INTRODUCTION
Psychosocial support is the process of enabling families to recover from the impact of crises and helping them to deal with such events in the future. The world faces increasing challenges such as disasters, terror attacks, epidemic diseases, conflicts and war. These are crises and events that leaves the communities in distress and emotional wounds. Basic aids such as food, water, shelter and healthcare are paramount but of importance also is psychosocial support.
This training course at IRES offers relevant skills and knowledge to people working in zones affected by such crises to offer psychosocial support and help the affected communities to heal the psychological wounds and rebuild social structure after such critical events.
DURATION
5 Days
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
This course is designed for anyone who would like to experience a community approach to inner healing. More so to health practitioners, humanitarian workers and project officers working in disaster and conflict prone areas
COURSE OBJECTIVES
TOPICS TO BE COVERED
Module 1:
Behaviour, Burn out and Depression
Understanding Suicide
Module 2:
Substance Abuse
Loss and bereavement
Module 3:
Coping with Change
Approaches to Mental Health and psychosocial support
Module 4:
Stress in staff working in disaster zones
Supporting staff working in crisis zones
Module 5:
Basic Counselling skills
Stress Management techniques
We are proud to offer this course in a variety of training formats to suit your needs.
Our courses are carefully curated to keep you abreast of latest industry trends, technological advancements, and best practices. We employ a variety of teaching methodologies, including hands-on workshops, case studies, and interactive sessions, all aimed at fostering an engaging and effective learning environment. Our expert instructors bring a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, providing our clients with insights that can be immediately applied in their professional lives.
Our courses serve as a vibrant platform for professionals to connect and engage with a diverse community of peers, industry leaders, and experts. By participating in our programs, you gain access to an invaluable network that spans across various sectors and geographical boundaries. This networking aspect is not just about forming professional relationships; it's about creating a supportive ecosystem where ideas, opportunities, and collaborations can flourish.
Our courses are designed to challenge and inspire professionals to step out of their comfort zones and explore new horizons. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical application, our programs help professionals refine their existing skills and acquire new ones, making them more versatile and competitive.
# | Job Title | Organisation | Country |
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1 | Principal Medical Social Worker | Moi Teaching And Referral Hospital | Kenya |
2 | Norwegian Church Aid | Ethiopia | |
3 | Clinical Officer | Central bank of Kenya | Kenya |