TWELVE CORE FUNCTIONS/ CASAC Exam | Questions & 100% Correct Answers (Verified) | Latest Update | Grade A+

TWELVE CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Screening : - the process by which the client is determined to be appropriate and eligible for admission to a particular program - counselor uses appropriate diagnostic criteria to determine whether the applicant's AOD use constitutes abuse - requires counselor's judgment and skill and is influenced by the program's environment and modality - if applicant is found ineligible, counselor should be able to suggest an alternative TWELVE CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Screening - global criteria : 1. evaluate psychological, social and physiological signs and symptoms of AOD use and abuse 2. determine the client's appropriateness for admission or referral 3. determine the client's eligibility for admission or referral 2 | P a g e 4. identify any co-existing conditions (medical/psychiatric/physical) that indicate need for additional professional assessment and/or services 5. adhere to applicable laws, regulations and agency policies governing AOD services TWELVE CORE FUNCTIONS 2. Intake : - the administrative and initial assessment procedures for admission to a program - usually becomes an extension of the screening - includes completion of various forms, collecting financial data, signing consents TWELVE CORE FUNCTIONS 2. Intake - global criteria : * complete required documents for admission to the program * complete required documents for program elibility and appropriateness * obtain appropriately signed consents TWELVE CORE FUNCTIONS 3. Orientation : - describing to the client the following * general nature and goals of the program * rules governing client conduct/ infrac