Fresno

Target Audience:
Includes counselors, therapists, probation/parole officers and medical personnel working in mental health or addiction treatment programs.

Training Overview

Cultural Competency 101 is a four-hour introduction to concepts and theories of culture. Participants are presented with demographics and information which demonstrates MHS’ commitment to cultural sensitivity, raising cultural awareness and interactive opportunities for participants to become aware of their own cultural values, beliefs, and assumptions. This content is presented to include organizational and individual elements of cultural competence and activities which facilitate integration and application.

Description:
This workshop will identify 6 guiding principles for Gender Responsiveness for women and girls. Describe various theoretical perspectives on Gender Responsiveness. Learn the effects of trauma on women and girls.

The objectives for this training are the following:

Workshop Summary:

This workshop will provide staff the opportunity to discuss definitions, terminology, and historical differences in addiction and mental health treatment and how these can impact screening, assessment and coordination of care.  Attendees will review the MHS Ten Core Competencies, identify the principles of integrated care, and discuss how to put them into practice.

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