...McAlister Institute McAlister Institute is nonprofit 501c3 organizations dedicated to helping people who suffer from the disease of addiction regain control of their lives. Funded in part by the County of San Diego and through grants, the organization has been around for 49 years. Medi-cal is accepted for payment. If the client does not have Medi-cal the fee will be based on a sliding scale. “No child will be turned down based on there inability to pay. That is a guaranteed. If the child needs treatment it will be provided “(V. Lopez, Adolescent AOD Counselor, September 6, 2012). Valerie Lopez works at McAlister Institute as an Adolescent Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselor. The interview method was conducted over the telephone and through e-mails because she is in San Diego, California. It is Valerie’s responsibility to; schedule and conduct screenings and intake. Facilitate groups directly associated with alcohol and chemical dependency issues. She provides individual counseling to a case load of 25-35 clients and to assess treatment objective progress. Develop treatment objectives and goals for program participants. Assist in peer review of client files to ensure accuracy of medical and non medical billing. Contact client’s parents via telephone or written correspondence regarding absences from program activities and delinquent payments. Documents levels of program participation in the client’s case file. She provides ongoing monitoring of the clients’ compliance with...
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...Southern University | Emergency Management Plan | Chemical Spill/Release | | Erik Gohl | 11/7/2011 | | Purpose Events which interfere with the normal operations of Hennepin Technical College (HTC) are unavoidable. The purpose of this document is to explain the actions, roles, and responsibilities that are to be taken by individuals and departments in the event of a spill or release of a hazardous chemical or waste. (Homeland Security, 2011) Emergency Management Team The Emergency Management Team (EMT) shall consist of the following individuals: College President College Vice President(s) College Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Officer Director of Security Maintenance Supervisor Administrator on Duty (AOD) Lead Custodian on Duty Faculty/Staff Emergency and Non-Emergency Hazardous Chemical and Waste Spill/Release A non-emergency spill/release is one of no more than five gallons where the substance can be absorbed, neutralized or otherwise controlled at the time of the release by employees in the immediate area and presents no hazard to people or the environment. The staff or faculty member for, and familiar with, the chemical or waste should attend to non-emergency releases. The front desk should be notified by dialing “0” if assistance is needed in locating the Maintenance Supervisor or maintenance staff. All recovered materials shall be assumed to be, and treated as, a hazardous waste. (HTC Emergency Plan, 2005) An emergency spill/release...
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...The argument for smoking prevention among adolescents is based on the observation that, if smoking does not start during adolescence, it is unlikely ever to occur and on data indicating that the probability of cessation among adults is inversely related to age at initiation. Even infrequent experimental smoking in adolescence significantly increases the risk of adult smoking. Once smoking has begun, cessation is difficult and smoking is likely to be a long-term addiction. For example, it has been estimated that the median cessation age, for those born from 1975 through 1979 who begin smoking in adolescence, is 33 years for men and 37 years for women. Based on a median initiation age of 16 to 17 years, the predicted duration of smoking is 16 and 20 years for 50% of the males and females respectively. Prevention of the onset of adolescent smoking is thus an essential component of efforts to reduce the overall prevalence of smoking and its attendant morbidity and mortality. Although there are educational programmes available with demonstrated effectiveness in reducing the prevalence of adolescent smoking over the short term, the longer term evaluations are not as encouraging. The differences in smoking levels between treated and control groups appear to dissipate over time, and disappear completely after six years. Further evaluations of these educational efforts are warranted, with consideration given to methodological problems inherent in such studies (such as potential bias resulting...
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...Treating Co-Occurring Disorders 30th May 2015 Introduction The evidence-based practice has become an integral component in the delivery of primary healthcare services in many healthcare institutions. On the basis of this approach, the best practice is often based on a thorough assessment of evidence from renowned research studies that highlight the interventions necessary for maximizing the chance of benefit and minimize the risk of harm. Furthermore, evidence-based practices are aimed at delivering the desired treatment at acceptable costs. When it comes to co-occurring disorders, Integrated Treatment seems to be the most appropriate evidence-based approach in that it addresses the individual’s mental health and substance use issues in an integrated manner (Drake et al. 2004). As compared to the traditional parallel and sequential treatment approaches, Integrated Treatment model is best suited for co-occurring disorders that are often cyclical and interactive. Furthermore, the requirement that clients should obtain services in different systems of treatment seems to be at odds with the current shift towards patient-centered care which stipulates that access to services for co-occurring disorders should be available at the patient level. What is the theory of behavior change underlying the EBP? The Integrated Treatment approach is founded on the cognitive behaviour therapy that is a focused approach premised on the fact that cognitions influence behaviors and feelings...
