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Pathways to Health
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August 1, 2023
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Did you know?
According to a Colorado Health Institute report, 'Good health is not equally distributed, and systemic problems continue to negatively impact health outcomes for
people of color.' Read the article.
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SWCAHEC Facilitates Virtual Dementia Tour
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In late July, SWCAHEC facilitated the Virtual Dementia Tour (VDT) for the team members of Sunshine Garden Senior Community. The VDT is an evidence-based dementia simulation that facilities discussion and learning about Dementia as a disease. To create a realistic experience, participants are outfitted with devices that alter their senses while they attempt to complete common, everyday tasks. In a debrief, participants gain insight into the physical and mental challenges those with dementia face. Contact April at [email protected] for more information about trainings.
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Montezuma County Public Health Department's Prevention Services
Meets with SWCAHEC
In early July, SWCAHEC met with Suicide Prevention of Montezuma County Public Health Department and received an introduction to their suicide prevention coalition called Suicide Awareness for Everyone (SAFE). SWCAHEC is excited to station and offer an activity in the upcoming Restore, Illuminate, Support and Educate (RISE) Suicide Awareness Walk in September.
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Breastfeeding Awareness Walk and Community Baby Shower
Come say hi to our soon to be Certified Lactation Counselors (aka SWCAHEC staff members, April and Chelsie). They will be tabling with other infant/children/parenting organizations at Breastfeeding Awareness Walk and Community Baby Shower.
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Breastfeeding and Parent Support Class
Shining Mountain Health and Wellness
On July 20th, SWCAHEC participated in one of many breastfeeding and parent support classes hosted by Shining Mountain Health and Wellness. This month’s class, Albuquerque Area Dental Support Center presented about how food effects the oral health of toddlers and led a discussion about oral health promotion and breastfeeding with community members. Classes continue monthly as they provide breastfeeding resources and education while building a community for women to feel safe and connected. SWCAHEC staff members, April and Chelsie are on their way to being a certified lactation counselors in Fall 2023.
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C-SSRS TRAINING
Attend a Columbia Protocol Suicide Screening and Assessment Training with Columbia Lighthouse Project, led by Dr. Kelly Posner Grestenhaber! These trainings come at no cost to you. The Columbia Protocol, or C-SSRS, has been implemented widely at state, national, and international levels. These upcoming sessions will focus particularly on youth suicide prevention across Colorado. Below are the confirmed dates and times:
Dates for July and August:
August 1st @ 12pm-1pm
August 9th @ 12pm-1pm
August 14th @12pm-1pm
To read more about this incredible opportunity go directly to the Registration Form. To stay updated on any other OSP sponsored opportunities visit our training page.
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AUTISM: CORE CONCEPTS FOR PRIMARY CARE PART 2
Autism Core Concepts for Primary Care Part 2 supports providers in the screening, diagnosis and management of patients with an autism spectrum disorder and related developmental delays. Sessions include a brief didactic presentation by an expert and discussion of participant-submitted cases. Participants are highly encouraged to submit de-identified patient cases for group discussion and expert consultation. Resources and referral information will be shared throughout the series.
CME for this series has been applied for and is pending approval. ECHO participants typically earn one credit per session attended.
Prescribing providers (MD, DO, APP) in Colorado and surrounding areas
Five weekly ECHO sessions held virtually
Wednesdays 12:00 - 1:00 PM MT
August 2 - 30
Session Topics:
August 2: ADHD
August 9: Irritability and Aggression
August 16: Sleep
August 23: Anxiety
August 30: Toileting
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Motivational Interviewing: Intermediate Skills (Summer 2023)
This course builds on the fundamental motivational interviewing concepts learned in Basic Motivational Interviewing. In this course, you will expand your skills related to using OARS (open-ended questions, affirmations, reflections and summaries). You will build confidence working with resistant clients and learn how to best integrate MI skills into your work setting.
This virtual course includes both online coursework (reading, videos, assignments) as well as weekly Live Learning Sessions via Zoom web conferencing. The live sessions will be highly interactive and include both large and small group practice.
Time commitment: 2-3 hours per week (1-2 hours homework and 1 hour Live Learning Session)
8/2/2023 – 8/30/2023
Live Learning Sessions:
9 am - 10 am MST on Wednesdays
August 2
August 9
August 16
August 23
August 30
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Nursing Continuing Professional Development
Needs Assessment Survey
It is time, once again, to ask for your input on the educational programs the University of Colorado College of Nursing Office of Continuing Education will provide in the coming year. Please take a few minutes to complete this brief survey by clicking the link below.
https://ucdenver.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3vNgo1QvYLuNUqy
The survey will remain open through Friday, August 11, 2023.
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Seeking Program Director
Job Description for a licensed Mental Health Provider (LPC, LSW, MFT, LCSW/CSW, PSY)
Benefits: Professional development, holidays, sick leave, PTO, Benefits stipend
Office hours: Mon-Thurs. 9:00 am–5 pm, with room for flexibility
Location: Durango, Colorado
Salary: $53,040 - $57,720 depending upon licensing and experience FLSA
Status: 0.75 FTE, Exempt – 30 hours per week
The Program Director will have the opportunity to oversee a combination of pyschosocial, outreach, and education programs, provide screening and brief intervention, and also help shape this non-profit's approach to addressing cancer-related health disparities. Details here.
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Healthcare Job Opportunities in SW Colorado
Mercy Regional Medical Center, Durango, Click HERE
Pagosa Springs Medical Center, Pagosa Springs, Click HERE
Southwest Health System, Cortez, Click HERE
Axis Health System, Durango, Cortez, Pagosa Springs,
Click HERE
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