Florida Law for the Social Worker, Mental Health Counselor, and Marriage and Family Therapist
39.95
About the Course
The Florida Statutes are state laws that are arranged by titles, chapters, parts, and sections. They are considered permanent but are reviewed and updated annually and may be amended, altered, or repealed. The professions and practices of social work, mental health counseling, and marriage and family therapy are addressed in numerous Florida laws, and many updates to the laws involve the inclusion of social workers, mental health counselors, and marriage and family therapists for implementation. This situation mirrors aspects of the Affordable Care Act, which defines the important role of these professions in Accountable Care Organizations, and the HEARTH Act Continuum of Care.
Learning Outcomes
About the Author
Anne Horgan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Oregon. She is currently a mental health therapist within a small group practice in Portland, OR and a board approved Clinical Supervisor. Ms. Horgan has 15+ years of experience including hospital/emergency room mental health services, hospital leadership, and providing therapy in individual and group settings (Partial Hospital Program). Throughout her clinical professional experience, she has worked with individuals across the spectrum including (but not limited to) depressive disorders, anxiety and panic, PTSD, postpartum mental health, self-esteem/identity conflicts, psychosis, mania, adjustment issues, parenting, substance use, relationship conflicts, and loss. Ms. Horgan earned her BA in Psychology and her Masters in Social Work. She has training through the Center through Mind Body Medicine as part of her work with clients.
How to Receive Credit
Colibri Healthcare, LLC implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of the continuing education activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of the course activity.
Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement
It is the policy of Colibri not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
©2022: All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Colibri Healthcare, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge of the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Colibri Healthcare, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal, or professional services expert licensed in your state. Colibri Healthcare, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation nor circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials. Quotes are collected from customer feedback surveys. The models are intended to be representative and not actual customers.
The Florida Statutes are state laws that are arranged by titles, chapters, parts, and sections. They are considered permanent but are reviewed and updated annually and may be amended, altered, or repealed. The professions and practices of social work, mental health counseling, and marriage and family therapy are addressed in numerous Florida laws, and many updates to the laws involve the inclusion of social workers, mental health counselors, and marriage and family therapists for implementation. This situation mirrors aspects of the Affordable Care Act, which defines the important role of these professions in Accountable Care Organizations, and the HEARTH Act Continuum of Care.
Learning Outcomes
- Explain the difference between the definition and duties of the clinical social worker and certified master social worker.
- Define four elements in the Florida Statutes that direct the practice of clinical social work.
- Explain six duties listed in the Florida Statutes definition of mental health counseling.
- Compare and contrast the services of the marriage and family therapist, mental health counselor, and social worker.
- Identify and discuss three key elements in the Florida statutes concerning the rights of patients being held in mental health facilities.
- According to the Florida Statutes, identify and give three examples of social work, counselor, and therapist collaboration in the service delivery for Exceptional Student Education.
- Define the goals of the Florida statute that concern quality of treatment for patients in mental health facilities and three methods identified to meet those goals.
- List and define five infractions from the Florida Statutes on discipline in the three professions covered in this course and the penalties for each.
- Identify and discuss parenting partnerships and the reasonable and prudent parent standard as found in the Florida Statutes.
- Discuss the Nancy C. Detert Common Sense and Compassion Independent Living Act.
- •Under the Procedures and Jurisdiction section of the Independent Living Act, identify three actions the court may take and explain the circumstances to warrant each action.
- Describe five situations listed in the Florida Statutes that indicate the need for disclosure of information related to “duty to warn,” and explain five strategies to address these situations in practice.
- List and explain five potential liability issues inherent in the use of technology for long-distance therapy and supervision.
- Identify the AAMFT, NASW, and AMHCA guidelines for information disclosure for “duty to warn” and compare and contrast them with the Florida Statutes.
- Compare and contrast the Florida Statutes and the HIPAA Privacy Rule on the use of technology and give three examples from each.
- List the guidelines from the AAMFT, NASW, and AMHCA codes of ethics on the use of technology in service delivery and as compared to the directives in the Florida Statutes.
About the Author
Anne Horgan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Oregon. She is currently a mental health therapist within a small group practice in Portland, OR and a board approved Clinical Supervisor. Ms. Horgan has 15+ years of experience including hospital/emergency room mental health services, hospital leadership, and providing therapy in individual and group settings (Partial Hospital Program). Throughout her clinical professional experience, she has worked with individuals across the spectrum including (but not limited to) depressive disorders, anxiety and panic, PTSD, postpartum mental health, self-esteem/identity conflicts, psychosis, mania, adjustment issues, parenting, substance use, relationship conflicts, and loss. Ms. Horgan earned her BA in Psychology and her Masters in Social Work. She has training through the Center through Mind Body Medicine as part of her work with clients.
How to Receive Credit
- Read the entire course online or in print.
- Answer the final examination questions at the end of the course. A passing grade of 70% is required. Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention.
- Provide required personal information and payment information.
- Complete the mandatory course evaluation.
- Print your Certificate of Completion.
Colibri Healthcare, LLC implemented mechanisms prior to the planning and implementation of the continuing education activity, to identify and resolve conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control content of the course activity.
Sponsorship/Commercial Support and Non-Endorsement
It is the policy of Colibri not to accept commercial support. Furthermore, commercial interests are prohibited from distributing or providing access to this activity to learners.
Disclaimer
The information provided in this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.
©2022: All Rights Reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without the expressed written permission or consent of Colibri Healthcare, LLC. The materials presented in this course are meant to provide the consumer with general information on the topics covered. The information provided was prepared by professionals with practical knowledge of the areas covered. It is not meant to provide medical, legal, or professional advice. Colibri Healthcare, LLC recommends that you consult a medical, legal, or professional services expert licensed in your state. Colibri Healthcare, LLC has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all content provided in this course is accurate and up to date at the time of printing but does not represent or warrant that it will apply to your situation nor circumstances and assumes no liability from reliance on these materials. Quotes are collected from customer feedback surveys. The models are intended to be representative and not actual customers.