The document provides information on the roles of various professionals that work in community mental health teams. It describes the educational requirements, scope of practice, and work environments of psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, dietitians, and recreational therapists. Each profession has specific training and contributes to assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and support of clients' mental health needs. Together the team takes a holistic approach to serving the community.

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3. PSYCHIATRIST
• The practice of medicine
is the assessment of the
physical or mental
condition of an
individual and the
diagnosis , treatment
and prevention of any
disease, disorder or
dysfunction (Medicine
Act,1991, S.O. 1991,
c.30).leader of health
care team.
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4. Educational
qualification
Psychiatrist is a physician that is qualified in
MD psychiatry, which require a 3 years residency
, 2 years of clinical practice and completion of an
examination.
• In Canada, they need licence to practice
medicine in their province and specialist
certification in psychiatry by either the Royal
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6. • Assessment
:-Performing
health
assessments
including:
Taking a full
medical
history
• Screening
patients at
risk for
hereditable
conditions
and
potentially
preventable
disorders.
• Provision of
continuous care to
patients over their
lifetime based on
the delivery of the
following services:
– Acute medical
treatment
life threatening
illness presenting
to emergency
rooms, in
hospitals, in the
home and in long
term care.
Perform the role of
advocate to assist patients
to navigate through a
complex health care system
in order to obtain the best
care in the most expeditious
way in a cost effective
manner.
- Identify and meet the
needs of the individual
patients, the practice
population and the
community in general by
working with a variety of
partners throughout the
public health, community,
and hospital sectors.
Assist with
discharge planning,
rehabilitation
services, out-patient
follow-up and home
care services
Coordinate referrals
to other health care
providers and
agencies, including
specialists,
rehabilitation and
secondary and
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7. Though the medical specialty of psychiatry
uses research in the field
of neuroscience, psychology, medicine, biol
ogy, biochemistry, and pharmacology, it has
generally been considered a middle ground
between neurology and psychology. Unlike
other physicians and neurologists,
psychiatrists specialize in the doctor–patient
relationship and are trained to varying
extents in the use of psychotherapy and
other therapeutic communication
techniques.
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8. PSYCHOLOGIST
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9. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
PhD in
clinical
psychology
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10. CONT…
TO PRACTICE
PSYCHOLOGY
IN CANADA
MUST BE LICENSED
TO PRACTICE BY
REGULATORY
BODIES IN EACH
CANADIAN
JURISDICTION
COLLEGE OF
PSYCHOLOGISTS OF
ONTARIO
INDEPENDENT
PRACTITIOER
(PSYCHOLOGISTS OR
PSYCHOLOGICAL
ASSOCIATES)
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11. SCOPE OF PRACTICE OF ROLE
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12. CONT…
• ASSESMENT:-Evaluation, diagnosis, and assessment of the functioning of
individuals and groups related to both mental disorders as well as wellness
and mental health
• TREATMENT:-Interventions with individuals and groups and organizations.
Maintenance of wellness and disease prevention. Administration of
psychological services
• EDUCATION/ADVOCACY:-Public education regarding wellness and the
promotion of mental health
• REFERRALS/COLLABORATION:-Consultation relating to the assessment
of or interventions with individuals and groups to facilitate the prevention or
treatment of difficulties • Referral to community agencies/services
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13. FUNCTION WITHIN THE TEAM
SPECIALIZES IN
STUDY OF
MENTAL PROCESS
TREATMENT OF
MENTAL
DISSORDERS
PERFORMS
DIAGNOSTIC
TESTING
TREATS CLIENTS
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14. WHERE IS THE COMMUNITY THEY WOULD
WORK?
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 According to Canadian Nurses Association
(CNA) nursing practice as a dynamic , caring
and helping relationship in which the nurse
assist its client to achieve and obtain optimal
health.

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 General Nursing and Midwifery program
 Bsc Nursing / Post basic Bsc Nursing
 Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing
 Diploma in Nursing Administration

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 Nurse is skilled in caring for mental ill, gives holistic
care by assessing the patients mental, social , physical
, psychological , and spiritual needs.
 Making nursing diagnosis , formulating and evaluating ,
appropriate nursing care
 She/ He co-ordinate with the clinical nurse specialist in
community mental health setting

