California Addiction Training and Education Series

This interactive daylong training will introduce participants to the subject of case management for working with clients and patients before, during, and following active treatment for a substance use disorder. The key differences between case management and clinical treatment will be explored. The training will introduce the foundational principles of case management theory and present the four prevalent models of case management including the brokerage/generalist model and the strengths-based model. The training will present the core functions of case management framed as the 3 C’s (Connection, Communication, and Coordination), and explore the three types of agency coordination by which case management can be facilitated. Throughout the training, individuals will have the opportunity to operationalize concepts through active participation in multiple interactive exercises.

To register online, please visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NBKDCR3

Causes, Prevalence, and Treatment of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder

This course will focus on the causes, prevalence, prevention and treatment of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and the impact that social workers, probation officers, educators, medical personnel, and legal professionals can have on the future of children and their families who are at risk of, or are already affected by this condition.

1.5 Free CEUs and CMEs offered. Food Provided.

See flyer below for more information.

Enhancing Cultural Humility

Cultural diversity and the rising emphasis on evidence based practice within community based mental health settings have sparked dialogues regarding cultural competence among mental health professionals. Given the complexity of multiculturalism, we have a responsibility to recognize the value and diversity of our clients. Moreover, it is beneficial to understand cultural competency as a process rather than an end product. From this perspective, competency involves more than gaining or practicing scientific knowledge; it also includes our ongoing attitudes and unconscious thought process toward both our clients and ourselves.

We must enter work with diverse families with cultural humility, acknowledging that we are always in the process of learning and growing. This talk has a central aim to enhance the implementation of cultural humility values and skills into daily work with diverse families in community-based settings.

2 Free Hours of Continuing Education Offered. Attendees MUST Register online here: https://sloco.wufoo.com/forms/z5cpk8f0na7clq/

Enhancing Cultural Humility

Cultural diversity and the rising emphasis on evidence based practice within community based mental health settings have sparked dialogues regarding cultural competence among mental health professionals. Given the complexity of multiculturalism, we have a responsibility to recognize the value and diversity of our clients. Moreover, it is beneficial to understand cultural competency as a process rather than an end product. From this perspective, competency involves more than gaining or practicing scientific knowledge; it also includes our ongoing attitudes and unconscious thought process toward both our clients and ourselves.

We must enter work with diverse families with cultural humility, acknowledging that we are always in the process of learning and growing. This talk has a central aim to enhance the implementation of cultural humility values and skills into daily work with diverse families in community-based settings.

2 Free Hours of Continuing Education Offered. Attendees MUST Register online here:https://sloco.wufoo.com/forms/z13amkyb07k0i1a/

Healthy Relationships in LGBTQ Communities

This training provides an opportunity for LGBTQ community members to learn to identify what makes a relationship healthy. By understanding what makes a relationship healthy, participants can better identify risk of violence or coercive behavior.

Intimate Partner Violence in the LGBTQ+ Communities Training

This training provides an opportunity for service providers to learn about the dynamics of intimate partner violence that are specific to LGBTQ communities and the need for specialized services for LGBTQ survivors of intimate partner violence. Participants will learn to understand intimate partner violence in LGBTQ communities in terms of the workings of heterosexism and cissexism, as well as how to better identify and support LGBTQ survivors in interactive activities. This training will also provide a brief introduction into the importance of screening and assessment, as well as tools and resources for providing culturally accessible and affirming services and support for LGBTQ survivors.

Attendees must register through the link on the flyer included here.

Preventing Suicide in the LGBTQ Community

This a free presentation and introduction to the full day course on Friday, May 17th. Please see flyer below for more information.

The free session is open to the general public and is an exceptional resource for the following groups:

• Educational / School Administrators
• School Faculty
• Law Enforcement, First Responder, Healthcare Administrative Staff
• Private and Public Sector Executive and Management Staff
• Parents
• Unlicensed Medical Employees
• Dental Employees
• Peer Counselors

Journey of Hope

An increasing amount of research suggests that adverse life events can have a powerful impact on the origins and maintenance of voice hearing. This lecture draws on the presenter’s own experience of hearing voices, as well as recent empirical and clinical findings, to demonstrate how making sense of voice(s) content and context may help promote healing and recovery. Resources are provided for possible ways of interpreting the emotional representations that can be embodied by voices. In addition, information is presented in regards to the work of the International Hearing Voices Movement, a survivor-led initiative that aims to support voice hearers, reduce stigma and prejudice, and promote positive alliances between experts by experience (voice hearers, their friends, and family members) and experts by profession (clinicians and researchers).

Using a Trauma Informed Lens

Trauma Informed Care (TIC) integrates core principles of neurodevelopment, trauma and attachment with mindful healing to support a comprehensive approach that can be used by clients, providers, and community members.

Using a Trauma Informed Lens

Trauma Informed Care (TIC) integrates core principles of neurodevelopment, trauma and attachment with mindful healing to support a comprehensive approach that can be used by clients, providers, and community members.