SELF
ASSESSMENT INDEX - C
Self-Assessment Index - c report summarizes the welfare recipients self-report history, explains what attained scale scores mean, and offers score-related recommendations.
Within two minutes of test data entry, automated (computer scored) 3-page reports are printed on-site. These reports summarize a lot of information in an easily understood format. For example, reports include an SAI profile (graph), which summarizes scale scores at a glance. Also included are attained scale scores, an explanation of what each scale score means and specific score related recommendations. In addition, significant items (direct admissions) are highlighted, and answers to a built-in interview (last sequence of questions) are presented. Emphasis is placed on having meaningful reports that are helpful and easily understood.
The first page of the SAI-c report begins with the client's name and some basic demographics, e.g., age, sex, education, ethnicity, marital status, etc. The SAI-c Profile is prominently displayed. At a glance, an experienced user can look at the clients Profile and understand how the client scored. The lower half of the first page contains two paragraphs that describe the client's SAI-c findings.
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SELF-ASSESSMENT INDEX-c ********************* NAME: Ms. Example Report AGE : 31 SEX: Female CONFIDENTIAL REPORT ETHNICITY/RACE: Caucasian EDUCATION/HIGHEST GRADE: 11 MARITAL STATUS: Married DATE SCORED: 12/11/2004 Self-Assessment Index-c results are confidential and are working hypoth- eses. No diagnosis or decision should be based solely upon these results. These test results are to be used in conjunction with experi- enced staff judgment and review of available records. MEASURES %ile SELF-ASSESSMENT INDEX-c PROFILE -------- ---- +---------------+-----------+-------+---+ - LOW RISK - MEDIUM -PROBLEM-MAX- - - - - - TRUTHFULNESS 39 ****************-...........-.......-...- - - - - - ALCOHOL 88 ************************************-...- - - - - - DRUGS 44 ******************..........-.......-...- - - - - - WORK INDEX 79 ********************************....-...- - - - - - STRESS COPING 45 *******************.........-.......-...- +---------------+-----------+-------+---+ 0 40 70 90 100 ----------- PERCENTILE SCORES ----------- Present probability of program completion and obtaining or keeping a job: Below-average SUMMARY ------- These SAI-c results are accurate an valid. A drinking problem is apparent. A drug abuse disorder is not present. Work-related attitude, motivation and people problems are becoming apparent. Average stress coping abilities are established. Elevated SAI-c scale scores (at or above the 70th percentile) define difficulties, uncertainties and problem prone behaviors. These problems need to be worked through and resolved. The goal continues to be successful vocational rehabilitation and sustain employment. This is a below-average SAI-c report. This client needs an individualized program and help. SELF-ASSESSMENT INDEX-c RESPONSES ------------------------------- 1- 50 FTFTFFTFTF TFTFFFFFTT FTFTFFFTFF FTFTTTFTFT TFFTFTFFFT 51-103 FTFFFTFFFT T323321221 2132232131 3222232231 3333233442 444 |
The second page contains explanatory paragraphs for each scale score. Each of these paragraphs give the client's attained score, explains what that score means, and provides score related recommendations. The Truthfulness Scale, Alcohol Scale, Drugs Scale, Work Index Scale and the beginning of the Stress Coping Scale are discussed.
