Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Please check the topics your care provider reviewed with you.
I was introduced to Jireh and the Services.
I was informed of Jireh’s, the assessors’ and the treatment teams’ qualifications to provide the services.
The purpose and process of the assessment was fully explained to me.
My family understands how our treatment plan will be developed.
My family and I were encouraged to participate in my treatment planning.
My consumer rights were explained and a copy given to me.
The grievance and appeals procedures were explained and a copy given to me.
Jireh provided me with Privacy Practices Notice
I received program Consumer Orientation Brochure on my initial visit which includes mission statement,
Hours of Operations, After Hours access, policy on abuse, complaints and grievance procedures, outcomes
management system and satisfaction, reporting, medication, open door policy, restraints/seclusions,
smoking policy, weapons, illegal/legal drugs, Treatment Team, Service Coordination, Costs of Services,
Safety and Advanced Directives
Information was presented to me in a manner that was clear and understandable.
My care program, treatment team visits and treatment responsibility were fully explained to me.
I understand that crisis services will be used for emergencies only.
The criteria for transition of my families’ service were explained to me.
Costs of Services
I know how my services are being paid for.
I understand that it is my responsibility to inform Jireh of any changes in my insurance coverage.
No individual will be denied MRO service because of verified inability to pay, you may be referred to other
resources.
Jireh Counseling and Consulting Service does reserve the right to refuse services to any individual who is
determined to be able to pay but is unwilling to pay according to policy.
Consumer Certification
I certify that all information given to JCCS is a true and complete statement of my financial circumstances,
and that the fees to be charged to me have been explained to me. I understand and accept responsibility
for my share of the cost of my treatment. My signature below gives Jireh Counseling and Consulting
Service, Inc. the authority to bill and receive payment from any third party Insurance. I understand that I
am responsible for any deductibles and/or co-payments and that payment is expected at the point of
service.
Assignment of Rights: I hereby authorize Jireh Counseling and Consulting Service to carry forward an
appeal on my behalf, should they so choose, as permitted by law. I understand that this does not obligate
or require Jireh Counseling and Consulting Service to carry forward any such appeal, unless they so
choose.
I acknowledge that JCCS honors Advanced Directives whenever clinically practicable and will provide me
with a referral for legal assistance if requested. Do you have an existing Advanced Directive?
[]yes []no
Follow Up
I feel that my visit was held in a private and confidential setting.
I know who is responsible for my service coordination.
I KNOW WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
Signatures
Relationship
*Parent/legal guardian’s signature in the case of a minor or custodian’s signature in the case of an adult in custodial
care.
I do hereby seek and consent to take part in the treatment provided by this agency. I
understand that developing a treatment plan with this therapist/team and regularly
reviewing our work toward the treatment goals are in my best interest. I agree to play an
active role in this process. I understand that no promises have been made to me as to
the results of treatment or of any procedures provided by this therapist/team.
I am aware that I (or my child) may stop treatment with this therapist/team at any time. I
understand that I may lose other services or may have to deal with other problems if I
stop treatment. (For example, if my treatment has been court-ordered, I will have to
answer to the court.) I know that I must call to cancel an appointment at least 24 hours
before the time of the appointment or as soon as reasonably possible.
My signature below shows that I understand and agree with all of these statements.
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Print Name of Consumer Date
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Signature of Consumer Date
(or person acting for consumer)
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Relationship of Person Acting for Consumer
I, the therapist, have discussed the issues above with the consumer/family (and/or his or
her parent, guardian, or other representative). My observations of this person’s behavior
and responses give me no reason to believe that this person(s) is not fully competent to
give informed and willing consent.
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Signature/Title/Credentials Date
State and Federal laws protect your rights as a consumer of Jireh Counseling and Consulting Services treatment
programs. Below is a simplified outline of those rights:
• The right to receive services that respect your dignity and protect you health.
• The right to pertinent information, including the benefits and risks of your treatment, in sufficient time
to make informed decisions.
• The right to participate in planning your own program, and the right to request choice over the
composition of the service delivery team.
• The right to refuse service, unless a physician or licensed psychologist feels that refusal would be
unsafe for you and others.
