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Domestic Violence Advocacy Training Fall 2020
REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED – THE TRAINING IS AT CAPACITY.
Stay tuned for future events!
Jeanne Geiger Crisis Center’s virtual training is a comprehensive series that develops the knowledge and skills necessary to assist victims and survivors of domestic violence. Each session builds off the last, and will include guest speakers, role playing and educational activities.
This series is ideal for social service providers, volunteers, health care professionals, law enforcement, faith leaders and all interested in working to end domestic violence.
Dates: September 15 – October 15, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: All Sessions 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Cost: $300 flat fee includes all 10 sessions ($360 with CEUs*)
This is an interactive training series and requires video participation
To register, click here. After registering you will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link and more details.
To download the flyer, click here. For questions, contact Heather Wiles at hwiles@jeannegeiger.org
*27.5 Social Work CEUs approved
Training will cover the following topics:
History & Context of Domestic Violence
What is Domestic Abuse and What are the Types?
The Cycle of Abuse
Understanding the Abuser
Barriers to Leaving
Working with Marginalized & Underserved Populations
Trauma Informed Responses to Domestic Violence
Impact of Violence on Children
Counseling Skills and Safety Planning
Risk Assessment
Working with Survivors with Mental Health Issues
Working with Survivors with Substance Use Issues
Police Response to Domestic Violence
Legal Issues
Secondary Traumatic Stress, Boundaries & Self-Care