These experiences are designed to expand the student's skills and clinical judgement as part of a multidisciplinary team providing service to severely mentally ill clients. This course acquaints the student with emerging developments in the field of psychosocial rehabilitation and treatment, focusing on current issues and trends. The treatment needs of special subgroups are addressed. In addition, programmatic innovations are addressed. The purpose of the course is to help the student conceptualize psychosocial rehabilitation as a diverse and evolving field that adapts to demographic, public policy and cultural changes.
Students have the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.
On-site mentor collaborates with program faculty in seminar. This course will review the essential functions of case management in rehabilitation counseling and explore how these functions are carried out within a variety of models and environments. Research in rehabilitation case management, as well as key interpersonal, documentation and resource acquisition skills will be covered. Practicum in Supported Employment and Education 6-12 Credits Field Placement for application of classroom knowledge in supported employment or education program. Students have the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.