Book 1 - Introduction to Abuse and Neglect (Training4Caregivers - Direct-Care Orientation Series)

True, Michael S

ISBN 10: 1791564364 / ISBN 13: 9781791564360

Published by Independently published, 2018

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42 pages. 11.00x8.50x0.10 inches. In Stock.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Book 1 - Introduction to Abuse and Neglect (Training4Caregivers - Direct-Care Orientation Series)
• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1791564364
• ISBN 13: 9781791564360
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: Brand New
• Weight: 0.16 kilograms

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Synopsis

The “Introduction to Abuse and Neglect” content has been thoroughly researched and presented in a training format for direct-care staff serving the disability community through various community-based Medicaid-funded programs that are typically audited by state health and human service agencies. These orientation packets are updated annually to reflect generalized changes in guidelines for direct care providers and have been sold throughout the United States. Topic Headings: Introduction; The Basics of Abuse and Neglect; Types of Abuse; Indicators of Abuse; Preventing Abuse and Neglect; Reporting Abuse; Managing Difficult Behaviors; and Practicing Good Ethical Principals. This packet includes sample report forms, related Policies and Procedures, and related administrative support forms. Also features a Spanish Translation! These workbooks were designed to allow for scanning and copying. However, this copy protected material may only be used by an individual purchaser for use within the specific program/programs to which the purchaser is directly associated. The sharing of this information outside the individual program for which it was intended is strictly prohibited without authorization from the author or his appointed legal representatives. Disclaimer: Additional information regarding this topic, (specific to individual programs), may need to be included as supplemental components. The person or persons overseeing the training of staff should always pre-screen this material before use and when necessary make modifications by providing additional information or by deleting information considered irrelevant. The author shall not be held liable for any such differences as there are virtually thousands of variations in programs across the country. The information and presentation made available in these packets should only be used as a core component to your individualized training program.About the author: Michael True holds a Masters in Education degree from Indiana University and worked for over three decades in private and public programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities. In 2001 he successfully developed a format with which to present 12 units of orientation for groups or individuals working with this population. In addition, he included several elements of administrative support including the provision of topic objectives, pre and post tests for each topic, questions for discussion to supplement the instructor's input and, when appropriate, additional forms for in-house documentation. These materials have been available through the Independent Life Resources website – www.ilresources.com for over 15 years.