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Professional Development
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Topic : Hepatitis and Substance Abuse Presenter : Jill Wolf, LCSW Date : September 15, 2012 Time : 9:00 a.m. - Noon Description : This workshop will focus on providing basic knowledge of what Hepatitis C Virus is, how to best integrate HCV information into your existing program, things to consider before testing, psychosocial support networking and the state of Chicago in treating HCV. Topic : Risk Assessment of Substance Abuse/Mental Health Clients Presenter : Paul Farina – LCPC, MISA II Date : September 29, 2012 Time : 9:00 a.m. - Noon Description : This workshop will cover the theory and practice of crisis intervention, including the specific counselor skills needed to help stabilize clients in crisis. Particular focus will be given to properly assessing clients who are at potential risk of harm to themselves (suicidal) and/or others (homicidal), and appropriate interventions to ensure their safety. In addition, self-injury will be addressed as a risk behavior, and how it relates to, and differs from, suicidality. Topic: Useful AODA Evidenced Based Practices for Substance Abuse Counselors Presenter: Rick Love, MHS, CAADC Date: October 13, 2012 Time : 9:00 a.m. – Noon Description : This workshop will examine a sampling of useful evidenced based practices related to AODA intake, assessment, treatment, and recovery management. The basic essentials of the most useful approaches will be explored and how they can be best implemented in everyday substance abuse counseling.
Topic : Relapse: How to Help Those Struggling With Recovery Presenter : Rev. William Miller – MDiv, DMin, CSADC Date : October 27, 2012 Time : 9:00 a.m. – Noon Description : TBA
Topic : Strengthening Families through Family-Centered Practice
Presenter : Kiley Waltz – MA Date : November 10, 2011 Time : 9:00 a.m. - Noon Description : This interactive workshop will focus on the intricate process of working with families dealing with substance abuse as we detangle and make sense of effective family-centered practice. Specifically, participants will focus on the philosophy, principles, and strategies behind the relationship-based model used to strengthen families as we provide effective prevention and intervention. Relationships are the heart of the matter!
Please note: Temperatures within the conference site can vary. For comfort’s sake, please bring along a sweater, if desired. Hats and shorts are not allowed in building. Please be considerate of all participants by limiting use of beepers and cellular phones to emergencies only. Thank you. Disclaimer : The presentations do not necessarily reflect the policies or practices of Haymarket Center. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION With stops nearby, buses and trains are alternatives to driving. For specific information, call CTA or Metra at (312) 836-7000. Free Parking Available FOR WORKSHOPS Workshops are held at: McLoraine Hall (This location is just across the street and around the corner from the Haymarket Center’s main entrance on Washington Blvd. Entrance to workshop also available through parking lot)
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