Hello from the Team here at Peer Projects! We are thrilled to announce that registrations for our next Peer Worker Training are open. Eligibility: This training is free for AOD Peer Workers in state-funded services in Victoria. Duration: 5 days, 9:30am - 4:00pm each day. Dates: 18th, 19th, 20th, 23rd and 24th June 2025 Where: Face to face training,
Effectively blend motivational interviewing and cognitive behaviour therapy to achieve better client outcomes Motivational interviewing and cognitive behaviour therapy are two key evidence based approaches for alcohol and other drug treatment. Being able to blend and move between them means that you can be more responsive to where your client is in the change process
Gain a deeper understanding of how to respond to co-occurring mental health problems in alcohol and other drug treatment Co-occurring mental health issues are the norm rather than the exception among people seeking alcohol and other drug treatment. With this one day interactive online workshop, you will learn how to adapt and expand your existing
Balance your lived experience with your role to enhance outcomes for your clients and yourself Lived experience brings a unique and valuable perspective to alcohol and other drug treatment. Many workers with lived experience are not in dedicated lived experience roles and may be searching for ways to balance their lived experience with the models
Gain confidence in delivering effective trauma informed practice Most people in alcohol and other drug treatment have experienced trauma at some point in their life. In this interactive workshop, you’ll learn how to deliver alcohol and other drug treatment in an effective, trauma informed way. Gain an in depth understanding of trauma and learn how
Work effectively with people who use methamphetamine Keep up to date about methamphetamine use and increase your understanding, confidence, and skills in working with people who use methamphetamine. Understand how methamphetamine affects the brain and how to adapt existing treatments and strategies for people who use methamphetamine. You’ll learn about common co-occurring conditions associated with
Build your leadership skills and contribute to the next generation of practitioners The key to great practice is great supervision. Are you a practice or clinical supervisor in the alcohol and other drug sector or looking to become one? Level up your supervisory skills by learning about effective supervision frameworks, building key supervision skills, and
Boost your skills and confidence in applying motivational interviewing Motivational interviewing is an essential skill for alcohol and other drug workers that has a powerful impact on change. In this interactive, evidence based online workshop, you’ll develop core MI skills and explore the spirit and philosophy of MI. Boost your confidence and skills in applying
Understand the causes and impacts of trauma and how to effectively respond and promote recovery Step up your trauma response skills with one of Australia’s most knowledgeable trainers. Find out everything you need to know to be able to understand and respond to trauma in the alcohol and other drug sector in a sensitive and
Do you know what to say and do if you are subpoenaed to appear in court? Are you court ready? Join our clinical expert Paula Ross for this practical and fun interactive one day workshop specially designed to assist practitioners to get court ready. Understand the court system and gain a thorough understanding of good