LCDC Exam (Study Guide for Texas LCDC Exam) with Complete Solutions

12 Core Functions - ANSWER-1. Screening 2. Intake 3. Orientation 4. Assessment 5. Treatment Planning 6. Counseling 7. Case Management 8. Crisis Intervention 9. Client Education 10. Referral 11. Reports & Record Keeping 12. Consultation Define Screening - ANSWER-The process by which a client is determined appropriate and eligible for admission to a particular program. Define Intake - ANSWER-Administrative and initial assessment procedures for admission to a program. Define Orientation - 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; the treatment costs that are to be borne by the client, if any; and the client's rights. Define Assessment - 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. Define Treatment Planning - ANSWER-The process in which the counselor and the client identify and rank problems needing resolution, establish agreed upon immediate and long-term goals, and decide on the treatment methods and resources to be used. Define Counseling - ANSWER-The utilization of special skills to assist individuals, families, or groups in achieving objectives through exploration of a problem and its ramifications; examination of attitudes and feelings; consideration of alternative solutions; and decision making.