ETHICS (3 HOURS) "Resolving Ethical Dilemmas"

Presenters: Ruth Lipschutz, LCSW  $80   -  3 Ethics CEUs

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This pre-recorded presentation addressed ethical dilemmas situations where social workers are confronted by two or more conflicting obligations, which independently would be equally upheld.  In an ethical dilemma, acting on one value or duty automatically violates the other one.  Ethical dilemmas challenge us to prioritize values, aspects of the code of ethics and applicable regulations.  Some areas of competing values may include confidentiality, self-determination, dual-relationships, conflict of interest and best interest of clients.  High standards of practice and avoidance of complaints and law suits requires social workers to be able to identify and successfully resolve ethical dilemmas.  In this pre-recorded workshop participants will learn the following:

1. Clear definition of ethics

2. How to identify an ethical dilemma

3. Steps to resolves ethical dilemmas

4. Template for rank ordering duties

5. Ethical considerations with confidentiality, informed consent and boundaries

6. Appropriate use of supervision and consultation

7. Documentation requirements

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"The Role of Mediation in Social Work Practice"
Presenter:  Danette Perry, MBA, MSW, LSW  - (2 CEUs )

This pre-recorded presentation is to help familiarize workers with the process and benefits of mediation when applied to a variety of conflicts.  Clients often seek the guidance of social workers when they are faced with divorce and family issues related to divorce.  This presentation will provide information specifically about divorce mediation intended to familiarize the audience with the possible negative repercussions to the children of divorce.  The presentation will compare litigation and mediation results to illustrate the possible advantages of mediation.  The objective is to increase awareness about mediation to social workers will realize the myriad of possibilities for the application of the mediation in their practice.  The mediation process may be utilized to resolve differences, to brainstorm possible resolutions, to bring about change and to resolve conflict.  This information will be valuable to all social work disciplines.  

$35 Members, $45 Non-Members.

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“Ethical Opportunities in Adoption for Social Workers”

Presenters: Gayle McGowean, Director, Community Outreach and Pat Trudeau, LCSW, $20 Members, $30 Non-Members (1 CEUs)

This pre-recorded presentation addressed the current environment and trends in adoption, the NASW Code of Ethics and Child Welfare Principles and the ethical opportunities, as well as challenges, encountered when parents consider adoption for their child.  The importance of basic knowledge about adoption and its process, principled treatment of prospective birth parents by providers, reputable resources and engagement in policy development were among the key topics discussed.  Actual case studies enhanced concepts taught within the course.

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From Conflict to Connection: Imago Therapy for Couples

Presenter:  Jill Fein-Baker, LCSW, ACSW, $35 Members, $45 Non-Members (2 CEUs)                            

Description: This pre-recorded presentation covered the following: The purpose of the unconscious in partner selection; The stages of intimate, committed relationship; The essential communication and relationship tool: the Imago Dialogue- taking a couple from conflict to connection.

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Lunch and Learn: Teaching Tough-Start Kids to Wait and Other Self-regulatory Skills

Presenter:  Judith A. Stigger, LCSW, $25 Members, $35 Non-Members (1.5 CEUs)                     

Description: Self-regulatory issues are less often identified than speech or physical delays in tough-start
kids, but significantly impact that child's ability to attach to parents, participate in a classroom, or to focus & learn. This pre-recorded presentation focused on engaging and enabling parents to teach children with though starts (pre-natal exposure, institutional care, multiple previous caretakers or quick tempers/sensory issues) to self-regulate in a variety of settings.

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Assessing for Child Abuse

Presenter:  Barry K. Bennett, LCSW, ACSW, $25 Members, $35 Non-Members (1.5  CEUs)                  

Description: This pre-recorded presentation enabled attendees to identify the following: The ability to define child abuse and neglect; high risk medical indicators; high risk social indicators; social demographics of child abuse, at last seen at Loyola University Medical Center.

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“Holistic Psychotherapy:  Using Non-Traditional Methods to Balance Mind, Body, & Spirit”

Presenter: Susan Wisehart MS, NCSP, LMFT, $35 Members, $45 Non-Members (2 CEUs)

This pre-recorded presentation discussed the use of non-traditional methods in holistic psychotherapy which includes Energy Psychology (acupuncture for the emotions without the needs) and spiritual regression therapies, such as, past life regression. Susan will provide an overview of some of the current meridian therapies; Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Tapas Accupressure Technique (TAT), and Whole Health Effortlessly and Easily (WHEE). Susan also presented some of her case studies from her newly released book “Soul Visioning : Clear the Past, Create Your Future.”

Note: Half way through this presentation there is about a 2 min. span where the microphone cut out.  After the malfunction, it picks back up.

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“Hovering Parents & Combat Veteran Dynamics: A Recipe for Conflict”

Presenter:  Anthony Spillie, LCSW and Jason Mask, LCSW, $35 Members, $45 Non-Members (2 CEUs)                                            

This pre-recorded presentation focused on a case example which illustrated the interactive dynamics between hovering behavior by a parent, polytrauma recovery and rehabilitation, and adjustment to a disability in the context of hospital stay. This case example highlighted how this interaction triggered conflict between parents and hospital staff and impacted the rehabilitation process. The presentation also focused on the intervention strategies designed to reduce the conflict and promote positive outcomes during rehabilitation.

