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Registration is now closed for June 6, 2023. We have another offering taking place on June 20, 2023!   DESCRIPTION: This training is intended for those who work with LGBT individuals, including professionals working in behavioral health, primary care, HIV care, public health, prevention, community-based organizations, education, and government agencies (local, state, and federal). This training includes an introduction to key terms and concepts (such as gender identity and sexual orientation), treatment considerations for clinical work, and how to address the specific needs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.     LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Recall two (2) factors that might contribute to substance use among LGBT clients. Identify two (2) barriers to health screening and medical care for LGBT clients. Recognize two (2) health issues/behaviors for which LGBT clients have a higher risk. Identify two (2) strategies service providers can implement to create affirming environments for LGBT people. Specify one (1) treatment approach that has been shown effective with LGBT populations. Explain the concept of “cultural humility” and theorize one (1) way that it differs from “cultural competency.” Analyze two (2) strategies for creating culturally affirming interactions.     CERTIFICATES: Those who fully attend will be eligible to receive 3 NAADAC continuing education (CE) hours. NAADAC CE certificates will be sent to qualifying participants via email within 1-2 weeks after the conclusion of the training.        TRAINERS:   Tom Freese is the Director of Training, UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs; Director, Pacific Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center, HHS Region 9; Co-Director           Grant Hovik, MA is a Trainer and Online Curriculum Developer, UCLA Integrated Substance Abuse Programs and the Pacific Southwest Addiction Technology Transfer Center           QUESTIONS: Please contact Victoria Norith by phone (310) 267-5408 or e-mail ([email protected]) if you have questions, concerns, special needs, or require additional information before registering for the training. If you need a reasonable disability-related accommodation/alternative format for this event, please contact Victoria Norith by phone (310) 267-5408 or email ([email protected]) at least 1 week before the training.     The Great Lakes A/MH/PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness recognizes that current environmental factors are traumatizing people of color, which as a risk factor can also initiate or increase substance use and potentially developing trauma and stress complications. Provider bias in stigmatic language or other microaggressions affect a client’s capacity to respond to clinical interventions and are often identified in research, as components of poor behavioral health outcomes. Practitioners who integrate cultural humility in practice are able to support highest levels of patient-centered culturally informed care. This interactive virtual training will review practical tools and strategies for providers to identify and diffuse personal bias, dynamics of culture in substance use treatment and how to facilitate and align cultural humility with other culturally responsive strategies to increase patient wellness for racial and ethnic populations. CREDITS: This training meets the requirements for two renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and two 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. This training is approved under the ASAP-NYCB Certification Board for CARC Elective & CARC/CRPA CE. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.

A common approach in learning any complex skill is to work with experts assisting in the development of competencies. Motivational Interviewing (MI) On-the-Spot offers an opportunity to enhance practitioners’ skills and confidence in the utilization and integration of MI into practice by providing access to subject matter experts to obtain immediate feedback during a one-hour, online, open forum. Bring your questions and join in on the dialogue to increase MI knowledge and change clinical practice approaches through the utilization of an MI style of communication.   To join Motivational Interviewing OtS use the Zoom login below on the scheduled time and day: Step 1: Join from PC, Mac, Linux, iOS or Android: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84298416541 Step 2: Join by Telephone (ONLY if device doesn't have a microphone built in): Phone: +1 669 900 6833 (US Toll) or +1 408 638 0968 (US Toll) Meeting ID: 842 9841 6541

LGBTQIA people are much more than their sexual orientation and gender identity. This interactive webinar combines the perspectives and practices of both Cultural Humility and Motivational Interviewing, inviting participants to consider how these approaches, used in tandem, can enhance engagement and retention of LGBTQIA people. CREDITS: This training meets the requirements for two renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and two 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. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.

This series will discuss on-the-ground initiatives focusing on improving important aspects of indigenous communities’ well-being. The series addresses different aspects of community health and describes projects that have impacted communities across the country. Join us to meet the presenters who have stepped up for their communities and driven meaningful change.

