IOTI - Dual Diagnosis Training and Outreach
Project Description:
A significant percentage of individuals with intellectual or development disabilities are also living with a mental health diagnosis. Identifying the signs, symptoms and appropriate treatment options for this population requires specialized training and support for both professionals and caregivers. As noted in a white paper developed for Utah policymakers, a lack of training for mental health providers about best practices for treating individuals with dual diagnosis decreases the quality of the services available. A need for increased training and support exists across Utah communities.
Utilizing both existing relationships and new interagency collaborators, TKJ will plan, advertise, complete, and evaluate trainings for paraprofessionals, professionals, individuals, and family members of individuals with a dual diagnosis. Training will be conducted by master's level trainers.
Using a comprehensive curriculum from the nationally recognized NADD, TKJ will: a) identify areas where training for care providers is limited; b) maintain and expand a database of evidence-based materials; c) prepare and conduct on-site trainings at provider locations across the state; d) implement evaluation tools; and e) ensure sustainability of training materials during and beyond the grant funding period.
The project will target paraprofessionals, family members, and professionals supporting people with dual diagnosis.
Keyword(s):
IOTI, Dual Diagnosis, mental health, training
Core Function(s):
Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Quality of Life
Target Audience:
Professionals and Para-Professionals, Family Members/Caregivers
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Disadvantaged Circumstances, Geographic Areas, Empowerment Zone, Rural/Remote, Urban, Specific Groups
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
