Vocational Rehabilitation Approaches for Substance Use Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide
This presentation outlines the intersection of vocational rehabilitation and substance use disorders. It covers reasons for substance use, health and social issues, and impacts on employment. The document explores diagnostic criteria from the DSM-V, chronic health consequences, and the implications of co-occurring mental health disorders. Strategies for effective decision-making, relapse prevention, and eligibility determination for vocational rehabilitation services are discussed, alongside an overview of treatment options and support mechanisms. Ultimately, it aims to provide a holistic approach to support individuals on their path to recovery and employment.
Vocational Rehabilitation Approaches for Substance Use Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide
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Vocational Rehabilitation Presented by: Mary Katherine Designed by: Saige Hall
Introduction • Reasons for Substance Use • Health and Social problems • Employment issues
Background on Substance Use Disorders • Experimentation • Recreational/social • Use • Dependence
Vocational rehabilitation and Substance Use • Holistic • Individual • Comprehensive
DSM V • How the DSM V views Substance Use
Health Consequences • Alcohol • Marijuana • Methamphetamine • Prescription Drugs • Gambling
Employment Consequences • High levels of sick time use • Frequent absences/ tardiness • Difficulty learning • Attention deficits • Agitation, low frustration tolerance
Post Acute Withdrawal Syndrome • A set of symptoms that occur after acute withdrawal • Lasts 6-8 months • Symptoms • Possible impacts • Suggested strategies
Supporting Effective Decision Making • Possible impact • Suggested strategies
Substance Use and Mental Illness • About 6 in 10 people who use drugs also have mental illness • People with mood or anxiety disorders are twice as likely to use drugs.
Social Implications • Relationships • Employment settings • Economically • Living environment • Educational history or situational • Legal arena
Substance Use Treatment • Treatment and VR • Types of substance use programs • Role of mutual help programs • Abstinence and recovery
Vocational Rehabilitation and Relapse Prevention • Potential relapse triggers
Determination of Eligibility • Impairment • Disability • Handicap/?
Elements of Eligibility • VR Specialization
Referrals to Treatment • Who can make a referral? • When can they make the referral?
Defense Mechanisms and VR Process • Denial • Minimization • Projection
Individualized Planning for Employment • Based on customers needs • Provides evaluation, counseling and planning • Training, if needed • Transportation • Transition from school to work • Supported employment • Post employment services
Vocational Evaluation • The interview • Six areas of concern
Career Planning, Counseling & Guidance • Motivation to obtain employment • View of work • Self-concept
Workplace Accommodations • Job accommodations network list
Measuring Substance Use Disorder Treatment Progress for Employment • Objective and measurement examples