Description
his one-day workshop will explore the determinants and contexts that underpin the use of violence by adolescents against parents/carers. It will then explore how systemic ways of working with the adolescent, parent/carer and other family members can support positive change and enhanced family trust, respect and safety.Theoretical frameworks that will be covered include:
Systemic family work
Trauma informed practice
Feminist (accountability for the use of violence)
Non-violent resistance
Psycho-education
Skills development
You will have the opportunity to practice these key concepts and strategies
This event will cover:
- Identify the determinants which contribute to the use of violence by adolescents against parents/carers, including your own expe
- Understand the systemic context to adolescent family violence
- Articulate the principles that underpin best practice approaches in promoting family safety, trust and respect
- Learn and practice a model of intervention that is trauma informed, systemic and enhances adolescent accountability.
Trainers
- Greg U’Ren (Family Therapist) — The Bouverie Centre
- Jo Howard (Social Worker and Family Therapist)
Eligibility criteria
Categories:
Capability 8 - Working effectively with families, carers and supporters,
Capability 7 - Understanding and responding to family violence,
Working with infants, children, and younger persons
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Lived Experience Workforce
Levels:
Introductory,
Intermediate
Lifespans:
Child,
Adolescent,
Youth
09:30 to 16:00 Add to calendar
Online - Live Stream (Zoom)
The course cost is inc. GST
