Hepworth's Intake Process

In order for the counseling process to be effective for the client the characteristics and behaviors of the mental health counselor must be effective. To be an effective mental health counselor the process must include both the art and science of helping clients when they struggle. This paper will address both effective and ineffective characteristics of the given transcript along with an explanation of how a counselor’s characteristics or behaviors influence a session with a client.

Social workers must strive “for a full understanding of the complex interactions between the client and all levels of the social and physical system as well as meaning that the client assigns to each of these interactions” (Andreae, 1996, p. 605).

Of the 51 questions relating to the client, each field reports basic demographic information about the client, the client’s parents if the referred individual is a minor, and other household members. While I do understand the need for each of the required fields coming from the

In this critique, I will examine the mental health multidimensional intake form for clients beginning services at Fairview Counseling Centers in Minneapolis, MN. According to their website, this center encourages clients to have the intake forms completed before their initial intake appointment (2016). There are different forms depending on the client’s age and needs. For this report, I will critique the adult intake form, which is nine pages long.

Based on documentation provided at the time of this referral, face-to-face interviews and observations and reference reports, The following risk factors were identified

In order to address the client’s problems and strengths Birkenmaier suggest using a “two compartment model”. “In this approach, the assessment includes a two component model in which the social worker first explores a series of questions with the client to define the problem situation (Component 1). The questions will not only help to identify the client’s strengths, but also their life experiences (both positive and challenging), and strategies for coping with adversity. Gathering this comprehensive perspective on the client’s identity can aid both the social worker and the client in formulating a perception of the client in terms of strengths, versus deficits. (Birkenmaier, 2014, pg.110)”

I do not think there is always sufficient space to answer questions completely. For example, within the Family Background and Childhood History section, there are questions asking the client to describe their relationship with both their father and mother. Only one and one-half lines are provided for this response. A bit more space might encourage a better understanding of client concerns. I understand the intake is intended to be brief but additional client explanation would be helpful.

1. Discuss aspects of the health concern not being addressed despite the efforts of the partners involved.

Intake Form Critique Arizona State University SWG 510 Jazmin Garcia Mental Health Intake Form Critique The purpose of an intake form is to get to know your possible client a little better. Intake forms ask require the client to answer demographic questions such as name, date of birth and primary care physician. The intake form also asks the client questions about any current symptoms they have such as depressed mood and disturbed sleep patterns.

The chosen intake form is from Focused Solutions, LLC who serves the areas of Brentwood, Tennessee and Columbia, Maryland. Intake forms are essential components to the helping process and the information within the form aids mental health professionals in properly caring for their clients. It also aids mental health professionals in properly identifying a client’s presenting problem. Although not all forms are thorough, mental health intake forms are essential to quality care of clients since they provide important information regarding client health and well-being and indicates several identifiers to characterize the presenting problem.

However, “it is the responsibility of the social worker to enter into the case file the gist, as some type of documentation is needed to verify services. In addition, a verbal contract does not lock a client into specific time frames and goals, as there tends to be more flexibility regarding the nature of the work together” (Cummins et al., 2012, p.229). However, there could be barriers that could impede client progress such as the social worker is working harder than the client, the client is mandated to see a social worker, and clients may be manipulative. It is important for the social worker to be supportive and understanding with clients and allow them the choice if they want to continue with services or not. However, for clients that do not participate they need to understand the consequences if they are court-ordered to participate and for clients that are manipulative a social worker needs to beware of a client’s nonverbal facial expressions and pauses that can be an indication of

I would rearrange the questions to mimic the funnel technique. The first page of the MSE would remain the same, but would be followed by the major life areas, sleep/appetite, substance abuse, and chief complaint sections. The original form asked whom the patient resides with and considers social supports after the abuse section. I would reformate the document to place these questions under the major life areas. Lastly, the patient would be asked about psychological symptoms, psychosis, and previous abuse, neglect, or trauma. In my opinion, the intake specialist is more likely to gain honest and accurate information from the patient if they have the opportunity to build rapport before asking sensitive questions.

There were many similarities such as the material in the introduction of the services, and the last part where it assessed for safety. However, during the intakes I perform for outpatient therapy, there is much more paperwork and signatures that are involved. Some of the information asked within the CiCI are relevant questions that can be compared to those within a comprehensive assessment. I think that during the comprehensive assessment, I have to write in more detail, but it is still similar. I appreciated that this intake provided much more room for me as the counselor to be more natural and not as rigid in completing mandatory paperwork.

This paper will explore how effective communication skills are operationalized when a client is involuntary (i.e., legally mandated to receive services). It will achieve this by focusing on a case study that involves a mental health social worker conducting a risk assessment on a client who has been referred by the courts. The paper will then go onto analyse how the context of the client and the social workers agency of employment shapes the way communication is established and maintained. Consequently, it will then discuss the inherent tensions that a social worker needs to be aware of and manage when dealing with

Medical social workers collaborate with other human service workers to help severely ill patients, suffering from physical and psychological issues. Throughout the many challenges of patients, medical social workers and other professionals meet the common and severe needs of people with physical and mental illnesses. Andrews, Darnell, McBride, & Gehlert (2013) state “Social workers are familiar with the complex and overlapping systems that must be negotiated to ensure that the social, psychological and economic needs of individuals and groups are addressed in a way that underscores optimal health” (p. 67). Once the patient discuss their core issues with the medical social worker and other medical staff members at the hospital, physicians, nurses, and medical social workers can give patients ' positive feedback the concerns their health and well-being. Medical social workers interact with each other for the patient’s safety.