AODS Training Opportunities

SYSTEMIC & FAMILY TREATMENT ISSUES

This course will discuss how treatment of the family system may uncover issues which could be affecting positive recovery in patients with addiction to alcohol and other drugs. Learn about new techniques and interventions in working with families affected by alcohol. Participates will explore some of the more common issues which arise in treatment, and ways to alleviate them.

Instructions

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BRIEF TOBACCO CESSATION INTERVENTION

Participants will learn the basics of Tobacco 101 and how to apply one-on-one cessation counseling techniques to motivate and support tobacco cessation among high-risk populations.

Instructions

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PREVENTING SEXUAL HARASSMENT IN THE WORKPLACE

This course will focus on sexual harassment, a form of discrimination that violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. Sexual harassment consists of unwanted, unwelcome sexual advances or sexual conduct in the workplace that has the effect of unreasonably interfering with a person’s work performance. This type of behavior can create an intimidating or hostile work environment.

Instructions

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Fee: None

INTEGRATED TREATMENT & CONTINGENCY MANAGEMENT

This course will focus on the fundamentals of Integrated Treatment and Contingency Management, based on the principal in which patients are rewarded for their positive behaviors. Join us and learn some practical tools using Integrated Treatment & Contingency Management techniques to help clients achieve improved functioning.

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CO-OCCURRING & COMMUNICABLE DISEASE

Participants will learn what diseases occur most commonly with our clients, specifically TB, HIV, HCV, and other communicable diseases. Participants will be able to recognize those psychological symptoms most problematic in substance abusing populations and when to make referrals for further assessment.

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TREATMENT PLANS & PROGRESS NOTES

Elements of a timely and clinically thorough treatment plan will be examined. Participants will learn how to recognize and document salient facts and observations that will leave an accurate picture of clients for the next reader, whether that’s a peer or a judge. The difference between qualifying and stating an observation of the client, the principles of good chart notes and file-keeping will be explored.

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Fee: None

VICARIOUS TRAUMA

Vicarious Trauma is negative changes that happen to helping professionals over time as they witness other people’s suffering and need. While many helping professionals are changed positively by their experiences, here we focus on the negatives. These negative changes are the cost of caring for and caring about others who have been hurt. Join us in learning about ways you can identify Vicarious Trauma on yourself and measures you can take to address the pressures of working in a demanding field. Learn self help tools and strategies to stay healthy on the job and in personal well-being.

Instructions

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CULTURAL COMPETENCY

This course will focus on strategies and practices that enhance cultural competency for the individual health care professional. Lack of awareness about cultural differences can make it difficult for both providers and patients to achieve the best, most appropriate care. Despite all our similarities, fundamental differences among people arise from nationality, ethnicity, and culture, as well as from family background and individual experiences. These differences affect health beliefs, practices, and behavior on the part of both patient and provider, and also influence the expectations that patient and provider have of each other. Join us in this informative session and learn tools to be more effective with diverse groups.

Instructions

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MEDICAL ASPECTS OF ADDICTION

This course will focus on the short-term as well as the long-term affects of addiction on the body, and how addiction causes enduring damage to the various body systems such as the liver, brain, central nervous system, and blood. Learn ways you can educate clients on the long term physiological consequences of addiction.

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CONFIDENTIALITY

Participants will learn the general rule of confidentiality, the ten elements of a legal Release of Information, and exceptions to confidentiality, and mandated reporting responsibilities. HIPAA and 42 CFR, part 2 will be discussed as to the issues relevant in our agencies.

Instructions

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Fee: None

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ETHICS

Participants will learn the AODS Code of Conduct and DHS Standards of Conduct and how they relate to their job. Through the use of vignettes and small group exercise, ethical situations will be discussed in the context of the AOD field.

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YOUTH SERVICES IN SONOMA COUNTY    

This course will explore the various resources available for Sonoma County youth. Because funding for services is constantly decreasing, it has become increasingly important for service providers to become familiar with youth-oriented services and how to link families to them. Join us in this interactive discussion about some practical ways to contact and access youth oriented services for your clients.

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