NAME: Ms. Example Report -2- SELF-ASSESSMENT INDEX-c REPORT * * SUMMARY PARAGRAPHS EXPLAINING CLIENT'S ATTAINED SCALE SCORES * * ------------------------------------------------------------ TRUTHFULNESS SCALE: LOW RISK RANGE RISK PERCENTILE:39 This client's Truthfulness Scale score is in the low risk (zero to 39th percentile) range. Low risk scorers are usually honest and cooperative. They are sincere, usually truthful and straight- forward. In this evaluation milieu or setting some guardedness can be expected, yet it is minimal in nature. It is reasonable to assume that this client has been telling the truth. This person manifests little guile and communicates straightforwardly. Other scale scores are accurate. ALCOHOL SCALE: PROBLEM RISK RANGE RISK PERCENTILE:88 This person's Alcohol Scale score is in the problem risk (70 to 90th percentile) range. Alcohol problems are evident. Either this client's drinking is out of control or this person is a "recovering" (alcohol problem, but has stopped drinking) alcoholic. Relapse risk is high. It is likely that drinking has a negative effect on this person's work situation, vocational rehabilitation and vocational goals. It may be necessary to resolve a drinking problem to achieve vocational stability. Options include chemical dependency treatment, outpatient counseling or intensive outpatient counseling (individual or group). Treatment could be augmented by attending Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings. DRUGS SCALE: MEDIUM RISK RANGE RISK PERCENTILE:44 Some indicators of drug (marijuana, crack, cocaine, amphetamines, barbiturates, LSD, or heroin) use are present, yet an established pattern of abuse is not evident. Although drug abuse is not a focal issue, consideration might be given to a chemical dependency (drug oriented) educational program, which could head off more extensive drug involvement. Any drug-related court history (e.g., arrest for possession or sale) would automatically upgrade intervention and/or treatment recommendations. Early intervention could be advantageous to this person's vocational or employment future. WORK INDEX SCALE: PROBLEM RISK RANGE RISK PERCENTILE:79 This client's Work Index Scale score is in the problem risk (70 to 90th percentile) range. Many problem risk scorers live in difficult circumstances. Money, or the lack of it, can be a constant concern. Some family members may resist lifestyle change. This client is attempting a very difficult thing, i.e., to change their life- lifestyle. Group therapy (or discussion groups) can provide emotional support for sustained attitude change. Individualized attention, recognition of achievements and help in clarifying realistic and attainable vocational goals can also contribute to program success. This person has some problems to overcome. STRESS COPING SCALE: MEDIUM RISK RANGE RISK PERCENTILE:45 Average stress coping abilities are evident. This client 's Stress Coping Abilities Scale score is in the medium risk (40 to 69th |
The third page of the SAI-c report completes the Stress Coping Scale discussion. Then "Significant Items" or direct admissions to items from the Alcohol Scale, Drugs Scale, and Work Index Scale are presented. Page 3 continues with structured interview (answers to multiple choice items) items 97 through 103. Page three ends with space provided for staff observations and recommendations, staff signature and date of the evaluation.
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SELF-ASSESSMENT INDEX-c REPORT percentile) range. This individual's ability to cope with stress and pressure is not a focal area of concern. This person handles stress, tension, anxiety and pressure adequately. Although usually capable of handling stress, situation specific events (e.g., death in family, lose job, etc.) sometimes occur and they can be temporarily overwhelming. Yet, this client typically handles stress in an acceptable manner. SECTION 2: SIGNIFICANT ITEMS: These answers are the client's self-reported responses. They represent direct admissions or unusual answers, which may help in understanding the individual's situation. ALCOHOL DRUGS ------- ----- 2. Sometimes drinks too much 4. Many friends use drugs 20. Drinking has been a problem 35. A different person when drinks WORK INDEX WORK INDEX ---------- ---------- 11. Not happy with life 72. Rarely motivated 24. Friends/relatives unemployed 73. Very often sensitive 32. States doesn't keep jobs long 78. Rarely exciting/stimulating 41. No encouragement to improve 88. Rarely satisfied with work 50. Couldn't earn enough money 100. Serious relationship problems 60. Responsibilities make it hard SECTION 3: The client's answers to multiple choice items are printed below. It should be noted that these answers represent the respondent’s opinion -- with all of its biases. These multiple choice answers. allow comparison of the client's subjective opinions with objective and empirically based scale scores. 97. States drinking a little prob. 101. States not suicidal/homicidal 98. States not a substance abuser 102. Not in any drug treatment prog 99. States drug use not a problem 103. No alcohol treatment programs 100. Serious marital/relat. prob. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION PROVIDED BY CLIENT ----------------------------------------- Alcohol-related arrests...... 1 Drug-related arrests............. 0 Alcohol treatment programs... 0 Drug treatment programs.......... 0 OBSERVATIONS/RECOMMENDATIONS:__________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________ ______________________ ______________ STAFF MEMBER SIGNATURE DATE (SAI-c TEST #1) |
The Self-Assessment Index-c is unique in that it was designed specifically for work readiness assessment. The intent is to identify barriers to employment so that there problematic issues can be addressed and resolved.
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