Description: The Diagnostic Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM-5-TR) includes substance use disorders along with a myriad of other psychiatric conditions that have similar symptomology. Screening for substance use can help to discern between symptoms that may seem to result from a mental health condition but may actually be substance use related. By incorporating screening, brief interventions and referral to treatment (SBIRT) in practice, clinicians can identify and intervene with individuals who are experiencing psychosocial or health conditions related to their substance use. This interactive learning event will review intersections of psychoactive substances and mental illness, impact on mental illness diagnosis and treatment, and benefits of how SBIRT can augment successful outcomes for individuals with co-occurring disorders. *Please note* Tickets are not needed for this event. The Zoom link will be included in the confirmation and reminder emails. Trainer: Diana Padilla, MCPC, CTSS, CARC Credits: This training has been approved for three renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and three initial hours (CPP, CPS) through New York State’s Office of Addiction Services and Supports (NYS OASAS). As an IC & RC member board, OASAS accredited courses are granted reciprocal approval by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Alcohol and Drug Counselor Committee. Many other states offer reciprocity - please check with your accrediting agency. Additionally, Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc., Training Institute is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0694. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a certificate of completion.

Description: Understand what the SBIRT Model is. Define what are narcotic, depressant, stimulant and hallucinogenic substances and differentiate the effects on the Central Nervous System. Understand the procedures of the SBIRT Model. Encourage group level case discussions. Apply the SBIRT Model.

Closed event for staff at Empower Somerset Description: SBIRT is a practice that uses a preventive public health approach to identify and intervene with persons whose pattern of substance use puts them at risk for or are experiencing substance-related health problems. SBIRT also identifies essential elements of effective referrals to specialty care for persons with a high potential for substance use disorders. Because many people do not meet the criteria of alcohol or substance use disorder and are potentially impacting their health and wellness, SBIRT uses a culturally appropriate and recovery-oriented framework to address a person’s risky behavior and as a model, can be integrated into health care and behavioral health settings. This course will review validated instruments to screen for substance use, how to provide a brief intervention, and essential components of successful facilitation of referrals to specialized care.

Women who use drugs are at disproportionate risk of exposure to HIV and HCV, inadequate healthcare access, and interpersonal violence. While harm reduction practices are shown to improve outcomes associated with substance use, women experience unique barriers to accessing these services, including overlapping forms of stigma, fears of criminal-legal involvement, gender-based violence, and limited gender-responsive programming. Providers and organizations who work with women who use drugs should develop methods for bridging gaps in care based on the latest evidence. This talk from Alex Rains, MD, of Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA, explored the current landscape of care for women who use drugs and equip providers with strategies to combat stigma and meet the healthcare needs of this community.

DESCRIPTION Challenges in processing information is a critical consideration for providers engaging in prevention and outreach to people living with substance use disorder. To empower assessment and intervention, providers need to increase their skills in information gathering and sharing with people whose diagnoses contain a cognitive processing barrier. This toolkit will define and exemplify what cognitive processing disorder is, how it presents, and some basic considerations for navigating it. To download the toolkit, please use the CPD Toolkit button on the right side of this page.   This toolkit was developed in collaboration with Laura Hinds of Hindsight Consulting Group, LLC. Laura Hinds MSW, LCSW is a clinical social worker with experience in medical, behavioral and mental health settings. Laura has had the pleasure of working with high acuity special needs populations and their providers for over 22 years. An alumna and instructor at Penn’s School of Social Policy and Practice for 13 years, and Bryn Mawr’s School of Social Work and Social Research for the past 4 years, Laura has supported the learning and education of new social workers, veterans in the field, and their interdisciplinary partners.

This is a recording of the webinar presented on March 19, 2025 with Kate Speck, PhD, MAC, LADC. The 90-minute ethics webinar will equip behavioral health professionals with an understanding of ethical principles for application in their professional roles. Emphasizing the significance of ethical values in human service practice, this presentation will explore topics relevant to professionals in addiction, gambling, mental health, case management, social work, vocational rehabilitation, and justice fields, particularly serving in rural areas. Discussion of ethical responsibility, recognizing personal core values underpinning ethical practice, examining an ethical decision-making model, and understanding the context of therapy will be addressed.