An in-depth level of training for those who will be working directly with sexually exploited youth and their supervisors. Attendees must have a basic understanding of commercial sexual exploitation of children (CSEC). This training addresses youth development, stages of change and teaches basic skills in motivational interviewing and trauma informed care, ending with the importance of addressing vicarious trauma and self-care. The goal is to ensure that a person-centered approach is employed when working with commercially sexually exploited youth.

Objectives:

• Review Stages of Change model and techniques of Motivational Interviewing

• Discuss trauma triggers and advanced safety planning

• Suggest how to manage vicarious trauma and practice self-care.

• Incorporate trauma-informed care and person-centered approaches into interactions with survivors

• Learn more about how trauma impacts youth brain development
    

Date:
April 24th, 2019

Two sessions to choose from:
1) 9:30am - 12:30pm
2) 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Location:
Eckerd Community Alternatives
8550 Ulmerton Road, Suite 255
Largo, FL 33771

Registration Deadline:
April 17th, 2019

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