“Trauma Informed Care” is a strengths-based framework firmly grounded in neuroscientific research and best practices that protect and empower trauma survivors and providers alike. When people and organizations provide compassionate, trauma-informed care, the end result is exceptional customer service in an environment where both clients and employees thrive. Join us for an introduction in which participants will gain a deeper understanding of  the prevalence of trauma and the impact of chronic stress (including adverse childhood experiences, or ACEs) on brains, bodies, and behaviors; review key principles of trauma-informed care as well as strategies for implementing best practices; and consider ways to foster resilience. These are universal strategies and principles that can be implemented by anyone, anywhere, to support long-term health and well-being for all.

Dates and times vary by course. For a list of ATTC sponsored courses view below. For a full detailed agenda, visit the Summer School website. For 30 years, the New England ATTC has served as a proud regional workforce development partner for The New England School of Addiction and Prevention Studies, commonly called Summer School. The Summer School is an intensive learning experience, taking place June 5 - 8, 2023, designed to advance the knowledge, skills, and experience of the addiction, treatment, and recovery workforce. The New England ATTC will be hosting a number of plenary sessions and specialized courses focused on treatment and recovery support services to address specific needs of the regional workforce.   The New England ATTC is proud to sponsor several plenary sessions and courses including: COURSES: 452.F.M ATTC: Evidence-Based Practices in Working with the Criminal Justice Offender 459.F.M ATTC: De-escalation & Engagement Strategies: A Trauma Informed Approach 403.V.M ATTC: ATTC: Health Disparities and Building Equity in SUD Services 406.V.M ATTC: Foundations of Motivational Interviewing 558.F.T ATTC: Coming into the Light - Breaking the Stigma of Substance Use Disorders 505.V.T ATTC:Opioid Use Disorder & Treatment 101: Understanding the Disorder, Treatment and Protocol 652.F.W ATTC: Health Disparities and Building Equity in SUD Services 654.F.W ATTC: Behavioral Health and Spirituality for Wellness and Wellbeing 753.F.Th ATTC: The Intersection of Addictions, Race and Criminal Justice 755.F.Th ATTC: Services for Opioid Use Disorders: The Changing Landscape 759.F.Th ATTC: Contingency Management 765.F.WTh ATTC: Motivational Interviewing Foundations 704.V.Th ATTC: Stimulants and their Impact on Brain and Behavior – Best Practices and Approaches  

This is a three part training: June 5th, 12th, and 19th from 9:00am - 1:00pm This 16-hour training (12 hours of live interactive training through Zoom + 4 hours of professional development plan assignments), combined with the 14-hour online “Clinical Supervision Foundations I” training, will meet the 30-hour Clinical Supervision training requirement for the Advanced Counselor and Master Counselor status, as referenced in the OASAS Substance Use Disorder Scope of Practice. This training recognizes the crucial role that Clinical Supervision holds as the cornerstone of performance improvement at both the program and client level. Clinical Supervision, when properly implemented by competent Clinical Supervisors, improves client care, develops clinical skills, and improves the knowledge and professionalism of clinical personnel. It is also paramount in imparting and maintaining ethical standards in the addictions profession. Registrants must complete “Clinical Supervision Foundations I” and email their certificate to [email protected] no later than June 1st in order to attend this training. Credits •This training meets the requirements for 16 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 16 initial hours (CPP, CPS) through NewYork 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. •This training also meets the requirements for 14.5 contact for LCSWs and LMSWs. 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 all three sessions in their entirety, turn on their video cameras, actively participate, and complete the “homework” assignment to receive credit.

