Description
This workshop will cover a range of complex factors workers must consider when engaging with ‘at risk’ clients from refugee backgrounds.Recognising the complex and diverse circumstances facing people from refugee and asylum seeking backgrounds, this workshop will explore a range of considerations and responses the practitioner requires to understand and effectively support people from refugee backgrounds who are at risk of suicide and self-harm.
This event will cover:
- The global and local context of suicidality across communities from refugee backgrounds;
- Reflecting on participants own beliefs and attitudes towards suicidality and how this may influence engagement with clients;
- The diverse causes and presentations of self-harm and suicidality in the context of refugee experiences;
- Risk assessment, decision making processes, referral and documentation; and
- The impact of supporting ‘at risk’ clients, including practical strategies to encourage sustainable practice.
Eligibility criteria
Participants will be expected to have completed either a Foundation House Introductory workshop, or ‘Refugee and Asylum Seeking Experiences’ Online.
The online option is available free as a pre-requisite when you register for this workshop.
Categories:
Capability 9 - Delivering holistic and collaborative assessment and care planning,
Capability 3 - Working with diverse consumers, families, and communities
Disciplines:
Allied Health,
Lived Experience Workforce,
Medical,
Nursing,
Other
Levels:
Intermediate
Lifespans:
Adolescent,
Youth,
Adult,
Older Persons
09:30 to 15:30 Add to calendar
Zoom
Registrations close 1 WEEK prior
