Core Concepts and Principles Flashcards

What is the main purpose of a resource database's inclusion/exclusion policy?

Answer: To set clear criteria for which organizations and services are listed

An inclusion/exclusion policy sets consistent, written criteria for which resources go into the I&R database.

Under AIRS Standards, at least how often should each resource database record be fully updated?

Answer: At least once a year

AIRS Standards call for each record to be formally updated at least once a year.

What is the AIRS/211 LA County Taxonomy mainly used for?

Answer: Indexing and classifying human services so they can be found consistently

The Taxonomy is a standard classification system for indexing and searching human service resources.

A caller says they plan to end their life tonight. What should the specialist do first?

Answer: Assess immediate safety and follow crisis intervention protocols

Imminent risk calls for immediate crisis intervention and safety assessment before any routine referral.

Which statement about accessibility as an I&R principle is correct?

Answer: Services should be reachable regardless of language, disability, or communication method

Accessibility means removing barriers such as language, disability, and communication method so everyone can use I&R.

When may an I&R specialist usually share identifying information about an inquirer without their consent?

Answer: When required by law, such as mandated abuse reporting, or when there is imminent danger

Confidentiality has legal and safety exceptions, such as duty-to-warn and mandated reporting.

Which AIRS credential is meant for professionals who maintain and index resource databases?

Answer: CRS-DC (Community Resource Specialist – Database Curator)

The Database Curator credential (CRS-DC) covers resource database management and indexing.