Opioid Use Disorders: Risk and Prevention

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Opioid Use Disorders: Risk and Prevention

As the opioid crisis lingers, it is apparent that no one is immune from developing an Opioid Use Disorder (OUD). This course examines the biopsychosocial risk factors for OUDs. Participants will discuss engagement and assessment techniques helpful in the diagnostic process. Ironically, some of the same risk factors can be harnessed in prevention. Participants will explore prevention efforts including strategies designed to address opioid diversion. 

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:
• Identify risk factors for the development of OUDs
• Summarize how an OUD diagnosis can be discussed with clients
• Describe prevention strategies to combat OUD including Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and diversion
• List client and provider resources for the treatment of OUD

Presenter:  Ana Guerra, LCSW, LPC, LCADC, CCS
Ms. Guerra, is a seasoned mental health professional with extensive experience in mental health and substance use disorders. She specializes in the treatment of Co-Occurring Disorders and Trauma. Ms. Guerra parlayed her clinical experience into a career as an adjunct/faculty member for various colleges and universities in NJ. She proposed, developed the curriculum and taught the Substance Use Disorder courses at Kean University’s Social Work Department. Ms. Guerra teaches across the Bachelor and Master level curriculum in Social Work and Addiction Studies. As a trainer for NJPN, she served as an integral team member revising the CADC curriculum. Ms. Guerra facilitates training and consultation for various mental health, substance use and academic settings. She also maintains a private practice. Ms. Guerra is approved by the Addiction Professionals Certification Board of NJ (APCBNJ) to teach initial and re-certification L/CADC courses.  In 2018 & 2019, Ms. Guerra facilitated training for NASW-NJ and the Annual Conference.  Ms. Guerra was selected by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) to serve on the National Taskforce Committee to develop CSWE’s Substance Use Curricular Guide which was published in 2020.  In 2021, Ms. Guerra was approved by the APCBNJ as a Mandatory Legal Class Trainer; then in 2022, the NJ Alcohol & Drug Counselor Committee approved Ms. Guerra to teach the 3-hour Legal Standards course.

CE's New Jersey:
This course “Opioid Use Disorders: Risk and Prevention” and the trainer, Ana Guerra have been approved by the Addiction Professionals Certification Board of NJ. This course, provided by Behavioral Health Matters, approval #403052323REC3 has been approved for three (3) continuing education credit hours by the APCBNJ. Credentials issued by the APCBNJ, the NJ Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners and the NJ Board of Social Work Examiners recognize such courses. This 3 CE course is approved for social work continuing education hours in accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:44G-6.4c12.

CE's New York Social Workers:
Behavioral Health Matters, LLC is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers; provider approval #SW-0443. Social workers attending this Live-Online course titled: “Mandatory Renewal Legal Standards 3-Hour Course" will receive three (3) continuing education contact hours.

CERTIFICATES:
Participants must be present for the duration of event, answer all roll calls and complete a Course Evaluation to be eligible for a Certificate of Completion that will be sent via email within 2 weeks.  

TO REGISTER:
Click on the pink "Reserve Tickets" tab at top of page on the right.  A new page will open; select the tab that reads: "Order as Guest", enter basic information then click the "Continue" button which opens a new page.  Then enter attendee information and click "Continue".  Review and click blue “Pay with Card” tab which opens a secure payment page. Enter payment information then click "Pay" tab at the bottom.  Registration is time-sensitive and does not store information.  You will see a pop up message to confirm data was processed as well as an email from "Oveit" that registration was received.  If you have any questions or trouble registering, please notify BHM via email:  contact@behavioralhealthmatters.com. 

LOG-IN INFORMATION:  
The access link and password will be sent via email to participants that complete the registation process.  A reminder email with event details and log-in information will also be sent 1 week prior to event.  Please be sure to check your email and spam/junk folder prior to the event for any possible updates.  Access information is only for the registered party.