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The development of an evaluative tool which assesses evidence-based practices of alcohol treatment programs in a rural community in the Inland Northwest
Citation
Robertello, Kimberly Matthews.. (2008). The development of an evaluative tool which assesses evidence-based practices of alcohol treatment programs in a rural community in the Inland Northwest. Theses and Dissertations Collection, University of Idaho Library Digital Collections. https://www.lib.uidaho.edu/digital/etd/items/etd_257.html
- Title:
- The development of an evaluative tool which assesses evidence-based practices of alcohol treatment programs in a rural community in the Inland Northwest
- Author:
- Robertello, Kimberly Matthews.
- Date:
- 2008
- Keywords:
- Alcoholism--Inland Empire (Pacific Northwest)--Prevention--Evaluation Evidence-based social work
- Program:
- Education
- Abstract:
- This program assessment study had two main functions: (1) to develop an evaluative tool which compared and assessed program mission, content, and theoretical framework of alcohol treatment programs in a rural inland northwest community to evidence-based practices; evaluate client recidivism of these programs; evaluate the population demographics being served in these programs; and (2) make recommendations for program improvement based on evidence-based practices (EBPs).;The Robertello Evaluative Tool (RET) for Evidence-Based Practices in Alcohol Treatment was developed to provide alcohol treatment programs with an effect measurement of EBPs which examine specific program content. The RET assessment was completed with one pilot study program and four other outpatient alcohol treatment programs. The assessment process included completion of the RET by the program facilitators and an interview which was digitally recorded, transcribed, and analyzed. Analysis methods included Likert scale ratings collected in the areas of theoretical frameworks, mission, goals, and objectives, and treatment methods; qualitative data was segmented, coded, and themes were developed. Descriptive statistics and measures of central tendency were calculated for client demographic and recidivism information as available. Each facility was presented with EBP recommendations for implementation. After the pilot study analysis and the field study analysis processes, the RET was modified to ensure accuracy and ease of use.;Analysis of the individual alcohol treatment programs suggested that EBPs in the areas of theoretical frameworks, mission, goals, and objectives, client recidivism and client demographics were not implemented at most facilities. Practitioners need assistance in program planning including the recognition and implementation of EBPs. By using a successful assessment criterion, alcohol treatment programs can improve program practices and begin to track overall program effectiveness.;Program facilitators reported the RET assessment process was easy to use and accurately reflected issues their facilities had with implementing EBPs. Program facilitators found the Practice Recommendation Summary to be helpful and especially appreciated the examples that were provided to implement the recommendations.;The RET can serve as a foundational tool for the assessment of EBPs in the future by providing individual alcohol treatment providers a resource for transitioning alcohol research and theory into practice.
- Description:
- Thesis (Ph. D., Education)--University of Idaho, May 2008.
- Major Professor:
- Sharon K. Stoll.
- Defense Date:
- May 2008.
- Type:
- Text
- Format Original:
- xi, 277 leaves ;29 cm.
- Format:
- record
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