This session will discuss the Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model for addressing behavioral health concerns in a primary care setting. PCBH is an integrated care model that is team-based and focused on population health. Participants will learn about gaining agency buy-in, creating space for workflow, developing a collaborative, team-based approach to behavioral health, and […]

In this session, participants will learn introductory elements of grant writing. This session will introduce participants to grant terminology, where to find grant opportunities, and how to read grant announcements. PART 1 LEARNING OBJECTIVES Review commonly used grant terminology Discuss how and where to find grant opportunities appropriate for your organization Explore next steps when […]

This is the rescheduled date for the event being postponed on 11/15. If you have already registered, it is not necessary for you to register again. Those who originally registered for 11/15 will be receiving an email.    Description The webinar is to support the education and skill development for professionals who work with people […]

This webinar, hosted by the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA), will outline the importance of having specialized juvenile prosecutors and bureaus/units, given the critical role that juvenile prosecutors play in youth rehabilitation, delinquency, and crime prevention, the development of school and community partnerships, and community safety. This course will outline areas of expertise that juvenile […]

In this continuation from session one, participants will become familiar with the clinical aspects of PCBH work. This will include screening for behavioral health concerns, learning how to conduct brief visits with targeted interventions, documentation, collaborative care work with consulting psychiatrists, the use of SBIRT, and other strategies.

In this session, participants will learn how to read a grant announcement and create a plan for responding to a request for proposals (RFP). PART 2 LEARNING OBJECTIVES Learn how to determine eligibility for grant funding Explore best practices for building a grant writing team Tips and tricks for making the grant writing process smooth

Over the past 20 years, a growing understanding of the pervasive and harmful impact of traumatic events on individuals, families and communities has led to the emergence of research on the effects of trauma and treatment strategies to address mental health. According to SAMSHA, trauma is a widespread, harmful, and costly public health problem, occurring […]

In this session, participants will learn about the most common grant application sections and how to address them. PART 3 LEARNING OBJECTIVES Explore some of the most common sections in grant applications Learn best practices for gathering data and making a compelling case for your community Develop skills for action planning

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a proven approach for treating substance use disorders (SUD). This training is designed to provide a detailed overview of the ways in which DBT enhances SUD treatment by providing tools for mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. DBT goes beyond traditional approaches, promoting self-acceptance, tackling co-occurring mental health […]

Virtual reality (VR) is an immersive technology that creates a simulated experience. Unlike traditional media, such as television or computer screens, VR offers a three-dimensional (3D) experience. One of the remarkable aspects of VR is Social VR, which allows individuals to interact with each other in 3D virtual spaces in real-time. This interaction is facilitated […]

This webinar, hosted by the National District Attorneys’ Association (NDAA), will educate prosecutors about North Carolina’s juvenile justice system from complaint to petition to disposition. It will cover how the state uses a risk assessment instrument (YASI adopted Jan. 1, 2021), how it allocates funding to community-based programs, and how it has implemented evidence-based practices, […]

This workshop will explore the intricate web of social determinants of health and their profound impact on substance misuse. Designed for prevention professionals, this session will unravel the complex connections between social determinants and substance misuse while providing actionable strategies for addressing these issues at the community level.

In the final session of our 'Ready for Re-entry' series, we will discuss the practical application of the Forensic Peer Mentor service delivery model is explored and discussed by active FPM, their leadership and their community stakeholders. Learning Objectives: By the end of this program participants will be able to 1) Identify the roles a […]

Today there are more individuals aged 55 and older who are in contact with the United States criminal justice system than ever before, and the rate is increasing at a rapid pace. It is estimated that by 2030, a third of all incarcerated individuals will be over 55. In addition to the common challenges that […]

Racial and use bias has been demonstrated in the research related to Behavioral Health and Medically Assisted Therapy. The conclusion that has been drawn is that even well-meaning providers and staff hold biases that impact how and to whom they offer care and medicinal support for Substance Use Disorder (SUD). This lecture explores this research […]

Medications that treat alcohol use disorder (AUD) and opioid use disorder (OUD), as well as medications that reverse opioid overdose, are an essential component of evidence-based substance use disorder treatment. This webinar will discuss recent policies and regulations that improve access to these medications, state Medicaid coverage of medications, as well as promising innovative efforts […]