An Action Plan on Behavioral Health Workforce Development
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Training is a key tool in our efforts to unify science, service and policy. Utilizing several methods, IRETA provides two different types of training programs. The first is focused specifically on substance abuse training for addictions professionals who are in direct prevention, intervention or treatment roles in the provider community. The second is interdisciplinary training targeted at a broad range of professionals in the addictions field or in program and policy development.
All training programs are designed to provide the most comprehensive and current information available, with the underlying premise that addiction is a chronic illness and recovery is the final, achievable goal. In our effort to support the addictions workforce, IRETA also works with various state, academic and professional organizations to obtain continuing education accreditation for all practicing professionals, when possible.
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In addition to our other training programs, IRETA will regularly sponsor educational conferences which are designed to provide a comprehensive evaluation of one or two topics from a number of multidisciplinary perspectives. Conferences will be comprised of recognized experts in research, practice and policy coming together to address a topic from various perspectives, but working toward a common goal - the continued improvement of services to individuals with addictions.
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NeATTC LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE FOR NY AND PA
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August 25-29, 2008
Six Month Program
Price: $1,000
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A Leadership Development Opportunity for Addiction Professionals Many national and regional workforce surveys indicate that the addiction field is undergoing a leadership crisis as many agency directors/managers are approaching retirement age within the next decade, and considerable turnover is occurring at high levels of treatment organizations. The Northeast Addiction Technology Transfer Center (NeATTC), in partnership with SAMHSA’s Partners for Recovery, has stepped forward to provide one of the few educational opportunities to groom successors for leadership positions in addiction service organizations. Now in its fourth year, this professional development opportunity is available to addiction professionals in New York and Pennsylvania (NeATTC Region). WHAT WILL THIS LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE OFFER?
The NeATTC Leadership Institute provides a unique opportunity for emerging leaders within the addiction treatment field. It offers a combination of training seminars, distance learning, mentoring, and experiential learning within a six-month timeframe beginning with a five-day Immersion Training in August, 2008. The primary goal of the NeATTC Leadership Institute is to cultivate new leaders through the enhancement of knowledge and development of competencies among new and emerging leaders. The Institute incorporates a four-phase design that will lay a foundation in developing leadership, and management skills: PHASE I – ASSESSMENT The Leadership Institute begins with an in-depth online assessment of leadership and management interests, values and skills. Skills of participants are thoroughly analyzed through a 360-degree assessment completed by supervisors, peers and subordinates. PHASE II - TRAINING EXPERIENCES The second phase of the Institute consists of a five-day Immersion Training and ongoing continuing education. The Immersion Training is provided by the Graduate School of the U.S. Department of Agriculture. This intensive process is designed to establish a conceptual framework for the completion of the six-month Institute, including a comprehensive analysis of the online assessments. At the conclusion of the five-day training, each trainee is expected to create an Individual Leadership Development Plan (ILDP), based on his/her assessment. This plan consists of a minimum of 20 hours of continuing education and a Leadership Development Project which is designed with the guidance of a mentor. PHASE III - EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING This phase of the Institute moves the trainee from the “classroom” to actual work settings typically the organization which they are employed with the guidance of a mentor. During this phase, the trainee will implement his/her Leadership Development Project and complete relevant continuing education projects. This phase will also include facilitated online discussions of relevant leadership topics in which all Institute trainees participate. PHASE IV - RECOGNITION The Leadership Institute culminates in a special “graduation” ceremony where trainees will give presentations on their projects and describe how the projects related to their ILDPs. The brochure/nomination form/candidate form is available for download in either pdf or doc formats. PDF - Download and save to your computer. Print. Complete the forms and fax or mail them to Ireta. Word - Download and save to your computer. Complete the forms in Word and email, mail or fax them to Ireta.
Leadership Institute Brochure in MS Word
LeadershipInstitute08.pdf
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June 2-3, 2008
Location: Cincinnati
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The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is pleased to announce the next NIDA Blending Conference will be held: June 2-3, 2008, in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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NeATTC LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE FOR NY AND PA
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August 25-29, 2008
Six Month Program
Price: $1,000
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A Leadership Development Opportunity for Addiction Professionals Go to the Pennsylvania listing for the NeATTC Leadership Institute for program description and available brochure downloads.
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Designed to be an interactive learning experience, IRETA hosts several workshops per year focusing on specific addictions-related topics. This format allows for optimal discussion between participants and presenters. Workshops will include any or all of the following components: lecture; case study; question and answer sessions; role play; and small group discussion/practice.
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PA Dept of Health Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Programs Trainings
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Throughout the year
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PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH BUREAU OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL PROGRAMS TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES The Pennsylvania Department of Health Bureau of Drug and Alcohol Programs (BDAP) offers various training opportunities for professionals throughout the Commonwealth at no cost to participants. The on-site training system offers facilities or groups of facilities the opportunity to have training by request at a designated facility. The mini-regional trainings offer a series of one-day trainings in each of the six public health districts every other month. Each regional training day offers 4 separate training modules. Other special training initiatives are sponsored as needed in support of new policies or other identified issues. All trainings are designed to support administrative, prevention and treatment staff and to provide opportunity for ongoing professional development and certification. For additional information, please call 717-783-8200.
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TIP 42 Training of Trainers Call for Trainers - Western and Central Regions
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May 6 and 7, 2008
Location: Altoona
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Description: The Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons with Co-Occurring Disorders Training of Trainers (TOT) is based upon Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP 42), Substance Abuse Treatment for Persons with Co-Occurring Disorders, provided by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. This Training of Trainers will assist in transferring evidence-based knowledge on the treatment of co-occurring disorders to frontline clinicians across the state. Training Goal: The state will have a cadre of trained professionals (educators, clinicians, other professionals) that can “transfer/train” the larger workforce across the state; thus, alleviating the barrier of access to co-occurring training resources. Location: The two day training will be held at the Ramada Conference Center in Altoona, Pennsylvania.
Date: Tuesday, May 6 and Wednesday, May 7, 2008 Audience: Twenty-five selected professionals with previous training experience as well as, expertise in mental health or substance use, or co-occurring services will be trained. Requirements: All trainers will be required to provide at a minimum, 4 co-occurring trainings per year, locally upon completion of this curriculum. Trainer Selection: Qualified participants will be jointly selected by the Departments. Individuals selected to participate in the TOT will be notified by the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. This training is supported by the Department of Health and the Department of Public Welfare, in conjunction, with The Institute for Research, Education and Training in Addictions (IRETA), The Co-Occurring Center for Excellence (COCE), and The Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA).
Call for Trainers.doc
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Mini Regional Training Institutes
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May 14, 2008
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The following courses are scheduled for the May 2008 Mini Regional Training Institutes. Please sign up for these courses and encourage others to attend these free 1-day trainings. To register for these workshops go to the BDAP Training Management System (BTMS) website May 14
Days Inn - Meadville
TB/STD/Hep
Confidentiality
Co-Occurring Disorders
MDS Service Codes May 14
Holiday Inn - Williamsport
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Opiates: Past, Present and Future
PCPC
Fidelity and Adaptation May 14
Luz County Comm College - Nanticoke
Adolescent ASAM
Basic HIV
Relapse Prevention
SPF Assessment Training May 15
Sheraton Four Points - Greensburg
Case Management Overview
Screening & Assessment
Adolescent ASAM
Presentation Skills May 15
Holiday Inn East - Harrisburg
Practical Applications
PTSD and Addictions
PCPC
SPF Assessment Training May 15
Sheraton Reading Hotel - Reading
Addiction 101
Confidentiality
Ethics for Addiction Professionals
Problem Gambling for Beginners
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