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"Domestic Adoption"

Presenter:  Gayle McGowean, Director, Community Outreach and Pat Trudeau, LCSW, $20 Members, $30 Non-Members (1 CEUs) 

This pre-recorded presentation covered the following: The evolution and societal implications of adoption, Federal adoption laws, adoption reasons and demographics, tools, techniques, and resources for woman, benefits of open adoption, the process for birth and adoptive parents, and the criteria to select an adoption agency.

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"Beyond a Shadow of a Diet:  The Treatment of Compulsive Eating"

Presenter:  Judith Matz, LCSW, Director of the Chicago Center for Overeating, Inc., $35 Members, $45 Non-Members (2 CEUs) 

In this pre-recorded presentation Judith Matz, co-author of The Diet Survivors Handbook:  60 Lessons in Eating, Acceptance and Self-Care (2006) and Beyond a Shadow of a Diet:  The Therapists Guide to Treating Compulsive Eating (2004.),  discussed the underlying causes of compulsive eating and described how attuned eating- using internal cues to decide when, what and how to eat- allows clients to make peace with food.  Participants learned how to address emotional overeating and body image issues, as well as a new paradigm for health that is based on wellness rather than weight.  For more information, visit www.dietsurvivors.com.

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"Are you Sure About Positive Psychology?"

Presenter:  Russell Johnson, LCSW, ACSW and Matthew Jameson, LCSW, $35 Members, $45 Non-member (2 CEUs)

A major shift in thinking has occurred in the field of psychology, from studying and understanding mental illness to discovering how we can attain happiness and be resilient in the face of life's stressors.  This pre-recorded presentation reviewed the evolution of Positive Psychology and its' implications in our daily practice.  Major concepts that have been studied, such as, signature strengths, resiliency and happiness were explored.  The implications of the findings from the research and how the findings can be applied in our daily practice was the main focus of the workshop.

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"Elder Abuse: The Facts"

Presenter:  Holly Zielke, Program Coordinator Illinois Department on Aging, $35 Members, $45 Non-member (2 CEUs)

This pre-recorded workshop objectives were: 1) to increase the understanding of the definitions of Elder Abuse & Neglect; 2) increase the understanding of Elder Abuse and Neglect and Illinois Law; 3) increase the knowledge of the cycles of elder abuse and neglect; 4) improve the awareness of the signs/symptoms of Elder Abuse and Neglect; 5) increase the awareness of the psychosocial and medical needs of elder abuse victims; 6) to gain a better understanding of how to report cases of elder abuse and neglect and what to expect from Adult Protective Services Intervention. 

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"Positive Behavior Support Plans"

Presenter:  Cheri Sinnott, LCSW, $50 Members, $60 Non-Members (3 CEUs)

This pre-recorded presentation reviewed three levels of behavioral support (Universal, Targeted, and Intensive) which are addressed in multiple settings including agencies, schools, nursing homes, and others.  Strategies to identify the function or communicative intent of the behaviors were identified, along with skills to teach individuals replacement behaviors to meet their needs.  

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 "Extramarital Affairs- Dynamics and Treatments"

Presenter:  Philip L. Elbaum, LCSW, CADC, $35 Members, $45 Non-Members (2 CEUs)

This pre-recorded presentation presented an overview of extramarital relations that included the incidence, historical perspectives, types of affairs, psychiatric implications, reasons for cheating, warning signs, developmental steps of the affair, dynamics of third party, cultural implications and treatment interventions for the couple and or individual who has the affair as well as the partner.

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"Social Work and HIV: The Impact of HIV Laws On Social Workers"

Presenter:   Linella Gavin, Supervision Attorney, $35 Members, $45 Non-Members (2 CEUs)

Working with HIV+ Clients or clients who want to be tested requires knowledge of a specific set of laws that social workers may not know. This pre-recorded training reviewed the Illinois AIDS Confidentiality Act and the Illinois Criminal Transmission of HIV ACT and how it may impact a social worker's practice.

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"Employee Assistance Programs-What Do They Really Do?"

Presenter:  Jan Reisch, LCSW, CADC, CEAP, $35 Members, $45 Non-Members (2 CEUs)

In this two hour pre-recorded presentation given by Jan Reisch, LCSW, CADC, CEAP, you will have an opportunity to learn about Employee Assistance Programs (EAP's), from their inception in the 1940s to how they have evolved over the years due to marketplace changes.

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"Social Workers and Future Care Planning: What Legal Options Are Available to Your Clients to Plan for Their Children’s Futures and What Issues Are Likely to Arise?"

Presenter:  Linella Gavin, Supervision Attorney and Bryn A. Poulton, LCSW $35 Members, $45 Non-Members (2 CEUs)

Social Workers may not work with families with minor children. Often times, clients have never considered or formalized who should care for their children in the event of their death or incapacity. This pre-recorded training will give social workers the tools to empower their clients to choose who they feel is best to care for their children.

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