Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT)-Recording

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In this workshop, Nick, a social worker specializing in addiction treatment, leads a training session on SBIRT (Screening, Brief Interventions, and Referrals to Treatment). SBIRT is an approach designed to address substance use disorders using a public health model, focusing on early intervention and treatment to prevent more severe issues. The session emphasizes the shift from traditional punitive methods to supportive, evidence-based practices.<br /><br />Nick outlines the process of setting up SBIRT in organizations, highlighting the importance of screening everyone, not just those who appear to have substance issues. This allows for earlier identification and intervention, which is crucial given the prevalence of substance use disorders among various populations. The session covers validated screening tools like the ASSIST and AUDIT, encouraging participants to incorporate these into their practice.<br /><br />The workshop also delves into brief interventions, drawing on motivational interviewing techniques to engage clients. Nick discusses the importance of maintaining a non-judgmental, empathetic approach, and emphasizes using open-ended questions and affirmations. Participants practice role-plays to enhance these skills, aiming to make interactions with clients more productive and less confrontational.<br /><br />Finally, the session explores the process of making effective referrals, advocating for "warm handoffs" to ensure clients don't slip through the cracks. Nick encourages building relationships with referral resources to improve the success rates of these connections.<br /><br />The session concludes with discussions on integrating these practices into clinical workflows and emphasizing ongoing learning and adaptation to better support individuals with substance use disorders.

Keywords

SBIRT

addiction treatment

substance use disorders

public health model

early intervention

evidence-based practices

screening tools

ASSIST

AUDIT

motivational interviewing

non-judgmental approach

empathetic engagement

role-play practice

warm handoffs

referral resources