Project team organization and its application to crisis intervention
Tóm tắt
A team approach to the treatment of clients in a state of crisis is described. The team consists of mental health specialists selected on the basis of expertise in performing tasks required by a particular client. The team leader is designated based on skill in establishing effective client rapport. The leader manages the team activities, expanding or contracting the team membership according to the needs of the client. The leader represents the team in its interface with the sponsoring service and is accountable to the service for completion of task assignments. The team model is applicable to various health care systems and provides a mechanism for the training of mental health professionals.
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