CHCMHS001 - Student Copy.pptx presentation cases
- 1. CHCMHS001 – Work with people with mental health issues
- 2. What is Mental Health? Day One The World Health Organization (WHO) defines Mental Health as; ‘…a state of well-being in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to his or her community.’
- 3. Working with people with mental health issues Involves creating a safe and respectful relationship in order to provide support Day One
- 4. Organisations which provide Mental Health Services, must adhere to the 10 Standards for Mental Health Services Day One 1. Standards 1 – Rights and Responsibilities 2. Standard 2 – Safety 3. Standard 3 – Consumer and Care Participation 4. Standard 4 – Diversity Responsiveness 5. Standard 5 – Promotion and Prevention 6. Standard 6 – Consumers 7. Standard 7 – Carers 8. Standard 8 – Governance, leadership and management 9. Standard 9 – Integration 10. Standard 10 – Delivery of Care These Standards also fall under the Legislation; W.A. Mental Health Act 2014
- 5. Within the Standards, there are six principles of recovery- orientated Mental Health Practices Day One 1. Uniqueness of the individual 2. Real Choices 3. Attitudes and Rights 4. Dignity and Respect 5. Partnership and Communication 6. Evaluating Recovery
- 6. Please review your Handout of; Mental Health Statement of rights and responsibilities Day One What is included; The statement contains 8 statements including; 1. Inherent dignity and equal protection 2. Non-discrimination and social inclusion 3. The promotion of mental health and the prevention of mental illness 4. The rights and responsibilities of individuals who seek assessment, support, care, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery 5. Rights and responsibilities of carers and support persons 6. Rights and responsibilities of people who provided services 7. Rights and responsibilities of the community 8. Governance
- 7. Development and objectives of The National Mental Health Strategy Day One What is included; • Improving the physical health of people living with mental illness and reducing early mortality • Reducing stigma and discrimination • Making safety and quality central to mental health service delivery • Ensuring that the enablers of effective system performance and system improvement are in place.
- 8. 2009 saw the development of the Fourth National Mental Health Plan.. The first which was implemented in 1992 The key priority areas of the fourth plan included; Day One • Social Inclusion and recovery • Prevention and early intervention • Service access, coordination and continuity of care • Quality improvement and innovation • Accountability, measuring and reporting progress
- 9. 2008 brought the National Mental Health Policy which was implement to support the prevention of Mental Health Issues The vision of this plan was to create a mental health system that; Day One • Enables recovery • Prevents and detects mental illness early • Ensures that all Australians with a mental illness can access effective and appropriate treatment and community support to enable them to participate fully in the community.
- 10. In 2013 we saw the introduction of the The National Practice Standards for the Mental Health Workforce which enforce certain standards for individuals living with Mental Health Issues and employment These 13 standards included; Day One 1. Rights, responsibilities, safety and privacy 2. Working with people, families and carers in recovery-focused ways 3. Meeting diverse needs 4. Working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities 5. Access 6. Individual planning 7. Treatment and support 8. Transitions in care 9. Integration and partnership 10. Quality improvement 11. Communication and information management 12. Health promotion and prevention 13. Ethical practice and professional development responsibilities.
- 11. What if your clients wanted to make a complaint? Who could they contact? Day One There are processes to be followed according to The Australian Health and Practitioner Regulation Agency Complaints must be documented, either electronically or directly They are then required to be submitted to AHPRA or individuals can speak with a notifications officer.
- 12. Privacy Legislation Day One What privacy Legislation would you and your clients be under? Privacy Act 1988 However, regardless of Privacy, in some circumstances individuals are obligated to disclose if they have a Mental Illness
- 13. When would this be? Day One If the Mental Illness will affect the persons ability to carry out the tasks they are required to do If it affects the health and safety of the individuals or others, such as operating machinery under the influence of medication If the Mental Illness may be affected by the nature of employment
- 14. Day One Health Records Legislation Protects the privacy of an individuals health information, including how it is collected and stored W.A. falls under the; My Health Record Act of 2012 My Health Records Rule 2016 My Health Records Regulation 2021
- 15. Other Legislation includes; relating to Child Employment Day One W.A. – Children and Community Services ACT 2004
- 16. Let’s talk about breaches which might occur for a person living with a mental illness Day One Client / Patient Consent If the person is prescribed a drug for their illness and not told what it is, what it is used for, any side affects, or given the right to refuse the drug Privacy / Confidentiality Personal information regarding the client and their illness is shared among individuals who are not relevant to the client and their care, such as care plans being left in the open Discrimination If a person was denied suitable employment due to their living with a mental illness, told they are incapable of performing the role
- 17. Let’s talk about breaches which might occur for a person living with a mental illness Day One Work Health and Safety If the person was put in a position at work which directly affected their mental wellbeing (someone taking medication for their illness and being told by the employer to operate machinery) Dignity of Risk A person was denied the right to attend activities or social interactions as it has been deemed they might be a danger to themselves (someone who loves arts and crafts and is recovering from a suicidal attempt denied the right to attend creative activities)
- 18. Approach Listen Give Information Encourage professional help Encourage other supports Day Two A L G E E
- 19. Day Two Common forms of Mental Health Issues include; Depression Anxiety Psychosis OCD Mood Disorders Impulsive Disorders Substance Abuse Eating Disorders
- 20. Day Two Free Support Services available 24/7
- 21. Day Two Additional Support Services may include; Occupational Therapist Drug and Alcohol Specialists Pain Specialists Social Workers Neurophysiologists Dieticians
Editor's Notes
- #19: Depression Anxiety Generalised PTSD Social Anxiety Psychosis Schizophrenia OCD Mood Disorders Bipolar Impulsive Disorders Kleptomania Pyromania Intermitted Explosive Disorder Pathological Gambling Trichotillomania Substance Abuse Eating Disorders