Skillfully Addressing Suicidal Ideation Using an Interdisciplinary Approach

Social Workers & Spiritual Caregivers

On-Demand Webinar

StreamedJul 20, 2023Duration90 minutes

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two business days after live stream
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Take-away toolkit
Ability to download webinar video
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Working with seriously ill people brings unique challenges that may include navigating the legal system, advocating for self-determination, and understanding organizational policies and community perceptions.

In addition, many team members are confused about the difference between suicidal ideation and a request for a hastened death. This webinar will teach the necessary skills to navigate these serious issues using a holistic interdisciplinary approach.

AFTER THIS WEBINAR YOU’LL BE ABLE TO:

Define suicidal ideation
List four potential ethical dilemmas that may emanate from suicidal ideation and planning
Differentiate between suicidal ideation and a request for a hastened death
Avoid 10 common errors when a person is suicidal and/or requesting a hastened death
Discuss the critical importance of including all team members in planning and interventions
Apply skills and interventions to common situations

WEBINAR DETAILS

Is a request for a hastened death the same as suicidal ideation? It is imperative that everyone is included in the planning process and has a clear understanding of the agreed-upon intervention. This webinar will provide an in-depth look at the challenges and solutions related to both types of requests. Learn the pitfalls and preferred practices related to this very sensitive, common, and complex dynamic.

THIS WEBINAR WILL BENEFIT THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES:

Hospice
Palliative Care

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This enlightening webinar is designed for social workers and counselors. The main focus will be on counseling interventions, but it will review variations of interventions that all team members can utilize. Management and leadership will also benefit.

TAKE-AWAY TOOLKIT

Sample policy/procedure
Intervention specific toolkit
Sample “no-suicide contract”
Common errors and preferred practices
Additional slides/handout to use for staff and volunteer training
Handout with lecture notes, references, bibliography, and additional learning opportunities
Training log
PDF of slides and speaker’s contact info for follow-up questions
Attendance certificate provided, however there are no pre-approved CEs associated with this webinar

NOTE: All materials are subject to copyright. Transmission, retransmission, or republishing of any webinar to other agencies or those not employed by your agency is prohibited. Print materials may be copied for eligible participants only.

TESTIMONIALS

"The speaker explained things in a simple way and gave some good strategies to use when assessing patients."

- Linda, VNA Health Group

"Clear and concise information that will easily transfer to my work in the field. Pace of the webinar was great, not rushed but timely and got all of the information in. Material for future reference was clearly marked and slides were great."

- Katie, Ecumen Hospice

"Speaker was very skilled in suicide assessment and education."

- Jodie, Authoracare Collective

"A lot of practical information on a topic that is not always in the Hospice Spotlight."
- Laura, Day Kimball Healthcare at Home

"Very informative and sheds light on misconception of suicide. I enjoyed all of the information. All information was detailed and well organized."

- Denise, VNA