Classroom Course » Behavioral Health: Early Identification and Supports

Dates & Times:
November 02, Wednesday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
November 03, Thursday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Hosted By:
DBH Training Institute

Registration is Closed

Description:

This workshop is designed to provide an orientation to the most common mental health and substance related disorders, and the basic communication skills required to assist a person experiencing an emotional crisis. The training will provide the knowledge and skills for clinicians, and non-clinicians to identify signs of mental health and substance use conditions,engage with a person in crisis, and improve access and referral to appropriate care.

Objective:
  1. Explain the impact of stigma on people that experience mental health problems.
  2. Identify symptoms of common mental health disorders.
  3. Identify symptoms of common substance use disorders.
  4. Describe the signs of an emotional crisis.
  5. Recognize common signs of suicidal ideation.
  6. Demonstrate effective communication skills to de-escalate an emotional crisis.
  7. Identify community supports and resources to support someone facing an emotional crisis.
Intended Audience:
General Public.

Please note, this training is not intended for clinicians who already have substantial knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders.
Venue:
DBH 64 New York Avenue
Training Room (284E)
64 New York Avenue, NE
2nd Floor - East
Washington, District of Columbia 20002
(202) 671-0343
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Driving Directions:
64 New York Avenue is located at the intersection of Florida, New York and First Streets, NE. Metro: Take the red line to the Noma/Gallaudet University (previously called New York Avenue) metro stop. Walk west on N Street and turn right at 1st Street NE. Cross over New York Avenue. You will see a large clock tower with the number 64. Enter through the gate and walk toward the first entrance of the building.
Parking:
There are three parking lots for attendees that charge between $9-12, regardless of duration. The two outside lots only accept cash payment. There is also street parking in the blocks adjacent to 64 NY Avenue, but be mindful of posted restrictions.
Certificates:
DBH Training Institute Certificate details
NAADAC CEH Certificate details
Social Work/Counseling CEU Certificate details
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