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MENTAL AND SOCIAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN 51.1500.00

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ANALYZE THE DELIVERY SYSTEM FOR MENTAL AND SOCIAL HEALTH SERVICESBHT 1.0

  • 1.1

    Describe mental and social health care delivery systems in public, private, government, and nonprofit sectorsBHT 1.1

  • 1.2

    Define an integrated care program for mental and social healthBHT 1.2

  • 1.3

    Explain the impact of emerging issues on delivery systems (e.g., technology, social media, drug abuse, and socioeconomics)BHT 1.3

  • 1.4

    Explain the scope and practice of the mental and social health professionals (e.g., case manager, social worker, behavioral health technician, counselor, psychiatrist, psychologist, and psychiatric nurse)BHT 1.4

  • 1.5

    Identify roles and responsibilities of community emergency response teams (CERTs) and community mental health teams (CMHTS)BHT 1.5

  • 1.6

    Describe ethical behaviors among professionals providing mental and social health servicesBHT 1.6

  • 1.7

    Identify conferences, workshops, and retreats that support mental and social health issuesBHT 1.7

ANALYZE MENTAL AND COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENTBHT 2.0

  • 2.1

    Identify the four lobes of the brain and their functionsBHT 2.1

  • 2.2

    Identify other areas of the brain that impact cognition and behavior (e.g., hypothalamus, amygdala, and cerebellum)BHT 2.2

  • 2.3

    Identify factors that can affect brain development (e.g., relationships, experiences, environment, and health)BHT 2.3

  • 2.4

    Describe psychosocial development according to the major theorists (e.g., Maslow, Erikson, Freud, and Piaget)BHT 2.4

ANALYZE MENTAL AND SOCIAL HEALTH ILLNESSES, DISORDERS, AND CONDITIONSBHT 3.0

  • 3.1

    Examine the interrelationship of physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual healthBHT 3.1

  • 3.2

    Describe characteristics of a mentally and socially healthy personBHT 3.2

  • 3.3

    Describe how mental and social health affects wellnessBHT 3.3

  • 3.4

    Summarize the stages of loss and grief (e.g., Kubler-Ross)BHT 3.4

  • 3.5

    Examine causes, symptoms, and effects of mood disorders (e.g., depression and bipolar disorder)BHT 3.5

  • 3.6

    Examine causes and symptoms of self-harmBHT 3.6

  • 3.7

    Examine causes and symptoms of suicideBHT 3.7

  • 3.8

    Examine causes, symptoms, and effects of anxiety (e.g., GAD, OCD, and PTSD)BHT 3.8

  • 3.9

    Examine causes, symptoms, and effects of psychotic disorders (e.g., schizophrenia and delirium)BHT 3.9

  • 3.10

    Examine causes, symptoms, and effects of childhood mental disorders (e.g., ADHD and autism spectrum)BHT 3.10

  • 3.11

    Examine substance abuse disorders (e.g., alcohol, illegal drugs, and steroids)BHT 3.11

  • 3.12

    Examine causes, symptoms, and effects of behavioral addictions (e.g., shopping, gambling, and sexual)BHT 3.12

  • 3.13

    Describe unhealthy relationshipsBHT 3.13

  • 3.14

    Identify stressors at home, school, and work and physical and psychological effects on the bodyBHT 3.14

  • 3.15

    Examine eating disorders and their effect on healthy growth and developmentBHT 3.15

  • 3.16

    Examine how intolerance can affect othersBHT 3.16

  • 3.17

    Examine characteristics of someone who has self-respectBHT 3.17

  • 3.18

    Examine why pro-social behaviors, (i.e., helping others, being respectful to others, cooperation, consideration, etc.) can help prevent violence and promote good mental and social healthBHT 3.18

  • 3.19

    Use medical terminology and concepts related to mental and social healthBHT 3.19

ANALYZE FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE DECISIONS ABOUT MENTAL AND SOCIAL HEALTH SERVICESBHT 4.0

  • 4.1

    Examine how mental and social health is influenced by peers, family, cultural values, and life cycleBHT 4.1

  • 4.2

    Examine how ethnic and cultural diversity enriches and challenges societyBHT 4.2

  • 4.3

    Examine how media conveys accurate and inaccurate messages that affect mental and social healthBHT 4.3

  • 4.4

    Explain socioeconomic disparities in healthcareBHT 4.4

  • 4.5

    Summarize how personal values and experiences influence mental and social healthBHT 4.5

  • 4.6

    6 Examine the impact on society when there is minimal access to mental and social health servicesBHT 4.6

  • 4.7

    Identify groups and organizations that ensure services and resources [e.g., National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), American Public Health Association (APHA), and American Sociological Association (ASA)]BHT 4.7

