SERVICE

One or more organization-operated programs or activities that have a common general objective and deploy the organization's material and human resources in a planned and systematic manner. An organization that publicly promotes or identifies itself in writing as offering a service, is licensed to deliver a service, assigns personnel and/or space to a service, or allocates financial resources to a service is considered to offer that service.		  
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  ASSESSMENT

An evaluation, which utilizes professional expertise and skills in the collection and analysis of data to understand and describe the nature of service needs of an individual, family, or group. Assessment, as in needs assessment, is also used to determine priorities of program planning and service development for the organization as a whole. See also DIAGNOSIS.		  
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  QUALIFIED MEDICAL PRACTITIONER

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  REFERRALS

Resource suggestions provided to consumers to address problems or needs that are beyond the scope of the organization's mission.		  
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  PROGRAM

A system of services offered by an organization. For example, an organization providing a mental health service may offer several mental health programs to different populations, e.g., a mental health program for adolescent teens. The word "program" can be used interchangeably with the word "service" or to describe specific programs.		  
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  PERSONNEL

The body of employees and/or volunteers that carries out the organization's tasks under the organization's administration and/or supervision. This definition does not include foster parents who are specifically referenced in relevant standards		  
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  PREVENTION

Actions taken to minimize and/or eliminate social, psychological, or other conditions. Prevention can occur at the individual, group, community, and societal levels and enhances opportunities to achieve positive fulfillment.		  
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Wilderness and Adventure-Based Therapeutic Outdoor Services
  
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PA-WT 8: Health Services

 
Participants receive a health assessment, needed health services, and guidance that promotes good health.

PA-WT 8.01

 

Each participant receives a health assessment conducted by a qualified medical practitioner that includes:

  1. an initial screening conducted within 24 hours of admission to identify the need for immediate medical care and assess for communicable disease;
  2. a medical examination within one year prior to or three days after admission; and
  3. dental, neurological, sight, hearing, and blood chemistry referrals if indicated.
Interpretation: When records from the most recent medical examinations are unavailable, or examinations are incomplete, the agency must ensure examinations are completed.
Note: The American Dental Association recommends that children and youth receive a dental examination every six months.

PA-WT 8.02

 
The record for each participant contains a medical history and written medical authorization stating that the participant is physically able to participate in program activities.

PA-WT 8.03

 

Group leaders or other service personnel receive:

  1. relevant medical and psychiatric information, including immunizations and current health status; and
  2. pertinent medical information for off-site adventure-based activities.

PA-WT 8.04

 

Participants receive age-appropriate support and education regarding:

  1. sexual development;
  2. pregnancy prevention and responsible parenting; and
  3. prevention and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases.

PA-WT 8.05

 
Direct service workers promote good health habits and healthy living.
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PURPOSE: Youth who participate in Wilderness and Adventure-based Therapeutic Outdoor Services expand individual capabilities, develop self-confidence and insight, ameliorate symptoms, and improve interpersonal skills and relationships.
 
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