***You only need to register once to participate in sessions 6-10***   SESSION DESCRIPTION – NIATx CHANGE LEADER ACADEMY FOR RHRP: The CLA trains both beginners and those with some experience in process improvement in the NIATx model of process improvement: a structured, team-based approach to change management for organizations large and small. Attendees learn how to select a change project, set a project aim, engage senior leaders and staff in the change process, and achieve measurable, sustainable improvements.   Learning Objectives Participants will learn how to: Explain the NIATx principles and change model to team members and begin a change project. Use four, key quality improvement tools - the walk-through; flowcharting; the nominal group technique; and Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) rapid cycle testing. Commit to carrying out a change project in their organization with one NIATx coaching call and three peer learning follow-up calls. Offer a standard approach to process improvement in their agency and begin to develop staff to be change leaders and engaged, change team members.     TRAINING SCHEDULE: All sessions in this series will take place virtually from 3:00 PM–4:00 PM CT / 4:00 PM–5:00 PM ET. Please visit the RHRP series landing page for more information and registration for all sessions in this series.   ***You only need to register once to participate in sessions 6-10*** Session 6 - June 1: Learning Collaborative Kick-off & Introduction to the NIATx Change Leader Academy Session 7 - June 8: NIATx Change Leader Academy for RHRP Session 8 - June 15: NIATx Change Leader Academy for RHRP Session 9 - June 22: NIATx Change Leader Academy for RHRP Session 10 - June 29: NIATx Change Leader Academy for RHRP      CONTINUING EDUCATION: Those who fully attend all 13 hours of the RHRP series will be eligible to receive a total of 13 NAADAC continuing education (CE) hours. NAADAC CE certificates will be sent to qualifying participants via email within 1-2 weeks after the conclusion of the training. Participants who fully attend each of the 5 foundational sessions of the RHRP series will be eligible to receive 1 NAADAC CE hour per session. (Sessions: April 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18) Participants who fully attend all 5 sessions of the RHRP Change Leader Academy will be eligible to receive 5 NAADAC CE hours. No partial credit will be awarded. (Sessions: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29) Participants who fully attend all 10 sessions of the RHRP series will be offered the opportunity to participate in an additional 3 hours of free one-on-one organizational coaching with Mat Roosa that will be tailored to your team and/or agency. Those who participate in these virtual coaching sessions will be eligible to receive 3 NAADAC CE hours. No partial credit will be awarded.     TRAINERS: Mat Roosa was a founding member of NIATx and has been a NIATx coach for a wide range of projects. He works as a consultant in the areas of quality improvement, organizational development, and planning, evidence-based practice implementation. His experience includes direct clinical practice in mental health and substance use services, teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, and human service agency administration.             Isa Vélez is a Puerto Rican clinical psychologist. She is the Ohio State Project Manager for the Great Lakes Addiction, Mental Health, and Prevention Technology Transfer Centers managed by the Center for Health Enhancement Systems Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During her pre-doctoral internship at Children’s Institute in Los Angeles, CA, she obtained a certification as Interpersonal Psychotherapy Clinician. She was trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Family Therapy. In addition, she provides telehealth services to culturally diverse population in Massachusetts and Puerto Rico. Her clinical work has focused on culturally tailored and trauma-informed services to the Latinx community and other ethnic/racial minorities.           The Great Lakes A/MH/PTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.

Presenter: Tana Russell, SUDP, NCTTP, WSCGC-II, CGT, Assistant Director, Evergreen Council on Problem Gambling Many behavioral health providers working with people who have substance use and mental health challenges report feeling under-equipped to effectively provide problem gambling screening and referral services in their practice and programs. This session seeks to answer common questions and reduce barriers to successfully integrate problem gambling conversations, through screening, brief interventions, and referrals to specialists. In this workshop, participants will receive an overview of evidenced-based and validated gambling screening instruments, best practices when it comes to screening, and skills practice. Learning Goals: Be able to choose from a variety of validated gambling screening instruments to select an appropriate tool(s) for use in your practice. Be able to use at least 3 or more screening best practices when conducting a problem gambling screen. Be equipped with a list of referral resources to provide to clients who may need either further assessment by a specialist or community-level support for gambling-related problems.  1.5 CE credits available!

The Brief Negotiated Interview is an evidence-based approach to conducting a person-centered conversation to incite behavior change. In this interactive training, the brief intervention focuses on reducing unhealthy levels of substance use or other at-risk behavior. The content is based on the brief intervention component of SBIRT (screening, brief intervention, and referral to treatment) which utilizes basic Motivational Interviewing (MI) core communication skills. This workshop will review dynamics of person-centered interactions and offer practice activities to enhance provider competencies to effectively facilitate a brief intervention "conversation" and support behavior change. NOTE: This workshop is recommended for those who have gone through the SBIRT training and would like more time to practice the Brief Intervention communication skills. CREDITS: This training meets the requirements for two renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and two 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. Participants are required to attend the ENTIRE training, turn on their video cameras and actively participate in order to receive a Certificate of Completion.