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...Also it is recommended in Cobalt- and Nickel-based alloys casting process where low-carbon and ultra-low-carbon steels also can be processed. You can ask the foundry filter supplier for customized sizes as per your requirement. It is easier to cast most of the high alloy and high carbon steels compared to plain carbon steels. Also, casting Austenitic Mn-Steels fails through ZrO2 filters for its low casting temperature feature. The filter capacity can be increased using vacuum melting and casting furnaces to its maximum. Normally, vacuum degassing or AOD converter can be used to extend the capacity of the filter. In most of the casting process, using this high capacity filters, amplifying the casting temperature is advised. So, you need to be aware of the performance and use of the market available ceramic foam filters. Types of Foundry Filter Used In...
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...Quality Management and Performance Measurement in Manufacturing Companies – The Case of Vietnam Phan Chi Anh Departement of Business Management Systems International Graduate School of Social Sciences Yokohama National University anhpc@yahoo.com Yoshiki Matsui Departement of Business Management Systems International Graduate School of Social Sciences Yokohama National University ymatsui@ynu.ac.jp others. This study examines the result of ISO 9000 implementation and its impacts on quality performance and performance measurement system. This study can be very useful to organization, especially the manufacturers in developing country, which attempt to identify factor of management system to improve competitiveness. Abstract Manufacturing companies in developing countries, irrespective of size or sector , often use ISO 9000 as a route to world-class status. Based on the results of an investigation by questionnaire in various manufacturing companies in Vietnam, the research is aimed to study if ISO 9000 implementation has any impact on improving the company competitiveness. Firstly, the study examines the situation of ISO 9000 implementation and its relationship with quality performance. Secondly, the study examines if ISO 9000 implementation influences the performance measurement system. The regressive models are constructed to evaluate the contribution of ISO 9000 to company performance and performance measurement system. Finally, the recommendations for further deployment...
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...Movie: The Love of Siam (2007) Synopsis: Two young boys are best friends living quiet family lives in Bangkok. Their lives are disrupted when one boy's older sister goes missing on a jungle trip. The shattered family moves away, separating the boys. Years later, now in their late teens, the boys meet again. One of them is now the leader of an aspiring boy band whose managing assistant bears a striking resemblance to the lost sister. The boys must deal with their family and social lives and their feelings for each other. Story Structure: I. Exposition Ten-year old Mew and Tong are neighbors. Mew is a soft-featured but stubborn child, while Tong is a more masculine, energetic boy who lives with his parents and sister, a Roman Catholic ethnic Chinese family. Tong wants to befriend Mew, but the quiet boy and his outgoing neighbor are not initially close. At school, effeminate Mew is teased by several other students and harassed until Tong steps in to defend him. Tong receives injuries and they then begin a friendship. Mew plays on his late grandpa's piano and is joined by his grandma, who begins to play an old Chinese song. Mew asks his grandma why she liked this song and his grandma responds that it was played for her by his grandpa. She explains that one day, Mew will understand the meaning of the song. Tong's family goes on vacation to Chiang Mai and his older sister, Tang, begs her mother to allow her to remain with friends several days longer. Tong buys Mew a present...
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...source to resolve the evidentiary deficiency and data inconsistencies. In this case, third party ADLs may be helpful to fully assess the claimant’s current psychological impairment. There was also insufficient evidence to assess the claimant’s condition. If the additional documentation does not result in an allowance, development of his physical condition is required. If the additional development determines allowance is warranted. An earlier onset date may be appropriate. On the SSA 3368, the claimant indicated he worked 4/16-12/16 as a dishwasher 8 hours per week, earning $10.50 hour. Per DI 10501.015.B, these earnings were under SGA. DI 25501.210.A.2 states that the claimant's AOD is only the starting point in establishing onset. If the medical and non-medical evidence supports an onset prior to the AOD, DDS should consider the earliest possible onset date taking into consideration the date the claimant last engaged in SGA. It is not clear when the claimant last earned SGA. Therefore, it may be necessary to contact the FO for assistance. REQUEST FOR CORRECTIVE ACTION Please contact the claimant for updated information regarding mental health treatment. If additional information exists, these records should be requested. If no additional information exists, a detailed mental status exam may be required. Contact the claimant’s third party for an additional functional report. If an allowance is supported please determine the date the claimant last worked at the SGA and determine...
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...Past and Current Trends Paper Nicole Rufatt PSY/425 April 04, 2011 Abstract Drug trends have been a huge part of the American society. Manipulations of drugs have been traced back as far as 4000 B.C. American society has become familiar with drugs since the 1700s. These drugs were mainly used for medical and therapeutic purposes however without any knowledge of their addictive characteristics. Trends of these drugs have drastically changed throughout the years as a result of influences it has on the American society. During the Civil War injured soldiers were given morphine as an anesthetic to ease the pain without knowing the addiction it brings. A man by the name of John Pemberton was the founder of Coca-Cola, this drink contained cocaine and caffeine. Sometime after this the Pure Food and Drug act came into play in 1906; this required that a list of ingredients be visible on packaging which led to the removal of cocaine in Coca-Cola and many more products. Throughout the years drugs and alcohol are not only used for medical purposes but are used inappropriately. In the 70’s drugs were very common amongst the American society. The 70’s was a time period of love, drugs, and rebellion. During this period there was a wide spread of AIDS and HIV. Some of the contributing factors to this spread were the use of dirty needles being used to inject drugs into the blood stream and unprotected sex influenced by the drugs people were on. The American Culture encourages the use...
