Which goal involves evaluating client outcomes after referrals?

• A. Third Goal
• B. Second Goal
• C. Fifth Goal
• D. Fourth Goal

Answer: (A)

Evaluating client outcomes after referrals is about following up to see if the referral produced the intended benefits for the client. The key is checking whether the client engaged with the referred service, whether progress toward specific goals is being made, and whether the overall plan needs adjustment based on real results. This step provides evidence of effectiveness, supports accountability, and guides next actions—such as additional supports or a revised plan—based on what actually happened after the referral. Documentation should capture measurable changes and inform future decisions in supervision and case management.

The other goals are tied to earlier steps in the process—identifying needs, initiating or confirming referrals, and setting up the plan—rather than assessing the impact after the referral. So focusing on outcomes after referrals is about impact, accountability, and ongoing care.