Description
Focus on physical health is a full day, online event for people working in the mental health sector. Experts in the fields of sexual health, diabetes, cardiovascular health and mental health and motivational interviewing will deliver 30 - 60 minutes presentations. The day will begin with an introduction from a consumer and a carer and an updated on the Equally Well in Victoria - Physical Health Framework. There will be a panel discussion at the end of the day with our expert presenters.This event will cover:
Physical and mental health care through the lens of a consumer and a carer
An update on the Equally Well in Victoria - Physical Health Framework
Sexual Health
Diabetes and metabolic monitoring
Motivational interviewing and physical health
Cardiovascular and related mortality inequalities
Physical health and psychotropic medications
Panel discussion
Delivery Mode – Full Day Virtual Training Session
This course is delivered online. Sessions are hosted via Zoom.
Eligibility criteria
This is a free event designed for members of the public clinical mental health workforce in Victoria, (staff employed at Area Mental Health Services, Forensicare or mental health staff from RCH). For example, a social worker working in mental health at Austin Health. Staff from MHCSSs, ACCHOs, AOD or other partner organisations may also attend. Please note, if you do register for this event and it is not clear you are part of the intended audience, your registration will be confirmed two weeks prior to the event start date, or earlier.
Categories:
Understanding and responding to physical health needs
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Lived Experience Workforce,
Medical,
Nursing
Levels:
Introductory,
Intermediate
Lifespans:
Adult
Tuesday 31 August 2021
09:00 to 16:30 Add to calendar
09:00 to 16:30 Add to calendar
Online
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