Formal_Referral_Process_Week4_Teamwork.docx CJHS/ 420 Formal Referral Process CJHS/ 420

Formal_Referral_Process_Week4_Teamwork.docx  CJHS/ 420  Formal Referral Process  CJHS/ 420  The initial intake and assessment involves interviewing, history taking and evaluation. Correctional facilities utilize a variety of screening techniques to determine the presence of substance abuse, developmental disability, mental illness and/or traumatic brain injury (Fagan & Ax, 2011).  The intake and assessment is to gather significant information such as the background and current state of client. The assessment will determine the services that are needed; mental health treatment, drug treatment, educational, housing and/or job placement. The programs decided upon will be based on the strengths and weaknesses of the client, the short term and long term goals will be put in place, and the treatment plan.  This is where a relationship is established between client and case manager. The goal is to build a rapport with the client to ensure the client id focused on goals set forth. There may be some risk factors depending on the client, however, the case manager should be determined to help the client achieve their goals and complete necessary treatment.  œDeveloping an individualized service plan is important because it identifies the support and services the individual needs and wants, assisting the individual to live successfully in the community, ensuring providers understand and fulfill their roles and responsibilities and ensuring funds are used in the best interest of the individual. Case managers must identify the ar