Tailoring Motivational Interviewing (MI) for COVID-19 Issues

The Columbia School of Social Work (CSSW) has been a leader in social work practices and educating social workers for over a century. The School joins rigorous, evidence-based academic theory with real-world practice. Our multidisciplinary faculty are known for their intellectual creativity and leadership in research, education and field work. Our community is committed to lifelong learning that aims to develop leaders in social work practice.

Columbia School of Social Work

This webinar is part of  the Columbia School of Social Work COVID-19 ACTION trainings.

<h2>About this Event: </h2>LIVE WEBINAR w/ Limited Capacity- Please note that this event is open to the public and being recorded for educational and professional development purposes.  FREE ADMISSION W/ OPTIONAL DONATION TO CSSW STUDENT EMERGENCY FUND<ul><li>Donations will go to CSSW students facing immediate crises including food insecurity, housing insecurity, or other unexpected COVID-19 related expenses. </li><li>To donate please <a href="https://socialwork.givenow.columbia.edu/?alloc=26513" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CLICK HERE</a></li></ul>2 CE for NYS-, NJ-, and CT- licensed social workers. Other states, please confirm with your licensing board as many other states accept our social work CE. See CE Information below ***Tickets are available until 8am on 5/21/2020 OR when capacity is reached ***<h2>About the Series </h2>With the COVID-19 pandemic upon us, the faculty of the Columbia University’s School of Social Work have mobilized to form COVI-19 ACTION, with the mission of monitoring developments and disseminating information that can be helpful to social workers and the clients they serve. Trainings have been developed by the CSSW COVID-19 Action Team that includes a group of faculty and administrators who represent various aspects of social work practice, programming and policy.For more information on CSSW COVID-19 see the website <a href="https://blogs.cuit.columbia.edu/cssw-covid19resources/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">HERE.</a> <h2> Webinar Description</h2>The presentation will show how motivational interviewing, an evidenced-based intervention, can be adapted to address diverse issues encountered by individuals struggling with the corona virus. Such issues may involve adhering to restrictions associated with exposure, social distancing, social isolation, substance use and related mental health difficulties. Objectives: By attending the session, participants will <ol><li>Understand and manage challenging dialogues in forging a working alliance with vulnerable populations</li><li>Learn how to activate individual capabilities and coping resources for facilitating motivational change </li><li>Learn how “MI Spirit” can be integrated into an array of interventions that are employed with vulnerable groups </li></ol><h2> Presenter(s):</h2>Allen Zweben, Ph.D., LCSW, Professor and Director of the Motivational Interviewing Skills-Based Project (<a href="https://socialwork.columbia.edu/faculty-research/faculty/full-time/allen-zweben/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bio</a>)Mary Piepmeier, MA, Coordinator and Certified Lab Instructor, Motivational Interviewing Skills-Based Project (<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-piepmeier-69688871/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bio</a>)Jennille Cineas, MSW, LMSW, Academic Field Advisor, Adjunct Lecturer, Certified Lab Instructor (<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennille-cineas-lmsw-769514101/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bio</a>)Elba Torres-Perez, MSW, LMSW, Client &amp; Mitigation Specialist, Federal Defenders of New York, Certified Lab Instructor (<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/elba-l-torres-perez-lmsw-42030239/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bio</a>)Karina Rodriguez, MPA, M.Ed. MSW, LMSW, Director of Counseling Services at NYC Department of Education, Certified Lab Instructor (<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/karina-rodriguez-1335b3186/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bio</a>)<h2>Accessing the Online Webinar</h2>2-12 hours before the webinar you will be sent an email containing the webinar link. You will be required to sign-in with your name and answer a couple registration questions. If you are not familiar with Zoom Webinar then please see <a href="https://socialworkcolumbia.co1.qualtrics.com/WRQualtricsControlPanel_rel/File.php?F=F_ezyvzOwZvIrPKdL" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">HERE</a> for information and links. Due to the large audience size there will be limited tech assistance. See Continuing Education information below if receiving CE hours.<h2>Continuing Education Information</h2>2 live, online contact hours will be awarded for NYS, NJ and CT licensed social workers. Licensed social workers for other states, please confirm with your licensing board. Columbia University School of Social Work is a CSWE accredited institution.Social Workers*CSSW is recognized by the New York State Education Department&#x27;s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers. Provider #SW‐0021 <h2>CE Certificate Information</h2>Please note that in order to receive your CE certificate, you must attend the full hour and complete the evaluation in accordance to NYSED regulations. Please plan accordingly to log-in on time and remain for the duration of the event. There is a 10 minute grace period at at the start or end of the webinar. Participants who do not meet the attendance requirements will not receive a CE certificate. Evaluation and Certificate forms will be distributed via email within 2-5 business days of the event ending to those meeting the attendance requirements above. Please contact SWOPE@columbia.edu with any questions.Special Accommodations and Grievance PolicySpecial Accommodations: If you require disability accommodations to attend/participate in an event at Columbia University School of Social Work, please contact Office of Professional Excellence at swope@columbia.edu at least 10 days in advance of the event.*For events posted less than 10 days in advance, contact swope@columbia.edu as soon as possible.Grievance Policy: For information on our grievance policy, click <a href="https://socialwork.columbia.edu/policy-and-privacy-statements/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here.</a>

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