$60 | 2 CEUs | Virtual
We will examine the development, implementation and reflection of understanding of the utilization of detox criteria and procedures.
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Delivery: Synchronous virtual classroom via Zoom
The epidemic of drug, and especially opioid-related, overdose deaths has been declared a national public health emergency since 2017. Coordinated, compassionate, and science-based care is necessary. This workshop will highlight the significance of flexibility in adjusting Outpatient (OP) treatment, in which professionally directed evaluation and treatment for substance-related, addictive, and mental disorders are oriented to meet the changing treatment needs of clients.
OP treatment needs to be flexible, individualized, and allow for individuals to move through Levels of Care (LOC) as needed and should not be a one size fits all prescription. According to the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM), LOC, as used in the ASAM Criteria, refers to a discrete intensity of clinical and environmental support services linked together and available in a variety of settings.
We will examine the development, implementation and reflection of understanding of the utilization of detox criteria and procedures. In addition, Cycles of Addiction is designed to reinforce a clear, consistent language that can be utilized across all settings and entities.
Training Objectives: At the conclusion of the workshop, participants will be able to:
- Understand how to match patients to appropriate types of Levels of Care.
- Apply clinical guidelines designed to improve assessment and outcomes-driven treatment and recovery services.
- Apply multidimensional assessments to develop and alter course towards wellness and recovery; as well as, achievement of overall functioning.
This workshop is appropriate for all levels of practitioners in varied practice settings.
Instructor: E. Bernard Alexander, M.A.C. is an Addictions and Recovery Training Specialist. He has worked with diverse populations in both clinical and therapeutic settings for over 10 years. He has provided peer support, psycho-education and therapy on substance abuse, co-occurrence, recovery support, maintenance, crisis intervention, community support services, as well as, facilitated individual and group therapy in residential and outpatient settings. Bernard is knowledgeable in Philadelphia's behavioral health systems structure and services. He has extensive experience with collaboration across city-wide behavioral and human service systems, including behavioral health, child welfare, probation and parole, and judicial entities. His work has consistently highlighted the value of evidence-based trauma-informed care and cultural relevance. He has provided formal and informal group training on quality of life, effective parenting, trauma, anxiety, depression, mental health disorders, career and educational transitions, recidivism, toxic masculinity and spirituality, to name a few. He earned his Masters of Arts in Counseling from Mission Seminary (formerly Biblical Theological Seminary).