Friday November 5th, 2021: Noon – 1PM
Providing recovery services and being in recovery - Navigating the needs of a medically underserved community
Presenter(s): Janice McCall (PhD, MSW, LSW) & Joseph Pagano (BSW, LBSW, CRS)
COVID-19 has impacted the service delivery models for recovering SUD clients. Serving a medically-underserved area and an examination on supervision, peer groups, and clinical strategies to maintain rapport will be discussed. A parallel reflective process will also be shared by the perspective of our presenter who is also in recovery.
Tuesday November 9th, 2021: 3PM – 4PM
Training MSW students on recognition and treatment of Substance Use Disorders
Presenter(s): Natalie Montero (MSW), Susan Packard (PhD, LPC, CRC, NCC, MAC), & Elaine Rinfrette (PhD, LCSW, RN)
This presentation will address the prevalence of SUD seen in all forms of social work practice and the importance for students to be prepared to assess for these disorders, understand their impact on clients and their families, and know how to treat these clients or refer them to appropriate treatment.
Friday November 12th, 2021: Noon – 1PM
Medical Marijuana in Pennsylvania: Is it hope or sabotage for treatment of Opioid Use Disorder?
Presenter(s): Mary Rudberg (PhD, LPC, CAADC, CRC) & Michelle Sabol (BS)
Medical Marijuana is the latest treatment that has entered the scene in treating opioid use disorder (OUD). Learn more about PA policies, qualifying conditions, and the the pros and cons of Medical Marijuana recommendations for treating OUD.
Tuesday November 16th, 2021: 3PM – 4PM
How reducing stigma, barriers, and using SBIRT approaches can Increase early intervention
Presenter(s): Ashley Potts (MSW, LCSW), James Walnoha (BBA) & Ama Danso-Ayesu (MSEd)
The opioid crisis, accelerated by COVID-19 is devastating our communities and straining the healthcare system. Learn how stigma and barriers impede healthcare quality and what Highmark Health is doing to combat stigma and create recovery friendly workplace environments.
Contact hrsaprograms@calu.edu with any questions