• The right of referral to legal entities for appropriate representation, and to self-help and advocacy
support services.
• The right to prompt and confidential services even if you are unable to pay.
• The right to request an opportunity to inspect, copy, and correct your records).
• The right to exercise all civil, political, personal, privacy and property rights to which you are entitled
to as a citizen.
• The right to remain free of physical restraints or time-out procedures unless such measures are
required for providing effective treatment or for protecting your safety or the safety of others.
• The right to be free of physical abuse, including sexual abuse, and physical punishment.
• The right to remain free of psychological abuse, including humiliating, threatening, and exploiting
actions.
• The right to file a complaint if you think any of these rights have been restricted or denied.
Information on how to file a complaint or contact your Consumer's Rights Representatives is
presented on a poster near the reception desk.
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Consumer Signature Date
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Consumer Name (Print)
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Staff Witness Date
Jireh values the involvement of members in the organization and functioning of the agency. As a Jireh Counseling and
Consulting Services, Inc. consumer you have a right to register formal complaints about specific issues relating to the
general operation and management of the agency. You also have additional rights to appeal decisions regarding the
planning and delivery of the individualized services you receive from the agency. Filing a formal grievance or appealing a
decision regarding your services will never result in any retaliation or barriers to services.
These are the steps you should follow if you are dissatisfied with any aspect of the general operation and management of
the agency or if you wish to appeal decisions regarding the planning and delivery of individual services:
STEP Talk about the problem right away with your counselor. Try to resolve the problem. Most concerns can be
resolved by just talking it over with the responsible staff members.
STEP If you feel that your concern was not resolved to your satisfaction after STEP ONE, you may file a formal
grievance with your program's supervisor. The program supervisor must respond to your request in writing
within five working days.
STEP If you feel that your concern was not resolved to your satisfaction after STEP TWO, you may file a
complaint with the Clients Right Officer. They will help you document your concern in writing and will
investigate it by meeting with the individuals involved and reviewing any related records. The CRO will
provide a written response to your request within five working days following the meeting. At your request,
they will also give you information about external agencies that provide advocacy and/or legal services in
the community.
STEP If you feel that your concern was not resolved to your satisfaction after STEP THREE, you may request a
review of the decision by the CEO. The CEO will meet with you within ten working days following your
request. They will investigate and document your concern and issue a decision, in writing, to you within ten
working days following the meeting with you. Decisions by the CEO are final. The only exceptions are for
appeals of individual services such as denial of services (i.e. program suspensions), changes in service
plans or refusals to change service plans and/or termination from service. In these cases there is one more
step you may take.
STEP If your concern is about the specific services you receive at Jireh Counseling and Consulting Services, Inc.
and involve:
¾ denial of services
¾ change of service plan
¾ refusal to change service plan
¾ termination from services
You have a right to appeal the CEO decision (STEP FOUR) to
COMPLAINTANT
Name:
Address: Phone #:
Case Manager:
Program:
DETAILS
Problem/Grievance/Complaint (List of who, what, when, where, why, etc.):
What do you think needs to be done to solve this problem? What do you expect to do to solve your problem?
What is the relief you desire?
Additional Remarks:
SIGNATURES
My signature below certifies that I have read AND understand completely what the grievance
procedures are as a participant in JIREH COUNSELING AND CONSULTING SERVICES, INC.
program.
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Client Signature Date
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Client Name (Print)
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Staff Witness Date
For Payment. We may use and disclose PHI so that we can receive payment for the treatment services provided to
you. This will only be done with your authorization. Examples of payment-related activities are: making a
determination of eligibility or coverage for insurance benefits, processing claims with your insurance company,
reviewing services provided to you to determine medical necessity, or undertaking utilization review activities. If it
becomes necessary to use collection processes due to lack of payment for services, we will only disclose the
minimum amount of PHI necessary for purposes of collection.
For Health Care Operations. We may use or disclose, as needed, your PHI in order to support our business
activities including, but not limited to, quality assessment activities, employee review activities, licensing, and
conducting or arranging for other business activities. For example, we may share your PHI with third parties that
perform various business activities (e.g., billing or typing services) provided we have a written contract with the
business that requires it to safeguard the privacy of your PHI. For training or teaching purposes PHI will be
disclosed only with your authorization.
