Taking Care of Yourself: The Effects of Vicarious Trauma

December 5, 2008

9:00am - 12pm

CMBWN Members Only!!!

Participants will identify the symptoms of vicarious trauma and will learn techniques to reduce stress, focus their energy and let go – thus becoming more well-rounded and effective.

Notes; Pre-registration is required. Please contact the CMBWN in order to receive a registration brochure containing policies and further details.

Credit hours: 3 contact hours. 3 CEUs for LCSWs, LCPCs and ICDVPs

Confidential Communication Under the IDVA

December 11, 2008

1:00pm - 5:00 pm

Target Audience: Domestic violence, healthcare providers, social service advocates and other service providers who work closely with survivors.

Course Description: The Illinois Domestic Violence Act provides the strongest confidentiality protection for domestic violence victims in the country. The Act imposes requirements and responsibilities for domestic violence programs and counselor/advocates as well as imposing consequences for workers who fail to comply. This training will provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the confidentiality provision of the Act, how it affects clients, programs and service providers. In addition the training will offer valuable information of other confidentiality statutes that apply when domestic violence victims receive services from outside of a domestic violence program.                                            

Notes: Pre-registration is required. Contact the Chicago Metropolitan Battered Women's Network to receive a registration brochure containing fees, policies and further details.

Credits Offered: 3 contact hours, 3 CEUs for LCSWs, LCPCs and ICDVPs