What is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker?
Accredited Mental Health Social Workers are recognized providers under Medicare Australia, having undergone evaluation by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) on behalf of the Commonwealth Government to verify their specialized proficiency in mental health.
Being an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) qualifies individuals to deliver services within the federally funded Better Access to Mental Health Care and Chronic Diseases Management (Enhanced Primary Care) initiatives. Moreover, social workers are included as providers in the Access to Allied Psychological Services (ATAPS) program. Accredited Mental Health Social Workers possess extensive experience in evaluating and addressing the needs of individuals dealing with mental health conditions, such as:
Similar to psychologists and other allied health practitioners, Accredited Mental Health Social Workers employ various interventions to support individuals with mental health disorders, incorporating the following targeted psychological approaches:
Being an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) qualifies individuals to deliver services within the federally funded Better Access to Mental Health Care and Chronic Diseases Management (Enhanced Primary Care) initiatives. Moreover, social workers are included as providers in the Access to Allied Psychological Services (ATAPS) program. Accredited Mental Health Social Workers possess extensive experience in evaluating and addressing the needs of individuals dealing with mental health conditions, such as:
- Depression and other mood disorders
- Anxiety disorders
- Personality disorders
- Psychosis
- Suicidal thoughts
- Relationship problems
- Life crises
- Adjustment issues
- Trauma
- Family conflicts
Similar to psychologists and other allied health practitioners, Accredited Mental Health Social Workers employ various interventions to support individuals with mental health disorders, incorporating the following targeted psychological approaches:
- Cognitive behavioural therapy
- Behavioural interventions
- Cognitive interventions
- Relaxation strategies
- Skills training
- Problem solving
- Anger management
- Social skills
- Stress management
- Parenting skills
- Interpersonal therapy
- Psychoeducation (including Motivational Interviewing)
- Narrative therapy