Trauma informed practices for responding to difficult situations: Resource launch
Warning: This webinar contains discussion of events and topics that may be emotionally challenging or confronting. NADA was approached to develop a resource for what happens during ‘difficult situations’, and what to do when it gets really pointy, or a client is ‘escalated’, or very ‘challenging’. This resource not only suggests strategies to use in […]
AOD sector workforce, leaders and managers videos
See the corresponding ‘AOD sector workforce, leaders and managers‘ reports. The AOD sector workforce: on engagement, learning and wellbeing Findings from a recent study suggest that there is there is upward potential to optimise work experiences across the AOD sector and thus opportunity to realise more positive impact. This video provides an overview of the […]
Cross sector forum: Enhancing partnerships between non-government alcohol and other drug services and Department of Communities and Justice child protection services
In 2021, NADA facilitated a cross sector forum involving Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) and non-government alcohol and other drug (AOD) staff to enhance partnerships and referral pathways. The forum provided a unique opportunity to hear from leading practitioners from both sectors, network and enhance relationships and build a more connected system. Watch the […]
International Women’s Day 2022: Peer and consumer representative work in AOD treatment
The theme for IWD 2022 was ‘Break the bias’ with the day aiming to foster ‘a world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. This video shows part of NADA’s IWD event that included a panel discussion lead by Liz Gal (Consumer Consultant/Peer Worker, NEAMI) talking with women with lived experience of AOD use and accessing […]
Asking the question: Safer spaces for the gender and sexuality diverse community
This webinar (in partnership with ACON) discusses the changes to NADABase sex/gender and sexuality questions. It also dives into the importance of discussing clients’ gender identity, sexual orientation or intersex status. Please see below the links to various resources mentioned during the webinar: Pivot point Transhub ACON
Suicide and self-harm prevention When using these documents, please check to ensure your content is aligned to the relevant legislation and other policy requirements that may be applicable to your organisation. This policy provides guidance in responding to disclosures indicating potential self-harm and/or suicide risk. Sections in this policySuicide and self-harm prevention principlesResponsibilitiesPrevention principlesConfidentiality and duty of careReferences Download […]
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