ANALYZE STRATEGIES TO IMPROVE MENTAL AND SOCIAL HEALTHBHT 5.0

  • 5.1

    Summarize healthy ways to express emotions (e.g., affection, love, friendship, acceptance, anger, and concern)BHT 5.1

  • 5.2

    Summarize strategies for coping with loss and griefBHT 5.2

  • 5.3

    Examine strategies for managing impulsive behaviors and addictionsBHT 5.3

  • 5.4

    Examine strategies for managing and reducing conflicBHT 5.4

  • 5.5

    Examine strategies for dealing with difficult and/or co-dependent relationships (e.g., family members, friends, and co-workers)BHT 5.5

  • 5.6

    Describe theories and interventions used in mental and social health [e.g., cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), emotionally focused therapy (EFT), solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), and medication]BHT 5.6

  • 5.7

    Describe alternative and nontraditional approaches to mental and social health conditions (e.g., self-help, diet and nutrition, relaxation and stress reduction techniques, art therapy, play therapy, and expressive arts therapyBHT 5.7

  • 5.8

    Engage in case studies, role play, shadowing, and other practicum experiencesBHT 5.8

ANALYZE INFORMATION, PRODUCTS, AND SERVICES THAT PROMOTE SOCIAL AND MENTAL WELL-BEINGBHT 6.0

  • 6.1

    Identify advocacy groups related to mental and social health (i.e., DBSA Advocacy Center, Advocacy Action Center, self-help and peer support groups, etc.)BHT 6.1

  • 6.2

    Examine ways to advocate for friends and family members who need support and treatment for mental and social health issuesBHT 6.2

  • 6.3

    Explain “outreach” as a community tool to expand access to services, practices, and productsBHT 6.3

  • 6.4

    Identify community resources, services, and professionals that support mental and social health BHT 6.4

  • 6.5

    Describe psychoeducation interventions to help individuals and families learn about managing mental and social health BHT 6.5

  • 6.6

    Access, critically review, and evaluate the appropriateness and accuracy of information sources (e.g., literature, research, and electronic information)BHT 6.6

  • 6.7

    Explain the use of professional networking and social networking to enhance mental and social healthBHT 6.7

EMPLOY COMMUNICATION SKILLS TO ENGAGE OTHERS AND BUILD TRUSTBHT 7.0

  • 7.1

    Explain the importance of empathy, courtesy and respect in the healthcare environmentBHT 7.1

  • 7.2

    Explain the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries and the appropriate use of self-disclosure with workers and patientsBHT 7.2

  • 7.3

    Describe the basic elements of therapeutic communication (e.g., active listening, paraphrasing, open-ended questions, validation, and redirection)BHT 7.3

  • 7.4

    Adapt communication skills to different levels of understanding and cultural orientation (i.e., diverse age, cultural, economic, sexual orientation, ethnic and religious groups, etc.)BHT 7.4

USE PROBLEM-SOLVING AND GOAL SETTING SKILLS TO IMPROVE MENTAL AND SOCIAL HEALTHBHT 8.0

  • 8.1

    Identify the steps in the problem-solving processBHT 8.1

  • 8.2

    Identify barriers that can hinder healthy decision makingBHT 8.2

  • 8.3

    Explain the purpose of collaborative goal setting (i.e., SMART Goals, etc.)BHT 8.3

  • 8.4

    Describe techniques used to monitor the progress of goalsBHT 8.4

  • 8.5

    Describe barriers to goals and ways to address those barriersBHT 8.5

  • 8.6

    .6 Explain the importance of evaluating the outcomes of mental and social health services and interventionsBHT 8.6

ANALYZE LEGAL, SAFETY, AND PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MENTAL AND SOCIAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALSBHT 9.0

  • 9.1

    Demonstrate first aidBHT 9.1

  • 9.2

    Demonstrate CPRBHT 9.2

  • 9.3

    Demonstrate Universal PrecautionsBHT 9.3

  • 9.4

    Describe the Patient Bill of RightsBHT 9.4

  • 9.5

    Describe informed consentBHT 9.5

  • 9.6

    Distinguish among malpractice, liability, and negligenceBHT 9.6

  • 9.7

    Demonstrate procedures for documentation, record keeping, and case reports with emphasis on accuracy, legal issues, privacy, and confidentialityBHT 9.7

  • 9.8

    Identify privacy, protection, and mandatory reporting rules for health professionalsBHT 9.8

  • 9.9

    Describe typical methods used for screening, assessment, and care/service plansBHT 9.9

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
VOCATIONALTRAINING, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

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