FACILITATING SUBSTANCE ABUSE RECOVERY: BRIEF GUIDE FOR CHILD WELFARE WORKERS (2 CE)

Course overview

Helps child welfare workers understand substance abuse and when it is a factor in child abuse and neglect. Discusses how to support substance abuse treatment and recovery, partner with substance abuse treatment programs, and motivate parents into treatment. Learning Objectives: 1. Evaluate the relationship of alcohol and drugs to families in the child welfare system 2. Gain knowledge on the biological, psychological, and social processes of alcohol and drug addiction to help professionals recognize when substance abuse is a risk factor in their cases 3. Delineate strategies to facilitate and support alcohol and drug treatment and recovery