Description:

Join us for a full-day virtual training designed to equip the behavioral health and human services workforce with the skills to assess and manage suicide risk. This workshop will cover suicide risk screening, assessment strategies, and safety planning to ensure participants are prepared to help those in crisis.

Date & Time: Fri, Sep 27, 2024 | 9:00 am

Location: Virtual Training (Zoom)

Cost: Free (funded through the Oceanside Community Foundation grant).

Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/myevent?eid=947201444017

Contact Info: suicide.prevention@sandiegotherapycenter.org

Capacity: Maximum of 35 participants.

Thanks To Our Sponsor(s)/Partner(s)

Funded through a grant from the Oceanside Community Foundation.

Instructor/Trainer:

Melissa Witmeier is an accomplished behavioral health consultant, grant writer and Public Health Strategist for Behavioral Health in her home community at the Henderson County Department of Public Health. With over 25 years of experience in the field of suicide prevention, Melissa has dedicated her career to developing and implementing strategies that save lives and support communities.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand the scope of the suicide problem and its impact across various settings
  • Identify risk factors and warning signs associated with suicide
  • Explore protective and resiliency factors that reduce suicide risk
  • Learn about evidence-based tools for screening and assessing suicide risk
  • Develop strategies for conducting comprehensive suicide risk assessments
  • Determine levels of risk using best practice strategies
  • Construct collaborative safety plans and integrate them into care pathways
  • Implement follow-up strategies to ensure the ongoing effectiveness of safety plans

Target Audience:

Ideal for behavioral health professionals, social workers, counselors, healthcare providers, and other human services personnel.

Materials Provided:

Participants will receive digital resources, assessment tools, and follow-up materials.

Prerequisites:

No prior experience is required, but attending the QPR Workshop and/or a background in behavioral health or human services is beneficial.

Cancellation Policy:

Please inform us at least 48 hours in advance if you need to cancel your registration.