MHPS 2400

This course provides students with further experience in mental health and substance use in clinical practice settings. Learning opportunities will encourage students to use concepts and therapeutic communication skills they have learned throughout the program to assist individuals with mental health and substance use issues to maximize their independence. Students will identify the resources available in the community. Emphasis will be on the role of the Mental Health and Substance Use Worker as a member of the community health team. The principles of Recovery using Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) will be the focus of this workplace practice.