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Project Assist

Project Assist. Project Assist. A utism S upport S ervices through I ntegrated S chool-Based T eaming. Project Assist. a collaborative model for delivering mental health services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders within the public schools. Project Assist.

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Project Assist

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  1. Project Assist

  2. Project Assist Autism Support Services through Integrated School-Based Teaming

  3. Project Assist a collaborative model for delivering mental health services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders within the public schools

  4. Project Assist • 1 of 6 model programs funded by the Bureau of Autism Services, Department of Public Welfare • In collaboration with the City of Pittsburgh Public Schools • Possible alternative to traditional wraparound services in the schools

  5. Project Assist Services • Group therapy • Individual therapy • Case management • Direct support (during nonacademic periods) • Family Support Services

  6. Unique features of the Project ASSIST model

  7. School-Based Liaison Position responsible for developing teaming and coordination of services among the family, educational services, mental health, and other service providers

  8. Clear Delineation Of Responsibilities BetweenEducational and Mental Health Systems

  9. Attempting to Integrate (coordinate)Treatment PlansandEducational Plans

  10. Flexible, Individualized Model • Allows families to select from various service options • Easy movement across service option as needs change

  11. www.thewatsoninstitute.org

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