This free, in-person workshop will explore the role of opioid and alcohol pharmacotherapy in integrated mental health and addiction care. This session will cover key considerations such as addressing barriers, initiating conversations, and navigating care pathways.

Gain practical insights into managing risks, ensuring safety, and collaborating effectively with healthcare professionals. Designed to equip you with knowledge and strategies, this workshop supports delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care.

This session is aimed at Victorian AOD and mental health workers in clinical settings.

This workshop is offered by Hamilton Centre and funded by the Victorian Department of Health.

• Date: Wednesday, 30th April 2025
• Time: Registration 9 – 9:30am | Workshop 9:30am – 4pm.
• Location: Turning Point/ Hamilton Centre, Level 1, 110 Church Street, Richmond.
• Cost: Free

Participants will receive a certificate of attendance and will be asked to complete a survey to help us improve future events.

Places are limited, so early registration will secure your spot. For further information, please contact us at education@hamiltoncentre.org.au.

Presenters

Alice Frank is a senior clinical pharmacist with particular interest and expertise in mental health and substance use disorders. She has extensive experience in various clinical and leadership roles within Victorian Public Health Services. She is passionate about the significant positive impact that mental health pharmacists have in ensuring optimal, patient-centred, and evidence-based treatments.

Lisa Jarvie is a registered nurse passionate about contributing to developing robust processes that deliver client-led goals and experiences, increasing self-determination in healthcare. With a background in statewide program management, chronic pain, aged care, and culture change, Lisa came to the AOD sector after completing a Master of Addictive Behaviours in which she completed a thesis in pain, sleep, and substance use.

Annie Williams is a highly experienced registered nurse who has worked in clinical leadership and project management roles. She is committed to continuous improvement, advocacy, and equitable service delivery. Annie holds a master’s qualification in Pain Management and has collaborated extensively with the Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) sector.