Attendance Basics
What must you do to ensure you know your session schedule?
Keep track of all scheduled sessions and their dates and times.
How long is the grace period before you’re marked late for a group session?
15 minutes.
Name one example of an excused absence.
Emergencies, illness, unavoidable child scheduling conflicts, or the death of a loved one.
Are food and drinks allowed in group sessions?
es, but drinks must have sealed lids or screw caps, and food must not distract others.
What type of statements should you use when speaking in group?
“I” statements.
What should you do if you don’t know your login information for online sessions?
Contact your counselor for assistance.
What should you do if you know you’ll be more than 15 minutes late to a session?
Contact your counselor as soon as possible.
Name one example of an unexcused absence
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Work, traffic, weather, internet issues, non-emergency appointments, or vacations.
What is the policy on smoking or vaping during group?
Smoking or vaping is not allowed during group.
What is the policy regarding cell phones during group?
Cell phones are not allowed and may be collected and stored by the counselor.
What happens if you’re more than 15 minutes late to an individual session?
The session is marked as a no-show.
What should you check with your insurance provider about regarding late cancellations?
Whether late cancellations and no-shows will result in fees.
What must you do to have an absence marked as excused?
Notify your counselor BEFORE the missed session.
What type of language(swearing) is allowed during group sessions?
PG-13 language without swearing or name-calling towards another group member or staff member.
What is the confidentiality rule for group sessions?
What is said and who you see in group stays in group.
If you are more than 30 minutes late to a group session, what happens?
The session will be canceled
After discharge for unexcused absences, how long must you wait to return to the program?
14 days from the date of discharge.
Are unexcused absences counted for group sessions, individual sessions, or both?
Both group and individual sessions
(example: if you have one unexcused individual session and two unexcused group sessions, that equals THREE total unexcused absences)
What must you do if you feel judged or uncomfortable in the group?
Speak with the counselor during a break.
Can you give advice to other group members?
No, but you can seek feedback from the group.
What could three unexcused absences lead to?
Discharge or a recommendation for higher-level care.
What is required before returning to group after unexcused absences?
A UA (Urinalysis) test.
What should you do if something unexpected affects your attendance?
Communicate with your counselor as soon as possible to find a solution.
What is expected of you if you experience a slip or relapse?
Report it to the counselor and the group for processing.
What must you bring to every group or individual session?
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A notebook and folder.