ITS TIME TO ASK: Identifying and responding to adult sexual violence & child sexual abuse in family and domestic violence presentations

WHO : This course is suitable for front line responders, emergency services (police, child protection and hospital staff etc), family violence workers as well as social workers, support workers, case workers and telehealth services working with clients in a range of human service delivery sectors.
OUR PRESENTER: Tori Cooke brings two decades of practice as a social worker as well as extensive training experience. She is a well-respected practitioner and leader who is passionate about teaching practical skills that support workforce capacity and builds health and wellness for those working in human service delivery.
WORKSHOP AIMS:
Explore gaps in knowledge about adult (SA) and child sexual assault (CSA) in the context of family and domestic violence
Assist in increasing practitioner confidence in screening and identification practices
Screening based skill building - asking the right questions by using questions that are evidence-based, and culturally appropriate in a safe and confidential manner
Skill professionals in identifying and sensitively responding to presentations of sexual violence and child sexual abuse.
CATERING: Morning & afternoon tea provided - please BYO lunch