Events

INTERSECTION OF AOD AND ELDER ABUSE

Online

Key Take Aways: Elder Abuse is not just neglect but can be financial abuse, psychological abuse and physical abuse The relationship between AOD and Elder Abuse Special Challenge when the individual experiencing the abuse/violence is not your client

Free

Free Information Session: Rural and Regional Community Mental Health and AOD Services Workforce Incentive Scheme

Online

Register to attend: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/rural-and-regional-mhaod-workforce-incentives-scheme-information-session-tickets-342494920527 Information session for Victorian regional and rural Community Mental Health and Alcohol and other Drugs (AOD) services. The 2021-22 state budget allocated funding to establish a rural and regional workforce incentive scheme. This will support rural and regional Community Mental Health and AOD Services with grants to enhance recruitment packages to

Free

Superskills For Supervisors

Online

Build your leadership skills and contribute to the next generation of practitioners The key to great practice is great supervision. If you are a practice or clinical supervisor in the alcohol and other drug sector or want to become one, and you are ready for your next professional challenge, this workshop is for you. Gain

Forensic Youth AOD Training June 2022

Online

Forensic Youth AOD Workforce Training A two-day advanced forensic clinical training course (split over four days) targeted at senior AOD clinicians working with forensic youth clients presenting with highly complex needs. This training will cover the below learning outcomes: Understanding the Youth Justice System in Victoria Substance use and offending in youth justice client Forensic assessment,

Free

No Bullshit Therapy in Practice

Online

This half-day live stream workshop, presented by The Bouverie Centre, complements our No Bullshit Therapy (NBT) self-paced online course. It supports the content of the self-paced online modules by building on your existing knowledge of NBT as a way to work respectfully with all people, including those reluctant to engage.

$115

Mental Health and AOD: Essentials of Practice

Online

Includes a co-facilitated session with people of lived experience This is a blended training package that includes three on-line modules and two live zoom (face-to-screen - F2S) sessions. This training is an introduction to the key principles of working with clients who experience mental health and substance use/addiction issues. Online Modules released Monday 30 May

$50

Free Online HEPReady Essentials Accredited Course – June 15

Zoom webinar

Update your essential knowledge on viral hepatitis and liver conditions   Did you know? An estimated 340,000 people in Australia are living with hepatitis B or hepatitis C. More than 70% of people living with chronic hepatitis B are not receiving care. It is estimated that 1 in 5 people living with chronic hepatitis C

Free

Help! I’ve Been Subpoenaed!

Online

Do you know what to say and do if you are subpoenaed to appear in court? Are your case notes court-ready? Nearly 50% of alcohol and other drug workers have had their case notes subpoenaed. Are yours court-ready? Write great case notes and feel confident giving evidence in court with this fun and practical case

Navigating Complexity In Alcohol and Other Drug Settings

Online

Gain a deep understanding of how to respond to co-occurring mental health problems in alcohol and other drug treatment Comorbidity is the norm rather than the exception. In this two day interactive online workshop you will deepen your understanding of co-occurring mental health and alcohol and other drug issues and build knowledge, confidence and skill

Recurring

BreakThrough: Families understanding addiction

Online

Since 2015, BreakThrough: Families understanding addiction has helped family members across Victoria better understand drug use, improve communication and wellbeing, and access appropriate support networks. BreakThrough offers practical strategies and support, and provides an opportunity for family members to connect and learn from each other. Sessions are online via Zoom and go for 1 hour.

Free