Tag: 1515
Miller, Jacqueline, BSW
Jacquelyn Miller has her Bachelor of Social Work degree from Southwest Missouri State University. She spent 18 years working as an Alternative Care Case Manager, Family Drug Court Liaison, and Contract Oversight Specialist at Missouri Children’s Division. In 2016, she became the Public Administrator of St. Charles County. She is an advocate for individuals with Developmental Disabilities becoming as independent as possible. She is a wife and mom of two. In her spare time, she enjoys photography, gardening, and spending time with family and friends.
Presentation(s):
Adams, Alicia, MSW
With a passion for helping others and a true commitment to a growth mindset, I thrive in collaborative environments committed to education and professionalism. I have served as a social worker and as a trainer/educator in both academic and hospital settings. My favorite aspect of my work is interacting with my colleagues to create a safe and productive environment for everyone to thrive, learn, and do their best.
Presentation(s):
Show Me Peer Power: Missouri DMH’s Critical Incident Stress Management Network for the Workforce
Public Health Approach to Firearm Suicide Prevention
Room: Paradise A
Speaker(s):
Description:
The Safer Homes Collaborative (SHC) is dedicated to tackling the urgent issue of firearm-related suicides through lethal means safety (LMS). Over the past seven years, SHC has navigated numerous challenges and achieved significant milestones in messaging, bridging research gaps, reducing stigma, fostering collaboration and partnerships, and securing ongoing funding. This workshop highlights the imperative for behavioral health professionals and community partners to integrate LMS strategies into their comprehensive suicide prevention efforts.
Objectives
1. A foundational understanding of the National and Missouri suicide prevention plans, including the focus on firearm suicide prevention
2. A foundational understanding of the four target audiences that Safer Homes Collaborative focuses on
3. Practical strategies and evidence-based approaches to integrate firearm suicide prevention into their community health initiatives, ultimately contributing to a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention
Rice-Portwood, Reba
Senior Program Manager at Safer Homes Collaborative, is a dedicated advocate for suicide prevention and gun safety. She captivates audiences with engaging presentations, sharing her lived experiences and practical insights. Known for her empathy, Reba connects deeply with those needing this training, empowering others to recognize the importance of gun safety.
Presentation(s):
Sorg, Shanna
Senior Program Support Manager at Safer Homes Collaborative, has over a decade of experience in community engagement and program development. She connects people with vital health and wellness information, making a significant impact by empowering individuals and communities to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
Presentation(s):
Preston, Rebecca, PhD
Dr. Rebecca N. Preston serves as as Clinical Lead for Missouri’s Early Psychosis Care (EPC) Center. She received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Hosftra University with training strongly rooted in evidence-based treatment modalities and rigorous research methods. Her research interests concentrate on stressors and impaired self-regulatory behaviors that both predate and maintain disorders of self-control and co-morbid psychiatric disorders in vulnerable populations. Dr. Preston facilitates the implementation of evidence-based practices for first-episode psychosis services, building capacity across the state to prevent the onset of and provide treatment for early psychosis. Her work with the EPC Center focuses on reducing implementation and service barriers thereby improving youth mental health care access and quality.
Presentation(s):
Aggression, Violence, and Psychosis – Facts and Misconceptions
Jones, Rachel, BS, MA, LPC
Rachel Jones, LPC is Director of Trauma Services at Missouri Department of Mental Health. She provides trauma informed training, consultation, and technical assistance with various projects to further implement trauma-informed knowledge, practices and treatment. She also guides the department in wellness and employee mental well-being initiatives.
Presentation(s):
Show Me Peer Power: Missouri DMH’s Critical Incident Stress Management Network for the Workforce