What should a counselor do if the SAVR-S report states that the consumer has a high probability of a substance use disorder?
• Present the SAVR-S results up front and without bias. Allows the consumer the opportunity to affirm, reject, or question the meaning of the results, and discuss what the results might mean in the VR process. • Remind the consumer that the SAVR-S does not constitute a diagnosis-it is only a tool to detect the possibility of SUD, and NO screener is 100% accurate. A positive SAVR-S report simply means that there may be a need to seek out assessment services. • If a consumer is concerned that the SAVR-S is inaccurately reporting a positive result, the counselor may present the option of additional assessment as a way for the consumer to further justify her/his denial of a problem. Conversely, if the consumer does not argue the SAVR-S report, working with the consumer to schedule a formal AOD assessment with a qualified provider can be a powerful tool to gaining additional insight into the person’s issues.
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