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Case management within substance abuse treatment programs in Los Angeles County
1School of Nursing, University of California, Los Angeles 90095-6917, USA.
Summary
Case management is widely used in substance abuse treatment to connect clients with services. Key roles include treatment planning and relapse prevention, with many case managers also serving as counselors.
Area of Science:
- Substance Abuse Treatment
- Healthcare Management
- Social Work
Background:
- Case management is crucial for linking clients to services but lacks clear definition.
- Understanding its application in substance abuse treatment is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the utilization and objectives of case management in substance abuse treatment programs.
- To outline the structures and processes involved in delivering case management services.
Main Methods:
- A descriptive survey was conducted among 50 program directors.
- The survey included 134 substance abuse treatment programs and 205 case managers in Los Angeles County.
Main Results:
- 80% of programs utilize case management, with many serving clients pre- and post-discharge.
- Primary roles involve treatment planning and relapse prevention; 60% of case managers are also counselors.
- Case managers perform coordination and advocacy, with caseloads varying; professional backgrounds are diverse.
Conclusions:
- Case management is integral to substance abuse treatment, encompassing diverse roles and client populations.
- Programs are increasingly recognizing the value of case management, with plans for expansion.