Required by Law. Under the law, we must make disclosures of your PHI to you upon your request. In addition, we
must make disclosures to the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services for the purpose of
investigating or determining our compliance with the requirements of the Privacy Rule.
You should determine which of these uses and disclosures are permitted in your state for the type of information that
you will be using or disclosing.
The following language addresses these categories to the extent consistent with the NASW Code of Ethics.
Verbal Permission
We may use or disclose your information to family members that are directly involved in your treatment with your
verbal permission.
With Authorization. Uses and disclosures not specifically permitted by applicable law will be made only with your
written authorization, which may be revoked.
COMPLAINTS
If you believe we have violated your privacy rights, you have the right to file a complaint in writing with our Privacy
Officer at Jireh Counseling & Consulting Services, Inc. at 5522-C Old National Hwy, Ste. A, College Park, GA
30349, or with the Office of Regulatory Services, ORS, Complaint Intake Unit, 2 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30303
-Telephone (404) 657-5726. We will not retaliate against you for filing a complaint.
I hereby acknowledge that I have received and have been given an opportunity to read a copy of Jireh
Counseling & Consulting Services, Inc. Notice of Privacy Practices.
I understand that if I have any questions regarding the Notice or my Privacy Rights, I can contact the Chief
Executive Officer, Felicia Jenkins, or Administrator of Jireh Counseling & Consulting Services, Inc. at 5522-C
Old National Hwy, Ste. A, College Park, GA 30349 at 404-761-0980 or, or the Metro Regional Office for the
Department of Health and Human Services (DHR).
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Signature of Consumer, Parent, Please Print Name
Guardian or Representative
PLEASE READ: If you are signing as a personal representative of the consumer, please describe your legal
authority to act for the consumer or the consumer’s legal guardian (power of attorney, healthcare surrogate, legal
guardian, parent)
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Date: __________________________
PATIENT RECIPIENT
Name
Address
Description of Information to be disclosed: (Guardian should check each item to be disclosed and sign the bottom of form)
Diagnostic Assessment Treatment Plan or Summary Educational Information
Psychosocial Evaluation Presence/Participation in Treatment Demographic Information
Psychological Evaluation Progress in Treatment Toxicological Reports/Drug Screens
Psychiatric Evaluation Current Treatment Update Other
Nursing/Medical Information Discharge/Transfer Summary Other
Medication Management Information Continuing Care Plan
Purpose
The purpose of this disclosure of information is to improve assessment and treatment planning, share information relevant to treatment and when appropriate,
coordinate treatment services.
If other purpose, please specify:
Please have the consumer complete this consent statement, and then place it in
the consumer’s clinical record under the administrative tab.
I, _______________________________ of _____________________________
(Parent/Guardian or Legal Representative name) (Consumer Name),
This consent is valid for a period of one year from the date of signing. I have the
right to withdraw this consent to further photography, filming or publication at any
point, save only those images already published under this consent that cannot
be reasonably withdrawn.
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CONSUMER SIGNATURE DATE
IF APPLICABLE:
_____________________________________________ _________________
SIGNATURE OF REPRESENTATIVE DATE
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RELATIONSHIP TO CONSUMER
A REPRESENTATIVE SHOULD DESCRIBE HERE THEIR AUTHORITY TO ACT FOR THE
CONSUMER (E.G., LEGAL GUARDIAN,PARENT OF MINOR CHILD)
The above referenced staff member(s) are authorized to use their personal vehicle to
transport _________________________________________ for the following reason(s):
(Consumer/Family Member)
during the course of treatment.
I acknowledge that transportation is voluntary and during transportation the staff member
will not knowingly or intentionally place me and/or my child(ren) in danger. The staff
member has my permission to notify or seek emergency assistance if unforeseen
circumstances occur if I am not present that may require any such public emergency
official services. My signature below signifies that I agree and release the staff person(s)
and the agency from all liability and cost related to transport services.
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Parent / Legal Guardian Signature Date