Special training opportunity for practitioners in the Adult AOD sector
Effective work with Adolescents in AOD services
YSAS, with the support of DHHS Workforce Development, would like to invite participants to a 1-day training to increase knowledge and capacity to respond effectively to the needs of adolescents and young people who are seeking support through the adult AOD sector.
Audience: Victorian adult AOD sector practitioners who see clients aged 16 – 21
Cost: Free
We want to build on the extensive skills and experience of AOD sector workers by providing a developmental overlay to their existing capabilities, to increase engagement and effectiveness with adolescent clients.
Topic areas:
- Adolescent Development
- Engagement
- Resilience and related theory
- Developmentally-appropriate practice
- Relationship-based practice
Sessions
Two sessions are being held, both in non-CBD locations to encourage participation by both regional and metro practitioners.
Monday 17th July 2017
10am – 4.00pm
Hastings Community Hub
1973 Frankston - Flinders Rd
Hastings 3915
Monday 24th July 2017
10am – 4.00pm
Wyndham Youth Resource Centre
86 Derrimut Rd
Hoppers Crossing 3029
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General enquiries to YSAS Training training@ysas.org.au
