During this session linkage of systems will be covered for the treatment and management of clients or patients once their suicide risk level is identified. Based off the C-SSRS results, the trainer will explain policies and procedures regarding appropriate actions and referrals, detailing how to put people in place for the client or patient.
The therapeutic alliance will be highlighted, along with how to resolve suicide risk through collaboration with the client’s (or patient’s) health management team. Participants will learn how to effectively maintain monitoring, adjust treatments as necessary, and enact safety protocols. Ethical and legal considerations will be briefed, regarding documentation, HIPAA Compliance, and sharing allowable information with health teams. The trainer will present the following:
- Appropriate actions and referrals for various levels of risk (results from C-SSRS).
- Available evidence-based treatments for clients or patients at risk of suicide, including counseling and medical interventions such as psychiatric medication and substance abuse care.
- Safety planning strategies and monitoring use of the safety plan.
- Engagement of supportive third parties in maintaining client or patient safety.
- Reducing access to lethal means for clients or patients in crisis.
- Continuity of care through care transitions such as discharge and referral.