A Closer Look at Cultural Perspective and Diversity Outreach Services – Cordova – a Culture interest event taking place on 2018-08-02 08:30:00 in United States
A Closer Look at Cultural Perspective and Diversity Outreach Services Presented by: Lisa Black, M. Ed., NCACII, CCS and a panelist Course Description: This training is designed to provide everyone with a practical understanding of core assumptions of cultural perspective and substance use disorder. This training will explore the impact of culturally responsive treatment within the recovery community and the pursuit for organizational cultural competence. We will review behavioral health treatment for various racial and ethnic groups. This experiential learning engagement, will build upon the participants’ current knowledge of cultural perspective. Also, we will have a panelist to talk about working with special populations Participants will have a better understanding of core cultural assumptions. Participants will understand the process associated with culturally responsive evaluation & treatment planning. Participants will understand how failure to understand cultural variances can negatively impact the recovery process. Objectives: By the end of the training participants will be able to: Identify core cultural assumptions. Understand the steps associated with culturally responsive treatment Identify how an individual’s cultural differences, affect substance abuse, health beliefs, help-seeking behavior, and perceptions of behavioral health services. About the Presenter: Lisa Black obtained her Bachelor of Social Work from University of Memphis and a Master Degree in Education with a concentration in Counseling from Troy State University. She is a Certified Addiction Counselor Level II. She has worked in Social Service particularly in Addiction for over nineteen years. She has worked in various facets to include: national, federal, prevention, treatment, training, community engagement, faith initiatives and leadership capacities. She is dedicated to workforce retention, gender specific counseling, community engagement, advocacy and clinician development. Lisa is passionate about educating the community on The Disease of Addiction and spreading the message of Recovery. She is a subject expert in the area of Self-care for Helping Professionals to include: Physicians, Social Workers, Counselors, Educators, Clergy, Nurses and Clinicians. She also provides Healthy Lifestyle and Youth Leadership Development. She is a witty and engaging Motivational Speaker an a “Boots on the Ground” advocate for Recovery. She currently provides federal and state specific training and technical assistance. Training FAQ: Q – How do I get my certificate?A – ONLY names entered into eventbrite will have a certificate ready upon completion. Q – How many Contact Hours will I get?A – 6 contact hours Q – Who has approved this training?A – TDMHSAS, CPRS, TCB and Pending NAADAC Q – Is lunch Provided?A – Yes, it's included in the price of the training Q – What should I bring?A – Bring a sweater, shawl, throw and a jacket Q – Are there handouts available?A – Yes, they will be provided at the training Q – Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?A – It is helpful for check-in, but we can check you in without it NAADAC Accreditation: http://www.naadac.org/providers This course has been approved by TAADAS, as a NAADAC approved Education Provider, for educational credits. NAADAC Provider #91749,TAADAS, is responsible for all aspects of their programming. NAADAC Counselor Skill Groups Targeted: Clinical screening and assessments, Treatment plan, Counseling services, Case Management, Discharge and Continuing care, Legal, Ethical and Professional Development Refunds Refunds will be issued through Eventbrite to anyone requesting a refund prior to the training. Anyone requesting a refund after the training will be issued a credit to be used for another training.
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