A pressing challenge facing the contemporary behavioral health treatment system is the implementation of evidence-based practices (EBPs). Although many EBPs exist for uptake and delivery to improve treatment outcomes, only 1-3% of provider organizations achieve successful implementation (Bruns et al., 2016). The reasons why provider organizations struggle to implement EBPs are numerous and complex, but a primary reason is that essential foundations of the implementation process get skipped or missed. This presentation from Scott Caldwell, Wisconsin Department of Health Services, will highlight exploration matters with focus on the early steps that organizations can take to create the foundations for later success. Participants will be provided practical guidance and tools for how to engage research-based exploration steps with examples from the field. Learning objectives: Be able to identify 2 reasons why EBP implementation is important.  Be able to identify 2 foundations of exploration.  Be able to identify 3 steps of exploration. Be able to identify 3 (of 6) domains in the Hexagon Exploration Tool. Consider interest in learning more.  About the presenter: Scott Caldwell’s career in the behavioral health treatment field spans three decades as a provider, trainer, evaluator, and consultant. At the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Scott leads the Motivational Interviewing (MI) Implementation Project which partners with selected provider organizations for a multi-year implementation process. As part of this work, Scott provides leadership coaching, implementation team facilitation, training, and MI coaching program development. Having recently completed the inaugural Implementation Practice Certificate Program through the Collaborative for Implementation Practice at University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Scott is passionate about ongoing learning and collaboration with provider organizations to make EBP implementation a reality. 

On Wednesday May 31st, join SSW ATTC Educational Consortium partner school, the University of Central Arkansas with presenter Dr. Stephanie Rose on 'Narcan on College Campuses and other Work Settings.'    Join us to talk all about Narcan and how to advocate to provide Narcan on your college campus or work setting. We will talk about the why and the how to help with obtain buy-in and support from stakeholders. We will explore challenges, as well as strengths that can be beneficial and success to provide Narcan on college campuses and work settings!   Wednesday May 31st Online Webinar - 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Central Time Register Today!    Presenter:  Stephanie Rose, DSW, LCSW, AADC, CS, DCC, Educational Consortium Project Coordinator for UCA Dr. Stephanie Rose is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences and is the Program Director of the Addiction Studies Program. She graduated from Capella University in Minneapolis, Minnesota with her Doctor of Social Work with an emphasis in addiction. Dr. Rose received her Master’s of Social Work and Bachelor’s of Social Work from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Dr. Rose is a Licensed Certified Social Worker, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, as well as, a Drug and Alcohol Clinical Supervisor. Dr. Rose is a member of the Arkansas Collegiate Network and served on the National Association of Social Work Board in several positions, including President. Dr. Rose continues to practice as a mental health professional with a focus on co-occurring disorders. Dr. Rose teaches both undergraduate and graduate students in the field of addiction.   In the News: Program director of UCA's addiction studies program, Dr. Rose helped to bring Nalobox, an initiative of the Arkansas Collegiate Network Bystander Rescue Program to her school. Beginning summer 2022, UCA was the first university in Arkansas to provide access to Narcan through Nalobox across the campus. Read more about Dr. Rose's efforts: https://uca.edu/news/uca-first-arkansas-college-to-participate-in-collegiate-naloxbox-bystander-rescue-program/ On April 17th 2023, Dr. Rose, along with Addiction Studies students at UCA spoke at the state capitol at the 'Save AR Students' rally to focus on providing Narcan safely to all college and high school campuses across Arkansas.   Additional Supporter:  This presentation is supported by the Arkansas Opioid Recovery Partnership. Learn more at https://www.arorp.org/

"Change Talk" is the solid GOLD motor that builds motivation for behavior change when practicing Motivational Interviewing (MI); without it the change-train is going nowhere and you're not practicing MI. During this Learning Community Conversation (LCC), we will review how to evoke Change Talk and how to employ it, once it's spoken by the client/patient.  CREDITS: This training meets approval for 3 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 3 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. Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate in order to receive credit.

This series provides a broad and basic overview of youth development, with a focus on adolescence. Also, research- and clinical-based strategies and approaches regarding prevention, treatment, and recovery will be addressed.

Most trainings on Motivational Interviewing (MI) convey the "concept" of "Change Talk" as essential to the practice and stop there. This interactive Learning Community Conversation will review the "types" of Change Talk and provide opportunities to practice identifying this truly essential part of the language of ambivalence; along with it's often vilified counterpart, Sustain Talk. A prior working knowledge of MI is helpful if you choose to join this conversation. CREDITS: This training meets approval for 3 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 3 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. Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate in order to receive credit.