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...Communication channels Paper HCS/320 October 4, 2011 Communication channels, just as formal and informal, are significant in every business. When reading about the channels, process systems, communication surroundings, and hierarchies, one has a habit of overseeing the significance of what is being communicated or stated. All businesses are blinded with each other by a typical volume understanding and support. These connections are upheld by the course of distributing material and response. The achievement of every business is the method of the communication. Communication is divided into two portions one being the message and the channel it is communicated on. For instance, you may want to communicate regarding a state of emotion, such as being excited. One may communicate this through an assortment of “channels”. Like; sending an e-mail, writing a letter, making a phone call, communicate it non-verbally or verbally, and etc., of how enthusiastic one may be. Information dissemination is used by the government to aid society to locate providers that they require and to request appropriate health service as well. Example, if echolalia was found information dissemination will be suitable to inform the public what is...
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...Difference Between Cyber Bullying Perpetration and Non-Physical Bullying: Relations to Race, Individual, and Family Predictors Abstract The research in this article is based upon finding a relationship between cyber-bullying perpetration with non-physical bullying. It also works on find the relatedness it has with race, home life, and other issues. They use children in grades 5th through 7th and use three time points, each six months apart. The article finds that cyber-bullying does have a significant overlap with non-physical bullying but when it is compared longitudinal there was less of an overlap. In today’s society, bullying has become a very big problem among adolescents. With all the new forms of communication with technology there has been a lot of cyber-bullying, specifically. It seems to be the new way to harass others and the fact that it is done through technology it makes it less obvious. The reason it is such a big problem though, is because the harassment some of the children endure have caused suicide. This article tries to find the relatedness it has with other factors of children’s lives. If some form of connection can be found then there can be a chance to find a way to stop the problem before it begins or to even see the signs of this type of bullying. For starters, what researchers have noticed is that cyber-bullying is something that is quite new to us today. Because of this it is a topic that is less understood by what the underlying...
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...agriculture. Because of this, Europeans were always coming into close contact with animals and this caused the Europeans to contract many diseases from animals. “Hence when we domesticated social animals such as cows and pigs, they were already afflicted by epidemic diseases just waiting to be transferred to us” (AOD p.70). This clearly shows how coming into contact with domesticated animals caused many Europeans to develop life-threatening diseases. While the contact with animals was the primary source of disease, large populations in Western Europe due to agriculture also introduced crowd diseases. Overtime however, Europeans became...
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...roles need to be captured in medicare local roles. Opportunities: * Breaking down the barriers i.e. increased multidisciplinary education events * Broadening our scope of credentialing across other disciplines as well as GP’s * Broadening scope/career prospects * Relive the burden of GP’s being the gatekeepers for all ailments * Increase the relationships and broaden the knowledge of other stakeholders education requirements i.e. will allow a broadening of scope which may enable things to be done differently and have a more coordinated approach * To build in an education budget in ML’s that funds event coordination/catering etc. * Local approaches to population health issues e.g. diabetes/AOD (this will require local network knowledge) – Contractual agreements will...
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...excellent customer service, leadership, team playing, resourceful, and innovative. I have the ability to reward cognitive behavior. Adequate knowledge in a variety of computer programs and functions. Excellent communication, writing, organizational and team playing skills. Adolescent Substance Abuse CounselorI scheduled and conduct screenings and intake. I facilitate groups directly associated with alcohol and/or chemical dependency issues. I provide individual counseling to my case load of 25-35 clients to assess treatment objective progress. Collected fee payments from non- medicare/medicaid clients.Program ManagerI operated a 6 month Social Model Residential Alcohol and Drug Treatment Facility for woman on parole. Supervised and scheduled AOD Counselors, case monitors, night staff, volunteers, and clients. Responsible for the hiring, promotion, job evaluations, reprimand and firing of staff. Handled discharge/termination of clients. Maintained a safe and secure environment for all.EducationHigh School Diploma, Certified Addiction Specialist, Corrections Academy, Certified DV Counselor, University of Phoenix, Human Services Management Major, Senior 2015 | This is my last class at before I obtain my BS in Human Service Management. I intend on completing this class and entering the Master’s program at the UOP in September of 2015 to obtain my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy.At that point I fill that I will be fully capable to help clients find the solution to...
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