Course Code: REL-BHC-0-IBHETINAI
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Identify factors that impact behavioral health equity in Native communities.
Indicate health inequities commonly faced by individuals with Native identities.
Recall strategies to address behavioral health inequity when working with Native clients and communities.
Outline:
Section 1: Understanding Health Inequities Among Native People
Tribal, Indigenous, or Native Identities
Intersectionality
Social Determinants of Health
Inequity in Behavioral Healthcare
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Addressing Inequity
Micro Strategies for Addressing Inequities
Organizational Strategies
Macro Level Strategies
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Lauren Quick-Graham, MSW, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Lauren received her Master of Social Work degree from North Carolina State University in Raleigh. She has over 13 years of experience working in case management and counseling. She is a PhD student at North Carolina State University focusing on continuing professional education for adult learners. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor in North Carolina. She has worked in private practice, the Veterans Health Administration, and community-based organizations focusing on serving adults with an emphasis on trauma, addictions, chronic pain, and crisis intervention. She has extensive experience providing clinical supervision services to social workers and addiction professionals. Lauren joined Relias as a behavioral health content writer and subject matter expert in 2021.
Subject Matter Expert: Sungila Black Calf, MSW, LCSW
Sungila is an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation and is also of Sicangu Lakota descent. She earned her Master of Social Welfare degree from the University of California, Berkeley with a focus in Community Mental Health. She has lived and worked in both urban and rural Native communities. She is currently involved in direct services and specializes in working with Native Americans through individual therapy and the provision of cultural interventions at a community level.
Writer: Bridgett Ross, PsyD
Bridgett Ross, Psy.D. received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Boston College and then her doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University. She is a licensed psychologist in California and was in private practice for 13 years treating various issues including trauma, anxiety and mood disorders, grief/loss, and issues around self-concept, identity, and attachment. Having supervised pre-licensed and licensed clinicians, she maintains an interest in professional issues in the field of psychology. Dr. Ross’ training and work history include Children’s Hospital Chadwick Center for Children and Families, Kaiser Permanente, Alvarado Parkway Institute, and the Department of Veterans Affairs, which informed her focus on providing evidence-based trauma treatment to diverse populations.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Alcohol and Drug Counselors; Case Managers; General Staff; Marriage and Family Therapists; Professional Counselors; Psychologists; Social Workers; in the following settings: Health and Human Services.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.