Join us for South Southwest ATTC's fifth Spotlight Webinar with our Educational Consortium partner school, the Houston Community College for: "Recovery and Harm Reduction."   Over the last two decades, our field has witnessed the rise of Recovery Advocacy and the simultaneous codifying of recovery support services as an evidence-based practice. Yet, recovery identity is inextricably linked with former, and in some instances, ongoing lived experience with substance use.. Harm reduction services, often overlooked as a community resource, provide care to people who use drugs and those with substance use disorder. Further, harm reduction services are scientifically proven to reduce disease burden within public and population health domains. It is important to distinguish harm reduction as a part of, rather than apart from, recovery. This presentation will facilitate participants’ ability to distinguish harm reduction as a part of, rather than apart from, recovery. We will examine the social norms that influence attitudes and explore the overlap of harm reduction principles across the continuum of care, with a focus on recovery-orientation to reduce effects of morbidity/mortality. After the presentation, attendees should be able to: describe basic principles of harm reduction verbalize overlapping principles between recovery and harm reduction identify positive public health outcomes associated with harm reduction     Wednesday May 24th 1:00 - 2:30 pm (CT) Register Today!     Continuing Education:  Earn a certificate of attendance and 2 free CEU's toward Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC).  Additional Information: Establishing Context Examination of the current crisis related to the history of social response to substance use. Unfortunately, social norms and related attitudes have historically polarized the two outlying recovery identities, using versus not, rather than celebrating positive changes within the non-linear spectrums of substance use experience among individual Overview of harm reduction. In this section we learn the basic principles of harm reduction. We also learn the core pillars that create the entire framework.  Explore populations and service contexts most appropriate for harm reduction strategies. People engaging in harm reduction services are statistically more likely to pursue help with initiating and remaining in treatment, establish and maintain a self-defined pathway to recovery, and experience more satisfying quality of life. The Convergence of Recovery and Harm Reduction Discussion of the historical polarization of Recovery and Harm Reduction due to abstinence- based ideologies. This institutionalized, all-or-nothing paradox has created deadly gaps in the continuum of care for people who use drugs; ignoring established research on how many attempts people make before establishing recovery as they define it. Demonstrate convergence between harm reduction and recovery principles using a taxonomical framework. We literally could not be people in recovery today if we had not been people who used substances first. These are not mutually exclusive concepts, but it is important to distinguish each as having nuances of specificity that should be reserved, while finding ways to assimilate both equitably. Provide examples of tangible implications in current service delivery contexts to demonstrate harm reduction as secondary/tertiary recovery.  Minimally, harm reduction can be used as a tool to explore recovery; optimally, harm reduction saves lives. Positive Public Health Outcomes Related to Harm Reduction Global and Historical Data; The current landscape of substance-related mortality beckons us to explore the historical evidence base for harm reduction principles as we look forward with recovery constructs. Resources and linkages relative to the Texas Recovery Oriented System of Care - providies opportunity to deploy a comprehensive array of services that are harm-reduction proficient and recovery supportive to reduce morbidity and mortality.  

Please join us for a 5-part Behavioral Health webinar series as we host Dan Foster, PhD, (Western Band Cherokee-Dakota/Lakota) and Dr. Suzan McVicker, PhD,(Cherokee Descendent), Warren “Bim” Pourier, MA, LPC, (Lakota), as they present on IFS (Internal Family Systems) therapy.  These 120-minute webinars will offer an overview of IFS and its applications in a clinical setting.  Additionally, cultural considerations discussion, recovery, re-entry, and addressing elements of the human condition.  An interactive format will be used with a brief Q and A period reserved at the end of each event. 

