and the increased levels of physical assault among Indigenous women in Canada, it is important to understand the unique experiences and service needs of these women. This study sought to identify barriers and facilitating factors for TBI-sensitive service provision for Indigenous women experiencing IPV.Method:As part of a larger national stakeholder consultation process to develop a TBI educational toolkit for IPV service providers, input from Indigenous stakeholders was specifically sought to allow for insights into unique challenges and strengths related to this population. Interviews and focus groups were conducted with IPV direct-service providers, support professionals, and advocates working with Canadian First Nations and Inuit women.Findings:Findings suggest that multiple intersections of marginalization, shame and stigma, and colonization, coupled with significant barriers to service provision in remote communities are such that solutions generated for urban-based settler populations are ineffective.Conclusions:Recommendations include a widespread educational campaign to raise awareness of the seriousness of TBI among Indigenous women exposed to IPV. Education is particularly important among healthcare and direct service providers, survivors and their families and communities, legal professionals and child protection agencies, and Indigenous and settler government bodies. Future research should focus on expanding our understanding of this complex issue and developing culturally sensitive, community-based supports.

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