Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Fundamentals Saturday, March 11, 2017
9 AM - 12 PM Eastern Time; 8:30 Registration
Indianapolis Fire Department Headquarters
955 Fort Wayne Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Attendees will earn 3 Category I CE credits.
WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:
Disaster Mental Health Fundamentals introduces the key concepts, knowledge and skills required of a Red Cross Disaster Mental Health (Disaster Mental Health) worker. It is a 2-part course that provides participants with the opportunity to apply their learning to real-world examples that reflect challenges experienced by Disaster Mental Health responders, from supporting a local Disaster Action Team (DAT) response to serving on a larger disaster relief operation.
The purpose of Disaster Mental Health Fundamentals is to prepare Disaster Mental Health-eligible workers to provide for and respond to the psychosocial and emotional needs of people throughout the disaster cycle of preparedness, response and recovery. Part 1 will provide an in-depth study of the knowledge and skills associated with providing high-quality Disaster Mental Health services. Part 2 will provide an opportunity to apply the knowledge gained in Part 1, become familiar with the role of the Disaster Mental Health worker, and experience how Disaster Mental Health work may be different from one’s daily role as a mental health professional. AUDIENCE:
This workshop is designed for professionals who meet the below eligibility criteria and who are interested in providing Disaster Mental Health at their local chapter and on national disaster relief operations:
A. CURRENTLY LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS:
At minimum, holds a Master’s Degree in one of the mental health professions listed below; and
Holds a current, unencumbered license from, or is registered with, any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, or psychiatrist (any level license/registration, including non-clinical licenses such as Licensed Masters Social Worker or LMSW).
B. CURRENT SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS AND SCHOOL COUNSELORS:
At minimum, holds a Master’s Degree in school psychology or school counseling; and
Holds a current, unencumbered license or certification as a school psychologist or school counselor issued by an appropriate state board.
C. CURRENT PSYCHIATRIC NURSES:
Have a state license as a registered nurse; and
Have a minimum of two years of experience working in a psychiatric setting, verified by a letter from a current or previous employer.
D. RETIRED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS:
Meet the above educational criteria for specified profession; and
Held a license (any level license) from any U.S. state or territory as a social worker, psychologist, professional counselor, marriage and family therapist, psychiatric nurse or psychiatrist, or a certificate as a school psychologist or school counselor, within the five years* prior to onboarding as a Disaster Mental Health worker; and
Maintained a license or certification in good standing upon retirement and without any disciplinary action taken by the issuing U.S. state or territory licensing or certification board.*If a prospective Disaster Mental Health volunteer has been retired for more than five years, the corresponding Disaster Mental Health Division Advisor should be consulted. See the Disaster Mental Health and Disaster Health Services Advisor Program Roster on The Exchange for a list of advisors and their contact information.
PRESENTERS:
Disaster Mental Health Fundamentals is taught by two certified basic disaster instructors who, in addition to meeting the basic Disaster Services instructor requirements, meet the following criteria:
Disaster Mental Health eligible (see eligibility criteria above);
Actively engaged as a Disaster Mental Health responder on local or larger disaster relief operations; and
Successfully completed the Disaster Mental Health Fundamentals course.
Allen Hill, Jr.
Allen Hill, Jr. has worked for 38 years in education as a teacher and school counselor, currently serving as a school counselor for the Phoenix Academy at IPS Stephen Foster School 67. He is a Past President of the Arizona School Counselor Association and Past Secondary Level Vice-President of the Arizona School Counselor Association.
Mr. Hill holds a Bachelor’s Degree in K-12 Physical Education/Health Education and Secondary Social Studies Education, as well as a Master’s Degree in Counselor Education. He is a founding member of the Yuma School Crisis Team and served for 14 years as a team lead.
Julie Baumgart
Julie Baumgart has served as a school counselor in urban, suburban, and rural settings since receiving a Master’s degree from Butler University in 2000. She has been active on the Indiana School Counselor Association governing board since 2007 in roles including Conference Chair, President, and her current role as Government Relations and Legislative Issues Chair. She has also served on the Board of Directors for the American School Counselor Association since 2012, currently serving as Chair of the Board.
Ms. Baumgart is an active volunteer with the American Red Cross where she enjoys her work in the Disaster Mental Health division as an instructor and in the Service to Armed Forces division as a trainer and facilitator for Reconnection Workshops. LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
Describe the Red Cross Disaster Mental Health mission, values, ethics, cultural competencies, assumptions and eligibility criteria.
Explain the legal and ethical implications of disaster mental health work.
Explain how the stress of experiencing disaster impacts survivors (both adults and children) and responders.
Describe and apply the three elements of Red Cross Disaster Mental Health intervention and identify which mental health interventions are not Red Cross-approved.
Describe and apply how staff mental health is provided to Red Cross employees and volunteers.
LOCATION:
Indianapolis Fire Department Headquarters
955 Fort Wayne Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46202 SPECIAL NOTE TO CONFERENCE ATTENDEES:
The Indiana Psychological Association (IPA) is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. The Indiana Psychological Association maintains responsibility for this program and its content.
Indiana State Psychology Board and Indiana Behavioral Health Board:
· IPA is an approved provider of Category I continuing education for psychologists.
· IPA is an approved provider of Category I continuing education for LSW, LCSW, LMFT, LMHC, LMFTA, LCAC and LAC.
Licensees must judge the program’s relevance to their professional practice.
All licensees who attend the workshop and complete the evaluation form will receive a CE certificate via email confirming that 3 Category I CE credits were earned.
Please note that APA rules require that credit be given only to those who attend the entire workshop. Those arriving more than 15 minutes after the scheduled start time or leaving early will not receive CE credits. Partial credit cannot be given. REGISTRATION:
MAXIMUM CAPACITY FOR THIS EVENT IS 40 ATTENDEES. Register as soon as possible to guarantee a seat. Those who are not among the first 40 to register will be wait listed. We urge any registrant who must cancel to notify Tabitha Arnett at 317-257-7449 as soon as possible so those on the waitlist may register. Refunds, less 15% handling fee, will be issued by check upon receipt of written cancellation postmarked by March 4, 2017. No refunds can be issued after this date. Registration:
$10 IPA Members requesting CE credits
Free IPA Members NOT requesting CE credits
$30 Non-Members (with or without CE)
