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| - | Rise in Recovery: The Science of Addiction and Spirituality of Healing
Wed, 07/24/19
3-4:30pm ET
(2 CT/1 MT/12 PT)
Earn 1.5 CEs
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2019 Northwest Regional Conference: Embracing the Future
Portland, OR |
06/13/19 - 06/15/19
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2019 Nebraska Training: Music and Romancing the Brain
Bellevue, NE |
06/29/19
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NAADAC 2019 Annual Conference: Navigating the Addiction Profession
Orlando, FL |
09/28/19 - 10/03/19
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2019 Jordan Peer Recovery Annual Culturally Aligned Peer Recovery Conference
Bowie, MD |
06/27/19 - 06/28/19
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| - | Virginia Summer Institute for Addiction Studies 2019
Williamsburg, VA
07/14/19 - 07/17/19
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| Promote Your Job Listing with NAADAC |
Need to fill a position in your agency or educational program? NAADAC's Career Center is the place to go.
Your career ads will reach NAADAC members and a professional mailing list of 48,000+ professionals each week for three months.
That is almost half of the 100,000 addiction counselors, educators and other addiction-focused health care professionals that the Department of Labor estimates work in the United States.
Each career ad runs until its closing date or for three months.
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| June 5, 2019 |
NAADAC Supports Resolution Recognizing Addiction Professionals Introduced in U.S. House of Representatives
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Representatives Dave Joyce (R-OH) and Tim Ryan (D-OH) introduced legislation in the House of Representatives on Monday, June 3, honoring the contributions of the addiction profession workforce. NAADAC worked closely with the authors of the resolution and proudly supported its introduction.
NAADAC is proud to have been involved in the crafting of this resolution and is honored to be involved in recognizing the dedication and hard work of the 100,000 addiction-focused professionals across the country.
[ Read the Resolution ] - [ More Information ] - [ Rep. Joyce's Press Release ] |
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June Is Pride Month
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Research tells us that members of the LGBTQ+ community are at greater risk for substance use and mental health issues than the rest of the population. In honor of Pride Month, NAADAC welcomes you to learn more about treating and supporting those suffering from substance use disorders within the LGBTQ+ community with the below resources.
NAADAC offers two free on-demand webinars regarding treating members of the LGBTQ+ community. Providing Culturally Competent and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Affirmative Care, presented by Philip T. McCabe, CSW, CAS, CDVC, DRCC, and Influences on Addiction and Mental Health in the LGBT Population, presented by Mary Sue Green, PhD, LMFT, each provide valuable information for practitioners providing services to individuals identifying as members of the LGBTQ+ community.
The NAADAC 2019 Annual Conference in Orlando, FL on September 28 - October 3, 2019, will feature a breakout session titled Substance Use Disorder: Military Veterans and LGBTQ Populations presented by Ami Crowley, EdD, ACS, ICADC, MCAP, Justina Wong, BA, and John "JJ" Jackson, BA. This presentation will review how cultural humility affects substance use disorder for individuals identifying as LGBTQ+ military veterans. Register to attend the Annual Conference today!
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) also has resources available regarding substance use within the LGBTQ+ community, including national survey reports, agency and federal initiatives, and related behavioral health resources.
[ NAADAC Webinars ] - [ SAMHSA Resources ] - [ Annual Conference ] |
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Announcing the Third Telebehavioral Health Institute (TBHI) Monthly Tips Video!
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NAADAC is excited to present the third monthly video in partnership with Telebehavioral Health Institute (TBHI) to bring telehealth tips to addiction professionals.
TBHI is an institute devoted to training and consultation with professionals seeking to develop the legal, ethical, and clinical competencies related to working with technology in behavioral health.
NAADAC members can receive a discount of up to $299 on TBHI products and services. Join your many excited colleagues to learn how to work legally and ethically from anywhere, anytime.
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Upcoming Webinar: Changing Minds - Implementing Harm Reduction
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Wed, June 12, 2019 @ 3-4:00pm ET(2CT/1MT/12PT)
Join presenter Suzy Langevin, MSW, LICSW, Pending LADC I, for this free NAADAC webinar which will focus on the impact of staff training to change staff attitudes regarding harm reduction interventions.
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2019 Annual Conference – Cultural Humility Track
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The NAADAC 2019 Annual Conference: Navigating the Addiction Profession from September 28 - October 3 in Orlando, FL, features over 60 breakout sessions in ten different subject tracks, including Practice Management, Co-occurring Disorders, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Skills, Cultural Humility, Process Addictions, Recovery Support, Education/INCASE, Peer Recovery, and Professional Development. Earn up to 43 CEs!
