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A computerized information system for monitoring and evaluating substance misuse services.

Olearnik H, Power R

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  • Journal Drug and alcohol review

  • Published 02 Oct 2012

  • Volume 11

  • ISSUE 3

  • Pagination 265-74

  • DOI 10.1080/09595239200185801

Abstract

A computerized, comprehensive information system for the managerial monitoring and evaluation of local substance misuse service delivery is presented. It is based on a model which comprises basic elements of service provision such as, client caseload, time management and workload, work and client satisfaction, in both quantitative and qualitative terms. Findings from its initial implementation in a community drug team and drug dependency units in one of the London District Health Authorities are discussed. The possibility of using this evaluation package by drug and alcohol agencies themselves for the purpose of self-evaluation and monitoring as well as quality assurance is also discussed.