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Counselors align appropriate resource counselors to work with members every step of the way, from assessment, through recommendation and follow-up.
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To ensure that members receive help when needed, licensed counselors are readily accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year via a dedicated toll free number. Non-English speaking members also have 24x7x365 assistance via bilingual staff and affiliates, as well as through an online translation service with capabilities in over 140 languages.
Counselors will follow-up with member in a timely fashion to ensure quality and satisfaction of services. Counselors close the case only after determining, with member and the Provider that the issue has been successfully resolved and that member has completed all recommended treatment.
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| + | Ensure confidentiality. |
| + | Conduct an initial assessment. |
| + | Determine member’s needs and related resources. |
| + | Schedule an appointment for in-person assessment with a local provider. |
| + | Involve, where needed, a dependent care coordinator or legal or financial professional to assist in securing resources and arranging all referrals. |
| + | Directly refer member to a community agency or local hospital if an emergent situation is evident. Counselor assesses progress and takes next steps. |
| + | After the initial assessment, the counselor follows up with the local provider. |
| + | Recommendations may include referrals to local mental health providers, detoxification facilities, hospitals, physicians, or short-term counseling. |
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