The process by which the client isdetermined appropriate and eligiblefor admission to a particular program.

The administrative and initialassessment procedures foradmission to a program.

Describing to the client the following:general nature and goals of theprogram; rules governing client

conduct and infractions that can leadto disciplinary action or discharge fromthe program; in a non-residentialpprogram, the hours during which

services are available; treatment coststo be borne by the client, if any; and

client rights.

The procedures by which a counseloror program identifies and evaluatesan individual’s strengths, weaknesses

problems and needs for thedevelopment of a treatment plan.

Process by which the counselor and theclient identify and rank problemsneeding resolution; establish agreedupon immediate and long-term goals;and decide upon a treatment processand the resources to be utilized.

(Individual, Group, and Significant Others):The utilization of special skills to assistindividuals, families or groups in achievingobjectives through exploration of a problemand its ramifications; examination of attitudesand feelings; consideration of alternativesolutions; and decision-making.solutions; and decision-making.

Activities which bring services, agencies,resources, or people together within aplanned framework of action toward theachievement of established goals. It mayinvolve liaison and collateral contacts.

Those services which respond to analcohol and/or other drug abuser’sneeds during acute emotional and/or

physical distress.

Provision of information to individualsand groups concerning alcohol andother drug abuse and the available

services and resources.

Identifying the needs of a client that cannot bemet by the counselor or agency and assistingthe client to utilize the support systems and

community resources available.

Charting the results of the assessment andtreatment plan, writing reports, progressnotes, discharge summaries and other

client related data.

Relating with in-house staff or outsideprofessionals to assure comprehensive,

quality care for the client.