Remote Work
Rehabilitation counselling practice has evolved to include more remote service provision in recent years. This addresses the needs of immunocompromised and other clients who for various reasons can’t access services in person.
Resources:
Telehealth Services
Tele-practice is increasingly being considered for the provision of allied health services. There is a range of resources and information to guide you in understanding and effectively implementing appropriate telehealth service delivery. Find more information here:
- The Australasian Telehealth Society
- Video on best practice for quality NDIS allied health services.
National Disability Insurance Scheme:
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is taking an active role in providing up-to-date Coronavirus information to registered NDIS providers via its alerts. The NDIS has also announced participants can use budgets to purchase equipment for telehealth.
Medicare Benefits Schedule Update:
The Prime Minister’s health package in response to the coronavirus (COVID–19) includes temporary measures under the Medicare Benefits Schedule and Department of Veterans’ Affairs allowing doctors, nurses and mental health allied professionals to deliver bulk-billed services via telehealth. These items can now be claimed.
Managing Anxiety, Stress and Wellbeing
If you are struggling due to Covid-19, there is support available.
Black Dog Institute has a range of evidence-based resources to help individuals, workplaces, schools, parents and health professionals.
Beyond Blue has a Coronavirus Mental Wellbeing Support Service. Their trained counsellors are available 24/7 to support you – simply call 1800 512 348.
To read further research on the benefits of remote work CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW to access research reviewed by Dr Helen Redmond:
https://www.researchreview.com.au/au/Clinical-Area/Other-Health/Rehabilitation.aspx