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CILISAT - Community Interpreter Language and Interpreting Skills Assessment Tools Specialized Terminology: Social Services Questions and Answers Flashcards

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  1. What does 'SSI' refer to in U.S. social services benefit programs?

    Answer: Supplemental Security Income

    SSI stands for Supplemental Security Income, a federal program providing monthly payments to people with limited income who are aged, blind, or disabled.

  2. In social services interpreting, what is an 'individualized service plan' (ISP)?

    Answer: A customized written plan outlining goals and services for a client with disabilities

    An ISP is a personalized plan developed collaboratively with a client with disabilities, outlining their goals, needed services, and support strategies.

  3. What does 'psychosocial assessment' mean in social work?

    Answer: An evaluation of a client's mental health, social functioning, and environmental circumstances

    A psychosocial assessment examines the interplay of a client's psychological wellbeing, social relationships, and environmental factors to inform care planning.

  4. In public benefits terminology, what is a 'means test'?

    Answer: An assessment of a person's financial resources to determine eligibility for assistance

    A means test measures an applicant's income and assets to determine whether they meet the financial eligibility requirements for a specific benefit program.

  5. What is a 'restraining order' in the context of domestic violence social services?

    Answer: A court order prohibiting an individual from contacting or approaching a protected person

    A restraining order (also called a protective order) is a legal court order that restricts an abuser from contacting, approaching, or harassing the victim.

  6. What does 'wraparound services' mean in social services?

    Answer: A coordinated, individualized package of community-based supports for youth and families with complex needs

    Wraparound services coordinate multiple agencies and supports around a family or youth to address their comprehensive needs holistically rather than in silos.

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