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Capturing Change Masterclass: Monitoring and Evaluation for primary prevention

Women's Health Victoria Level 8, 255 Bourke St, Melbourne

This full day masterclass aims to build participants’ confidence and skills to undertake effective monitoring and evaluation as part of their primary prevention of violence against women and family violence work. This workshop explores the key theoretical approaches and practice frameworks that guide primary prevention evaluation in Victoria, supporting participants to reflect on their own

$155 – $225

‘Healthy Ageing’ / ‘End of Life Care’ for people with drug use experiences (Feb 12, 2020)

La Trobe University 360 Collins St (Board Room 20th Floor), Melbourne, Australia

As part of a collaboration with the Department of Public Health and the Palliative Care Unit at La Trobe University we invite you to participate in the start of planning for a project that will look to develop knowledge and activities that can improve service delivery for older people with the lived experience of drug

Free

The AOD Sector Workforce: on Engagement, Learning and Wellbeing. [Report Release]

Online

Findings from a recent study suggest that there is upward potential to optimise work experiences across the AOD sector and thus opportunity to realise more positive impact. This webinar will provide an overview of the first of two related reports commisioned by NADA and VAADA: "The AOD Sector Workforce: on Engagement, Learning and Wellbeing." Dr

Free

AOD Sector Leaders and Managers: on Identity, Skills and Development. [Report Release]

Online

Findings from a recent study highlight the importance of leaders and managers for the optimal operation and thus impact of AOD sector organisations. This webinar will provide an overview of the second of two related reports commissioned by NADA and VAADA: "AOD Sector Leaders and Managers: on Identity, Skills and Development." Dr Ramon Wenzel, Curtin

Free

Mental Health and AOD: Essentials of Practice

Online

Includes a co-facilitated session with people of lived experience This is a blended training package that includes three on-line modules and two live zoom (face-to-screen - F2S) sessions. This training is an introduction to the key principles of working with clients who experience mental health and substance use/addiction issues. Online Modules released Monday 30 May

$50

Reasons for Use Package 2022

Online

The Reasons For Use Package is an evidence-based resource that supports integrated treatment. Service users and staff across mental health, housing and alcohol and other drugs services have found using the RFUP increases staff knowledge and confidence and this in turn leads to improve service user outcomes. Hear stories directly from practice. Who should attend?

Free

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Working Better Together: A Shared Vision for AOD and Mental Health

Catholic Leadership Centre 576 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Victorian AOD + Mental Health Collaborative Service Providers’ Conference   Monday, 18th July 2022 (Please note this is a rescheduled date for the conference originally scheduled on 24th June 2022) Catholic Leadership Centre, East Melbourne (and streamed online via ZOOM) The Victorian Alcohol and Drug Association (VAADA) and Mental Health Victoria (MHV) are pleased to

Free

Motivational Interviewing: The Benefits of MI in Mental Health and Alcohol and Other Drug Practice

Online

Kevan Myers from Nexus Dual Diagnosis Consultation Service and Steve West from Eastern Dual Diagnosis Service will draw on practice wisdom and research to explore how MI can augment and enhance practice. Kevan and Steve have collaborated for over ten years running Motivational Interviewing courses for a cross section of professional groups and settings. Who

Free

ADRIA webinar: Establishing research partnerships

Online webinar

Following the success of the ADRIA webinars prior to the last grant round, VAADA is happy to say we are bringing them back. Paul Kellner from the Monash Sustainable Development Institute is back to present on a range of topics over the next few months to support those interested in applying for an ADRIA grant.

Free

Expand your practice knowledge with a free PD session on Dual Diagnosis

Caraniche Head Office Level 1, 260 Hoddle Street, Abbotsford, Melbourne

Join us for a free PD event for Registered Psychologists & Social Workers Dual diagnosis is the clinical presentation of a mental health condition and co-occurring substance use disorder.  It’s a common presentation across various settings, including community mental health, NDIS, forensic and youth services. This PD will explore best practice intervention and practical techniques

Free