The network, has a board of directors as well as scientific advisory board who work together to keep these clinics free of charge but also equipped with the best models for care and EBPS along with innovative treatment. Although it does not nesserlarly follow the guidelines of the Affordable Care Act related to social work, the Cohen Veterans Network does operate with a similar agenda, “goal of reducing costs by improving health” (Darnell, 2013)
NASW Standards for Social Work Case Management
The interdisciplinary team does adhere by NASW standards in where the most of the guideline practices are met. Any form of case management models applied through the clinic abide by the code of ethics as well. Ethical decision and the values of social work are embodied by the the LCSWS, and the care coordinators who hold MSW degrees meeting the qualifications under the NASW “NASW …show more content…
Upon initial intake, and the initial gathering of information, a bio-psycho-social assessment is administered along with other screening tools in order to produce the most accurate description for diagnosis and presenting problems. Some of the most salient standards at the clinic, is their evaluating practices and service planning. Working with a client’s level of optimism, treatment goals are grounded and establish only when they are within reach and achievable with the resources at hand, “Achievable, observable, behaviorally defined goals are stressed to increase client optimism and facilitate the recognition of success” (Cameron, 2006). Close monitoring for progress is a key aspect with any form of care provided through the Cohen clinic. Lastly, their advocacy and leadership is paramount to the clinic’s mission in meeting needs. Both the director for community programs and for administration are combat veterans who have invested their time to advocate and work for veterans throughout L.A.
NASW Standards for Social Work Case Management
The interdisciplinary team does adhere by NASW standards in where the most of the guideline practices are met. Any form of case management models applied through the clinic abide by the code of ethics as well. Ethical decision and the values of social work are embodied by the the LCSWS, and the care coordinators who hold MSW degrees meeting the qualifications under the NASW “NASW …show more content…
Upon initial intake, and the initial gathering of information, a bio-psycho-social assessment is administered along with other screening tools in order to produce the most accurate description for diagnosis and presenting problems. Some of the most salient standards at the clinic, is their evaluating practices and service planning. Working with a client’s level of optimism, treatment goals are grounded and establish only when they are within reach and achievable with the resources at hand, “Achievable, observable, behaviorally defined goals are stressed to increase client optimism and facilitate the recognition of success” (Cameron, 2006). Close monitoring for progress is a key aspect with any form of care provided through the Cohen clinic. Lastly, their advocacy and leadership is paramount to the clinic’s mission in meeting needs. Both the director for community programs and for administration are combat veterans who have invested their time to advocate and work for veterans throughout L.A.