Cultural Humility presentations include:
Sunday, September 29, 2019
- National ATTC Presentation - Cross-Cultural Communication Principles: The Global Dynamics of Interaction, presented by Alfredo Cerrato
- The Impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Trauma on Black Fathers, presented by Eddie McCaskill, LPC, LCSW, MAT, NBCC
Monday, September 30, 2019
- La Humildad Cultural (Latinos-Hispanos en EE.UU.), presented by Carlos D. Costa, MHS, LCSC, MAC, SAP
- Latino-Informed Therapy Across the SUD and Addiction Continuum of Care Using the SANITY Model, presented by Frank Lemus, PhD, MFT
Tuesday, October 1, 2019
- Examination of Ethics and Treatment Outcomes for Military and Veteran Populations, presented by David Daugherty, PhD
- Substance Use Disorder: Military Veterans and LGBTQ Populations, presented by Ami Crowley, EdD, ACS, ICADC, MCAP, Justina Wong, BA, and John "JJ" Jackson, BA
In addition to these specific tracks, the conference will feature a keynote session on Monday, September 30 titled Cultural Humility: A Personal and Professional Reflection of Our Shared Humanity, presented by featured speaker Miguel E. Gallardo, PsyD. This presentation addresses the current literature on implicit bias, color-blind racial ideology, and working with culturally diverse clients in counseling situations. Don't miss out on six days of presentations, professional development, networking, exhibits, culture, and community from September 28 - October 3, 2019, in Orlando, FL. Register Today! [ Full Schedule ] - [ Conference Overview ] |
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Jordan Peer Recovery Annual CAP (Culturally Aligned Peer) Recovery Conference
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Jordan Peer Recovery, in collaboration with Bowie State University and partners NAADAC, the Association for Addiction Professionals, DC Addiction Professional Consortium, and Volunteers of America Chesapeake, presents the First Annual CAP (Culturally Aligned Peer) Recovery Conference at Bowie State University from June 27-29, 2019.
NAADAC is proud to announce that CAP Recovery Conferencespeakers include several members of NAADAC leadership. These nationally recognized speakers are:
- Gerard J. Schmidt, MA, MAC, LPC, CAC, NAADAC Immediate Past President
- Ron Pritchard, CSAC, CAS, NCAC II, NAADAC Mid-Atlantic Regional Vice President and Chairperson of the NAADAC Military/Veterans Advisory Committee (MVAC)
- Johnny Allem, MA, NAADAC DC President
[ More Information ] – [ Register Now ] |
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The 2019 Nebraska Training Is in Three Weeks!
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The 2019 Nebraska Trainingwill take place on June 28, 2019, at Bellevue University - Lozier Center in Omaha, Nebraska.
Hosted by NAADAC and NAADAC Nebraska, the one-day training will feature Cynthia Moreno Tuohy, BSW, NCAC II, CDC III, SAP and musician John McAndrew presenting Music and Romancing the Brain. Moreno Tuohy and McAndrew will be joined by special guest Sheri Dawson, RN, BS, from the Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services Division of Behavioral Health.
Earn up to 7 CEs!
[ More Information ] – [ Register Today ] |
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NAADAC Career Center
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The NAADAC Career Center provides a variety of employment listings at no charge for addiction-focused professionals. If you are looking to find a new career, the NAADAC Career Center can help! Check out our latest listings!
- Addictions Counselor at Christ House in Washington, DC
- Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor at Minnesota Department of Human Services in Fergus Falls, MN
- Behavioral Health Clinical Supervisor at Valley View Hospital in Glenwood Springs, CO
- Chemical Dependency Supervisor at Catholic Charities Serving Central Washington in Wenatchee, WA
- Certified Addictions Counselor II at Jubilee Housing in Washington, DC
- Executive Director at The Springboard Center in Midland, TX
- Licensed Substance Abuse Program Manager at EHS, Embrace Healthy Solutions in Roanoke, VA
- Psychologist (MA) at the Mayo Clinic in Scottsdale, AZ
- Addiction Counselor - Montana Wilderness Program at Wilderness Treatment Center in Marion, MT
- Trainer (Remote), The ASAM Criteria at Train for Change Inc. in Carson City, NV
- Licensed Drug and Alcohol Counselor at Southwest Counseling Service in Rock Springs, WY
- Accreditation Specialist - Opioid Treatment Programs at CARF International in Tucson, AZ
- Project Director at JBS International in North Bethesda, MD
[ All Career Center Listings ] |
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