Many traumatised children present with symptoms similar to autism (for example difficulties in social interaction, verbal and non-verbal communication skills and repetitive patterns of behaviour), and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (for example the inability to concentrate, hyperactivity and impulsiveness). This presents a challenge to those assessing and working with these children: how can one determine whether the child’s presentation relates to trauma, ADHD or autism?...
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$380Limited
GST free
Assessing Children: Autism, ADHD or Trauma?
<p>Many traumatised children present with symptoms similar to autism (for example difficulties in social interaction, verbal and non-verbal communication skills and repetitive patterns of behaviour),
This introduction to Richard Rose's (2012) Therapeutic Life Story Work (TLSW) model of trauma recovery and healing (TLSW) will support professionals' understanding of the importance of a child knowing their story and how to engage in this process safely when working alongside traumatised children, young people and their families from both individual and community perspective. Attendees will explore the theoretical and evidence base behind using TLSW and how it supports best...
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$380Limited
GST free
Therapeutic Life Story Work
<p>This introduction to Richard Rose's (2012) Therapeutic Life Story Work (TLSW) model of trauma recovery and healing (TLSW) will support professionals' understanding of the importance of a child
Cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT) is a widely utilised therapeutic approach with strong evidence for its treatment effectiveness in a range of commonly seen clinical problems such as anxiety and depression. This workshop will introduce you to theoretical concepts underlying the CBT approach and basic techniques and intervention strategies, providing useful knowledge and skills which can be applied in a range of casework and mental health contexts. You will explore how common...
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$360Limited
GST free
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy: Introduction
<p>Cognitive-behaviour therapy (CBT) is a widely utilised therapeutic approach with strong evidence for its treatment effectiveness in a range of commonly seen clinical problems such as anxiety and
As a new manager or coordinator you are now responsible for ensuring that organisational goals and outcomes are achieved. This two day workshop provides you with a range of skills and tools to draw on in your role. The course starts with the theory and practice of supervision, which is an important tool for new managers and coordinators. This leads on to specific communication skills such as providing feedback and exploring conflict management at a team level. Planning and...
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<p>As a new manager or coordinator you are now responsible for ensuring that organisational goals and outcomes are achieved. This two day workshop provides you with a range of skills and tools to draw
When it works well, supervision is a key resource for the professional development of the staff member and for client outcomes. Supervision can be the most important way that people develop practical expertise for their job. However studies suggest that supervision often takes only a ‘quick fix’ approach. This workshop is based on a framework for professional supervision that acknowledges four different functions of supervision: administration, support, development and mediation....
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$680Limited
GST free
Professional Supervision: How and Why?
<p>When it works well, supervision is a key resource for the professional development of the staff member and for client outcomes. Supervision can be the most important way that people develop
Healthy professional and personal boundaries are essential to ensure that you and your clients are safe and respected. However, in the current community services environment with many demands, professional boundaries can be blurred. Come and join us to explore physical, mental and emotional personal boundaries. You will also learn about people who don’t like hearing ‘no’ and try to manipulate you to say ‘yes’. When exploring boundaries in the workplace, you will look at clear...
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$360Limited
GST free
Navigating Professional and Personal Boundaries in Community Services
<p>Healthy professional and personal boundaries are essential to ensure that you and your clients are safe and respected. However, in the current community services environment with many demands,
This workshop provides community sector workers with an understanding of the Residential Tenancies Act and strategies to work with their clients when they are impacted by this Act. It is delivered by the NSW Tenants Union - the experts in this type of work. The workshop covers: Overview of the Residential Tenancies Act Residential tenancy agreement Bond Rights and responsibilities Introduction to Tenancy Advice and Advocacy Services (TAAS) Social Housing DCJ Housing Tenancy...
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$380Limited
GST free
Tenancy Law for Non-Lawyers
<p>This workshop provides community sector workers with an understanding of the Residential Tenancies Act and strategies to work with their clients when they are impacted by this Act. It is delivered
Providing effective services for people who have experienced trauma has been difficult for both practitioners and service users. This has required organisations to consider whether existing systems of care and models of service delivery are indeed effective in supporting trauma survivors or re traumatising. The current political climate, with cuts to funding and increased pressure on resources, coupled with traumatised clients, has resulted in many traumatised service systems and...
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$360Limited
GST free
Applying a Trauma Informed Approach
<p>Providing effective services for people who have experienced trauma has been difficult for both practitioners and service users. This has required organisations to consider whether existing systems
The term case management does not align well with current, sector best practice or language. People are not ‘cases’ and the aim of working with clients is no longer to ‘manage them’. Case management practice has evolved considerably in recent years as we have learned about the importance of working in ways that are; strengths-based, client-centred and led and informed by an awareness of trauma. This interactive workshop explores and extends the skills, knowledge, attitudes and...
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$700Limited
GST free
Complex Case Management
<p>The term case management does not align well with current, sector best practice or language. People are not ‘cases’ and the aim of working with clients is no longer to ‘manage them’. </p><p>Case
<p>The term case management does not align well with current, sector best practice or language. People are not ‘cases’ and the aim of working with clients is no longer to ‘manage them’. </p><p>Case
In the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of understanding and addressing vicarious trauma has never been more crucial. Often referred to as the "cost of caring", VT occurs when individuals absorb the emotional and psychological experiences of those they assist, leading to symptoms similar to those experienced by direct trauma survivors. In this 3-hr workshop, we will explore what VT is, how to identify it, how it can impact our physical and psychological health,...
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$280Limited
GST free
Vicarious Trauma
<p>In the wake of the global COVID-19 pandemic, the importance of understanding and addressing vicarious trauma has never been more crucial. Often referred to as the "cost of caring", VT occurs when
