TVRS 308 Addictions and Tribal Voc Rehab Srv

Provides an overview of the effects of substance use and other types of addiction. Identifies different types of treatment, both tribally-based and mainstream. Reviews implications and best practices for counselors providing TVR services for participants reporting addictions including eligibility determination, plan development, and service provision.

Credits

3

Outcomes

1. Identify the possible effects (emotional, physical, behavioral) of use/abuse/addiction to alcohol and other classes of drugs.
2. Identify factors that may be contribute to Substance Use Disorder (SUD).
3. Describe strength and limitations of treatment models available to participants reporting addictions or chemical dependency.
4. Describe how use/abuse/addiction impacts eligibility determination, plan development and service provision.
5. Demonstrate the skills required to initiate the skills required to initiate and develop relationships with both tribal and mainstream treatment programs.
6. Define a process for identifying assessing an deferring participants with SUD for appropriate tribal or mainstream treatment.