On Wednesday 24th, join SSW ATTC Educational Consortium partner school, the University of Central Arkansas with presenter Dr. Stephanie Rose for a 'Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADC) Exam Preparation.' Please join us to prepare for the IC&RC ADC exam. This webinar will review the components of the IC&RC ADC exam, including types of questions, topics and plenty review of questions! Join us to prepare for your upcoming exam! This event is for students in Arkansas and other states who intend to take the IC&RC ADC exam. Priority spots will be given to students at University of Central Arkansas, but other students are welcome! *No CEUs available for this course   Wednesday May 24th 12:00 - 4:30 pm Central Time Online  |   Register Today!   Presenter: Stephanie Rose, DSW, LCSW, AADC, CS, DCC Dr. Stephanie Rose is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Sciences and is the Program Director of the Addiction Studies Program. She graduated from Capella University in Minneapolis, Minnesota with her Doctor of Social Work with an emphasis in addiction. Dr. Rose received her Master’s of Social Work and Bachelor’s of Social Work from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock. Dr. Rose is a Licensed Certified Social Worker, Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, as well as, a Drug and Alcohol Clinical Supervisor. Dr. Rose is a member of the Arkansas Collegiate Network and served on the National Association of Social Work Board in several positions, including President. Dr. Rose continues to practice as a mental health professional with a focus on co-occurring disorders. Dr. Rose teaches both undergraduate and graduate students in the field of addiction.        

Difficult moments don’t have to grow into "incidents" that can threaten client engagement and retention. This workshop is designed to equip participants with basic concepts and preparatory actions that can be used to de-escalate a wide range of interactions. CREDITS: This training meets approval for 3 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 3 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. Participants are required to attend the training in its entirety, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate in order to receive credit.

Model designed to reduce the emotional distress that results from experiencing traumatic events. Focusing on promoting the adaptive functioning and coping skills of the person, immediately after the event occurs (hurricanes, earthquakes, pandemic etc.). Integrate SUD as a high-risk factor in coping with personal or external trauma and how to integrate harm reduction

  Methadone and buprenorphine are considered the gold standard medication for treatment of Opioid Use Disorders. These medications are extremely cost-effective and associated with significant reductions in fatal overdoses. This webinar will review the growing body of evidence for treating Opioid Use Disorders with medications with a particular focus on providing treatment services in jails.   Learning Objectives: Describe the financial costs and benefits of medications for opioid use disorder in both outpatient and carceral settings Describe the nonfinancial benefits of such medications in both settings. Presenter: JK Costello, MD, MPH is the Director of Behavioral Health Consulting for the Steadman Group, LLC and a frequent Opioid Response Network (ORN) presenter. He has experience with designing programs for people with substance use disorders as well as prevention, treatment and recovery professionals.  

DESCRIPTION SAMHSA Region III, in partnership with the Central East Addiction Technology Transfer Center, is hosting a 90 minute virtual interactive training event to focus on workforce recruitment and retention. The featured speakers are the same content experts from Advocates for Human Potential who developed a Recruiting and Retention Toolkit for SAMHSA. The most relevant practical principles from the toolkit that have been updated will be presented. The speakers will showcase workforce planning and implementation strategies based on their extensive experience serving states, counties, providers and stakeholders. OBJECTIVES • Identify the essential components for a behavioral health workforce plan. • Recognize the governmental and organizational stakeholders necessary to bring to the table. • Explore avenues and opportunities for workforce development funding •Understand how to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion into wellbeing and workplace culture to support workforce recruitment and retention GUEST SPEAKERS  ADVOCATES FOR HUMAN POTENTIAL WORKFORCE EXPERTS: Richard Landis, MSW Co-Director, Training and Technical Assistance Fran Basche, MA Senior Program Director Susan Lange, MEd Senior Program Manager   SAMHSA SPEAKERS: Jean Bennett, PhD SAMHSA Regional Director Larke Huang, PhD Director, Office of Behavioral Health Equity      

Description: Data sources estimate that between 25 to 75% of people who survive different forms of abuse and/or a violent trauma develop issues related to substance use. Despite the prevalence of trauma, it often goes undetected particularly in people already dealing with life challenges and at high risk of substance use, misuse, and mental health problems.   This interactive training will review variations of trauma and potential impacts on the mind, and how self-regulation techniques can help address traumatic reactions. The content will further discuss practice specific opportunities for integration of trauma informed care principles and during various points of client interactions. Providers will learn how trauma informed care provides a preventive approach to engagement and supports person centered care.   Credits: This training meets the requirements for 3 renewal hours (CASAC, CPP, CPS) and 3 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. Participants are required to attend the entire session, turn on their video cameras, and actively participate in order to receive a certificate of completion.