Working with the Triply Diagnosed Client (CREDENTIAL: CASAC III; CPP-; CPS-) (Special)
How to assess and accurately identify triply diagnosed clients. Participants will gain insight into treatment issues specific to this population and learn innovative treatment strategies particularly around stabilizations. JL01-08: Wednesday, 7/2/08 (1 session)
6:00-8:30 p.m. - 2.5 hrs
Pre-Registration Fee: $37.50 Faculty: Patricia Haversham-Brown, LCSW, CASAC, CCJS
Cognitive Behavioral Techniques in Short-Term Treatment (CREDENTIAL: CASAC I; CPP 1; CPS I) (Core)
An overview of the basic theories and techniques of cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) and rational-emotive therapy (RET). Discussion of short-term treatment strategies and their integration of CBT and RET with a demonstration of advanced techniques through role play. JL02-08: Mondays, 7/7-7/28/08 (4 sessions)
6:00 - 8:30 p.m. - 10 hours
Pre-Registration Fee: $150 Faculty: Joseph Molnar, MSW, DCSW, NCAC II
Documentation: The Best Defense (CREDENTIAL: CASAC III; CPP -; CPS -) (Core)
An overview of the clinical skills proper documentation and reporting essential to the program performance
of chemical dependency counselors. Focus is on the context of treatment; program monitoring; evaluation
and accountability; and quality assurance and utilization review concepts applicable to the substance abuse
treatment setting. JL04-08: Wednesday, 7/9/08 (1 session)
6:00-8:30 pm – 2.5 hours
Pre-Registration Fee: $37.50 Faculty: Patricia Haversham-Brown, LCSW, CASAC, CCJS
T.C.'s Today: Embracing the Enhancements (CREDENTIAL: CASAC I; CPP I; CPS I) (Core)
The original Therapeutic Community (TC) of decades ago has made many transformations over the past 30 years. Participants will learn about current TC approach, philosophy, the "all-inclusive" services provided in long-term residential treatment, and gain knowledge of the various modified TC's available for special populations. JL05-08: Thursday, 7/10/08 (1 session)
6:00 - 8:30 p.m. - 2.5 hours
Pre-Registration Fee: $37.50 Faculty: Douglas Nash, BA, CASAC
Working with Women Ex-Offenders: Returning to the Community (CREDENTIAL: CASAC II; CPP -; CPS -) (Special)
An exploration of the multiple issues, assessments, and treatment approaches for the female ex-offender
returning to the community. Topics include: incarceration experiences, addiction, age, societal transition,
medical resources, and the difference between female and male inmates. JL06-08: Saturday, 7/12/08 (1 session)
9:30-2:00 pm - 4 hours
Pre-Registration Fee: $60 Faculty: Marilyn V. Urraya, RN, LCSW, CASAC
School-Aged Children and Substance Abuse Prevention (CREDENTIAL: CASAC III; CPP -; CPS -) (Special)
An introduction to alcohol and other drug prevention theories, concepts, and strategies with elementary
school children. Topics include: identifying at-risk children, family and child issues, development of problem solving
skills, and education/promotion activities for more effective interactions with the community at large. JL07-08: Tuesday, 7/15-7/22/08 (2 sessions)
6:00-8:30 pm - 5 hours
Pre-Registration Fee: $75 Faculty: TBA
Preparing a Written/Oral Case Presentation (CREDENTIAL: CASAC III; CPP II; CPS II) (Advanced)
The written case is intended to assist in preparing for an oral presentation in team meetings. Participants will learn how to conceptualize a written and oral case presentation that meets professional standards and agency accountability. JL08-08: Wednesday, 7/16-7/23/08 (2 sessions)
6:00 - 8:30 p.m. - 5 hours
Pre-Registration Fee: $75 Faculty: Kenneth Lee, LCSW, CASAC
Anxiety Management Training for A/SA Clients (CREDENTIAL: CASAC II; CPP -; CPS -) (Core)
An experiential exploration of the five basic components of anxiety management. JL09-08: Thursday, 7/17-7/31/08 (3 sessions)
6:00-8:30 pm - 7.5 hours
Pre-Registration Fee: $112.50 Faculty: Joseph Molnar, MSW, DCSW, NCAC II
Clinical Issues in Multicultural Counseling (CREDENTIAL: CASAC II; CPP-; CPS-) (Core)
Overview of the concept and content of 'culture' as it relates to counseling the alcoholic and drug abusing person. Focus is on how culture influences treatment and affects the transference/counter-transference dynamic. JL10-08: Saturday, 7/19/08 (1 session)
9:30 - 2:00 p.m. - 4 hours
Pre-Registration Fee: $60 Faculty: Marcus Daugherty, MA, CASAC, LMHC
Alcohol/Substance Abuse and the Basic Elements of Suicide Prevention (CREDENTIAL: CASAC III; CPP-; CPS-) (Core)
How to detect the warning signs and screen clients for suicidal ideation. Crisis counseling and protocols for managing a suicidal client will be discussed. Key procedures and legal issues will also be covered. JL11-08: Tuesday, 7/29/08 (1 session)
6:00-8:30 p.m. - 2.5 hrs
Pre-Registration Fee: $37.50 Faculty: Barbara Bonds, LCSW, ACSW, CASAC
