Problem Gambling Webinar- Designing a Successful Problem Gambling Prevention Program
May 21, 2012 ¤ Broadcast Time, 12 PM
The IDPH Office of Problem Gambling Treatment and Prevention announces:
Designing a Successful Problem Gambling Prevention Program Without Being Overwhelmed Webinar Training
Monday, May 21, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., Central Time
Participants will log in from their own computer for a 90 minute web-based session.
Course Description:
This webinar will take a look at key components of a prevention of problem gambling program including utilizing a strategic planning framework, including multiple strategies over multiple domains and incorporating best practices in prevention design. Two examples of a planning and development process will be explored, taking into account limited budgets and personnel.
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Recoveration Computer Training
May 24, 2012 ¤ Des Moines, IA
Session Description: You've heard the reasons why people don't reach out for help. Well, help is still available any time of day or night. Distance treatment services remove the barriers to treatment access and increase retention and continuity. The Iowa Department of Public Health, in partnership with providers of problem gambling treatment, is committed to offering a statewide network of services. Our ability to provide high quality and flexible services is improved through distance treatment services. In an effort to expand the use of this tool we are offering a 3-hour training on the use of Recoveration, an on-line resource used to improve communication during the treatment and recovery process.
Target Audience: Problem gambling counselors and clinicians substance abuse counselors and other helping professionals. Training is ONLY OPEN to State Licensed Problem Gambling Treatment Programs.
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Employing Social Media in Community-Based Prevention: Should We Jump In?
Jun 07, 2012 ¤ Webinar Session,
This is a webinar training where participants will log in from their own computer for a 1 1/2 hour web-based session. This is a free webinar training, compliments of the Iowa Department of Public Health Division of Behavioral Health, Bureau of Substance Abuse. Presenter: Thomas Workman, PhD
Session Description:
Social media has become a hot topic in prevention and public health, with thousands of public health agencies, schools, and community coalitions jumping online to share their message in the digital realm. Is all the hype about this new form of social interaction worth the time, effort, and risk of creating an online presence? Dr. Tom Workman lays out the fundamental functions of a social media presence and creates a realistic look at what it takes from a technical and managerial perspective to create an online presence that can enhance the engagement of community stakeholders, volunteers, target audiences, or the general public.
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Employing Social Media in Community-Based Prevention: Getting Started
Jun 13, 2012 ¤ Webinar Session,
This is a webinar training where participants will log in from their own computer for a 1 1/2 hour web-based session. This is a free webinar training, compliments of the Iowa Department of Public Health Division of Behavioral Health, Bureau of Substance Abuse Presenter: Thomas Workman, PhD
Session Description:
You've decided to enter the fray and start interacting with the millions of others who are on social media. But how to start? What strategies should you employ to ensure that you are getting the most out of the technology and the limited time you have to devote to it? Dr. Tom Workman will take you through approaches to accomplishing the four functions of social media, using examples and specific instructions to get you started listening, creating a presence, engaging others in interaction, and launching single-purpose campaigns, and introduce you to free resources that provide additional instruction and guidance.
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Cultural Competency Training - June 14 & 15, 2012
Jun 14, 2012 ¤ Des Moines, IA
June 14, 2012
For: Executive Directors and Supervisors
No more than 4 persons per agency.
Creating Competent Cultures and Environments to Improve Service Delivery and Outcomes
This workshop will address several issues that will increase an agency's ability to increase its cultural competency and improve outcomes. Through a deeper understanding of privilege and power along with specific strategies, participants will be able to begin planning changes to their procedures, protocols and/or environments. Participants will examination of organization structure, policies and procedures that need revision to accommodate cultural competence. Specific attention will be given to engagement and retention of identified populations including Latinos and African Americans.
June 15, 2012
For: Clinicians, Executive Directors and Supervisors
No more than 4 persons per agency.
Deepening Our Understanding of Culture and Its Integration into Competent Service Delivery
This course will explore practical approaches to culturally appropriate service delivery. Through dialogue, exercises and practical application, participants begin by exploring the importance of culture and cultural competency by examining both the dynamics of difference and the personal filters that one brings to one?s work.
This deeper understanding is then applied to many aspects of selecting and providing culturally competent services. Ample opportunity for practical application of the material on both a personal and professional level will be provided.
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Problem Gambling Webinar- Youth Gambling: From Research to Practice
Jun 15, 2012 ¤ Broadcast Time, 12 PM
The IDPH Office of Problem Gambling Treatment and Prevention announces:
Youth Gambling: From Research to Practice Webinar Training
Friday, June 15, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m., Central Time
Participants will log in from their own computer for a 90 minute web-based session.
Course Description:
This session will cover the topic of youth gambling in depth. Research spanning the last decade, leading to the most recent tends and findings will be covered. The implications for prevention and treatment will presented as well. This session should interest researchers, educators, prevention specialists and treatment providers interested in youth gambling issues.
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Prevention Summit: Preparing Prevention Service Providers for the Next Phase of Health Reform
Jun 18, 2012 ¤ Johnston, IA
By Invitation Only!
Please ONLY register for this event if you have received an invitation to do so. Thank you.
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