19. • Social workers are the persons who help
people, solve and cope with problems in their
everyday lives, and also deal with mental,
behavioral, and emotional issues
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20. Education required for the role of
social worker
• A bachelor's degree is required for most social
work positions, but some positions and settings
require a master's degree. Clinical social workers
must have a master's degree. Becoming a
licensed clinical social worker usually requires a
master's degree in social work and 2 years or
3,000 hours of supervised clinical experience
after graduation. After completing their
supervised experience, clinical social workers
must pass an exam to be licensed.
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21. Role of social worker
• * Identify people who need help
• * Assess clients' needs, situations, strengths,
and support networks to determine their goals
• * Develop plans to improve their clients' well-
being
• * Help clients adjust to changes and challenges
in their lives, such as illness, divorce, or
unemployment
• * Research and refer clients to community
resources, such as food stamps, child care, and
healthcare.
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22. • * Help clients work with government agencies to
apply for and receive benefits such as Medicare
• * Respond to crisis situations, such as natural
disasters or child abuse
• * Follow up with clients to ensure that their
situations have improved
• * Evaluate services provided to ensure that they
are effective
• * Diagnose and treat mental, behavioral, and
emotional disorders, including anxiety and
depression
• * Assess clients' histories, backgrounds, and
situations to understand their needs, as well as
their strengths and weaknesses
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23. Work Environment
• * Hospitals and clinics
• * Nursing homes
• * Community mental health clinics
• * Private practices
• * State and local governments
• * Schools
• * Colleges and universities
• * Substance abuse clinics
• * Military bases and hospitals
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24. • Social workers communicate with community
members who provide services. When clients
are ready for discharge, the social worker is
able to help with a smooth transition back
into the community because the interactions
of each team member focus on the treatment
goals.
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25. OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
• The Occupational therapist is a
person who provide Occupational
therapy.
• According to Kneisl and Trigoboff
(2008:23)
• using manual, creative techniques
to enhance desired responses.
• Teaches self- help activities, and
help patients to prepare for
employments.
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26. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• ADVANCE
DEGREE IN
OCCUPATIO
NAL
THERAPY
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27. SCOPE OF PRACTICE OF ROLE
Assessment of
physical,
emotional, and
cognitive
functioning.
Individualize
d treatment
plans to
develop,
maintain, or
augment
function
using
evidence
based
treatment
modalities •
Edcating and
counselling family
members and
caregivers
regarding the
impact of disability,
injury or disease on
the individual and
their potential role
within the recovery
process
Collaborates with
other health care
professionals and
community service
providers to
promote
comprehensive
and coordinated
care
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28. FUNCTION WITHIN THE TEAM
ASSESSES POTENTIAL FOR REHABILITATION
PROVIDES SOCIALIZATION THERAPY
VOCATIONAL THERAPY
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29. ROLE IN COMMUNITY
• PRIMARY CARE SERVICES
• COLLABORATE WITH STAKEHOLDERS
• CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
» INTERPROFESSIONAL COLLEBORATION
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30. DIETICIAN
• Registered dietitian
is a food and
nutrition expert who
has met academic
and professional
requirements.
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31. Qualification of dietitian
3 main steps:-
1. 4 years of bachelors degree in food and nutrition (
a list of accredited dietetic education programs at
Canadian universities)
2. Complete supervised practical training
• Integrated internship route
• Post degree internship route
• Undergraduate program
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32. Role of dietitian in community mental
health
• Dietitian provide a major role in
public health care and
community services.
• They help to make menu’s in
different areas.
• All people who are living in
Canada have right for health
services which helps to promote
healthy living, body, mind and
spirit.
• Dietitians help to assess the
clinical, biochemical and
anthropometric measures,
dietary concerns and feeling
skills and also helps to
understand various aspects of
health.
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•Dietitians help to assess the clinical,
biochemical and anthropometric
measures, dietary concerns and
feeling skills and also helps to
understand various aspects of
health.
•They promote health and prevent
various diseases encourage people
to take active role in their health.
•They promote health and prevent
various diseases encourage people
to take active role in their health.

33. Scope of dietitian in community mental
health
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Community health centers
Family health centers
Family health teams
Public health
Sports and recreation facilities
Food industry
Academic and research settings
Hospitals
Home care
Long term care homes
Private practice

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EDUCATION BACKGROUND
 Bachelor’s Degree in Recreational Therapy
 In Canada , candidates with certified therapeutic
recreation specialist credentials.
 In United States , certified by National Council
for Therapeutic Recreation certification ( NCTRC
)

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SCOPE OF PRACTICE

 (a) All direct patient or client services of assessment;
 (b) Planning; (c) Design; (d) Implementation; (e)
Evaluation
 (f) Documentation of specific interventions;
 (g) Management;
 (h) Consultation;
 (i) Research; and
 (j) Education for either individuals or groups that require
specific therapeutic recreation or recreation therapy
intervention with such services being provided for recreation
resources and opportunities to improve health and well
being.

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FUNCTIONS WITHIN THE TEAM
 They use recreation and leisure activities as a
form of treatment.
 The activities they devise provide opportunities
for exercise and social participation.
 The goal of their activities is to relieve
anxiety , build confidence and promote
independence.

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WHERE THEY CAN WORK
 General hospitals
 Nursing homes
 Rehabilitation centers
 Psychiatric
 Community mental health centers
 Adult daycare programs
 School system
 Prisons
 Residential facilities for mentally retarded and community
programs for disabled

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