Purpose

So you have just started work with a new client. This page defines and lays out the main aspects of the INITIAL phase of work that is guided by the Core Features of AMBIT.

What is it?

There are four Phases of AMBIT work, this is the first! The initial phase consists of the following processes:

1. Processing a New Referral - this is likely to need adaptation by local teams.
2. Setting up a first meeting - ditto, but suggestions are offered here.
3. Engagement - without this you have almost nothing! But remember that In my beginning is my end.
4. Multi-Domain Assessment - this is the process of working out What's the problem? that you are being invited to help with, and what are the StrengthsResiliencies that may be built on to improve outcomes.
5. Outcomes measures are one of the key ways your team maintains Respect for Evidence, which is the same thing as respect for the young person and family, really: "Is what we are doing helpful and safe?"
6. Next, you need to develop a Formulation and Treatment Aims that leads, via the process of Active Planning, to the collaborative development of a Care Plan.
7. Crisis Contingency Planning addresses the most likely barriers to progress, and risks.
8. Moving to the INTERVENTION PHASE, at the point at which more structured Specific interventions can be begin.

Guidelines for structure

A suggested work schedule is laid out in more detail in Starting a NEW CASE - CheckLists.

How long is the INITIAL phase?

This varies, in keeping with the length of time that Engagement can take, but approximately 2 weeks would be a reasonable time span.