Bi-polar research - Participants needed

Research Project title

The Impact of Restorative Environments on recovery from Bi-polar disorder

Researchers

Yeow May Tan

Direct Supervisor

Dr Cameron Duff, BA (Hons), PhD (UQ)

Dr Cameron Duff specializes in the use of qualitative research methods and have led qualitative studies in both Australia and Canada. He has supervised three honours projects in the past year.

Organisation

Monash University, School of Psychology and Psychiatry

This study will investigate the utility of ‘restorative places’ for people recovering from Bipolar Disorder. Qualitative methods including the use of photovoice and interviews will be used. Each participant will be provided with a disposable camera and visit their favourite places to take photographs of what recovery means to them. Also, each participant will be required to attend two interview sessions to discuss the photographs taken and tell their individual stories.

Participants must be self-identified patients who is recovering from bi-polar disorder, has been in recovery for at least 2 years and aged between 18-60 years. Also, participants must be fluent in English.

If you are interested in participating or require more information, please contact Yeow May Tan on 0431 161 288 or email ymtan6@student.monash.edu.au.

Exhibition - Stop and Stare

The following was received from Joint Council Access for All Abilities:

Joint Councils Access for All Abilities, along with Community Access and Access Arts, will present the Stop and Stare Exhibition from 4th August to 1st September at The Gallery, St Kilda Town Hall.

This exhibition showcases a variety of artworks created by people who participate in inclusive arts projects in the City of Port Phillip. Groups including SnapShot Photography, Holiday Arts for Adults, Art Works program, the Friday Leisurely Art Group and KickstART Contemporary Art will present their artwork. Artists from within these groups have a unique perspective, ensuring there will be a great array of artwork on display.

The Stop and Stare exhibition will provide an opportunity for people from a vast array of backgrounds, including, people with intellectual disabilities, those who live with mental illness, acquired brain impairment, degenerative illness and those living in social isolation residing in the City of Port Phillip to present their work.

When: 4th August to 6th September 2010

Where: The Gallery, St Kilda Town Hall (cnr of Carlisle St and Brighton Rd, St Kilda)

Please contact Jessica at JCAAA for further information on 9209 6159

‘How far would you go in the pursuit of perfection?’ - Eating Disorders Victoria

The following was received from Eating Disorders Victoria:

Eating Disorders Victoria are launching their major annual event to coincide with Body Image and Eating Disorder Awareness Week.

Entitled - ‘How far would you go in the pursuit of perfection?’ – the event will held at Kaleide Theatre, RMIT, Building 8, Level 2, 360 Swanston Street, Melbourne on Sunday 5th September (Fathers’ Day) from 3pm.

The afternoon will see a special screening of the film, ‘Beauty Mark: body image and the race for perfection’ which will be followed by a panel discussion featuring:

• Nicole Livingstone – Olympic and Commonwealth Medallist, Channel 10 Sports Presenter, Chair of Victorian Positive Body Image Advisory Committee
• Rob Anderson – CEO of Wheelchair Sports Victoria
• Erin Young – Director of Real Girl Productions
• Nicky Brown – YMCA Centre Program Director

This event is proudly supported by The Butterfly Foundation, Wheelchair Sports Victoria and the YMCA.

Further information is available on the flyer or on our website: www.eatingdisorders.org.au

Employment Opportunity - Alcohol and Drug Counseller - Anglicare

Part time, 22.8 hours per week

Eastern Metropolitan Region

Based in Bayswater

If you are committed to ongoing innovation and the development of leading edge services, continuous improvement and professional development, this may be the opportunity for you, Anglicare Victoria’s Alcohol and Drug Program (AGEnDAS) has a vacancy for a part time Alcohol and Drug Counsellor for 3 days per week.

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated person for this position, working primarily in the Counselling, Consultancy and Continuing Care (CCCC) program The position includes counselling, assessment and referral, individual Forensic work, community development and some group work.

The suitable candidate should be flexible and responsive to needs of clients, possess a good working knowledge and experience of Alcohol and Drugs including services within the sector and be willing to increase knowledge and understanding of issues relating to Dual Diagnosis. Relevant tertiary qualifications and current drivers’ licence are essential.

Before applying, please obtain a position description www.anglicarevic.org.au or for more information, contact Julie Pedley on 9721 3688. Please apply, nominating three referees, to Julie Pedley Team Leader AGEnDAS, Anglicare Victoria, P.O Box 2088 Bayswater 3153 or email julie.pedley@anglicarevic.org.au

Applications close 10 August, 2010.

Industry Consultation Forums + Industry Survey - Community Services and Health Industry Skills Council

The following was received from the Community Services and Health Industry Skills Council:

The Community Services and Health Industry Skills Council (CS&H ISC) is holding four free Industry Consultation Forums in NSW, VIC, QLD and WA and conducting an Industry Survey to obtain industry feedback on Draft 1 components reflecting the work functions of Intake and Respite Coordinators.

The Industry Survey is now available to download on the Industry Consultation Forums and Materials section of the project webpage. Everyone is invited to complete the Survey to provide feedback on the draft additions.

Please download and complete this Survey and return to rebecca.seib@cshisc.com.au by Friday 20 August 2010.

What are the changes?

Three draft units of competency are proposed for addition to the Community Services Training Package (CHC08) and are intended to assist workers in Community Services who coordinate Respite for carers. The work functions reflected include:

1. Use telephone communication skills to assess caller's needs
2. Conduct assessment of carer's needs
3. Facilitate access to information and services to support carers to meet their needs

Who should attend the forums?

Please be advised that this is not a training session or professional development activity. It is an opportunity for Community Services Stakeholders to provide detailed feedback on the proposed draft additions to the CHC08 Training Package based on their experience with the work functions of an Intake and Respite Coordination role.

The CS&H ISC is looking for registrations of attendance from the following:

• Government / Private Employers (including Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centres)
• Peak Bodies / Associations
• Unions

Information regarding the Industry Consultation Forums is now available on the project webpage and Registrations for the forums are now open. Numbers are limited so please register now!

Register Today

Discounted Microsoft Office Training for NFP

The following was received from New Horizons:

New Horizons are a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner who won the 2009 Microsoft Partner of the Year Australia – Learning Solutions.

They offer a broad range of courses and training methods. Outlined below is some of the Microsoft Office training they offer:

• Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint Duration: 1 day Cost inc GST: $ 359 Inc 10% not for profit discount (RRP: $395)
• Group Training – Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint Daily Rate Up to 10 attendees: $1813 Inc 10% not for profit discount (RRP: $1995) All prices include GST

For any queries please contact Sean Kitchener by phone: (03) 8625 5842, or email: skitchener@nhaustralia.com.au

Duty of Care Workplace Training Programs - Special VICSERV Price Offer

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Their four most popular CDs are:

• Workplace Bullying Prevention
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Duty of Care Training Programs can be used as part of your organisations' overall learning & development and Risk Management Strategy. These programs can be utilised in either induction training and/or ongoing compliance training to ensure maximum protection from liability for your organisation.

Each DVD is accompanied with an accompanying Comprehensive Policy and Training Notes.

There are currently 9 titles in the series:

• Workplace Bullying Prevention- Employee Awareness & Response
• Workplace Bullying Prevention- Roles & Responsibilities for Supervisors/Managers
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• Workplace Discrimination Prevention- Roles & Responsibilities for Supervisors/Managers
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