Suicide Prevention and Safety Planning

What will this webinar cover? 

​​Resettlement service providers may encounter clients who exhibit suicidal ideation and/or have attempted suicide. This webinar is designed to equip service providers with essential knowledge and skills to aid in screening and preventing suicide amongst newcomers. The training provides an overview of common myths, risks, warning signs, and protective factors associated with suicide. Participants will learn how to approach the topic with empathy and directness, engage in compassionate conversations, and use screening tools. The webinar also delves into comprehensive suicide assessments, cultural considerations, and the creation of personalized safety plans. Practical case studies are included to illustrate the training’s real-life applications.​
 

Is this webinar for me? 

​​This webinar is designed for newcomer service providers, supervisors, and other support staff who want to improve the psychoeducation and support they provide to their clients facing suicidal ideation. This session will also directly benefit service providers who are seeking guidance and practical strategies on how to improve the quality of their conversations with clients during the development of safety plans.  ​ 

​While not a requirement, Switchboard encourages participants to complete the self-paced eLearning course on Suicide Prevention in Resettlement, Asylum, and Integration Settings in advance of this training.​ 

Why should I participate? 
After participating in this 90-minute session, you will be able to: 

Identify protective factors, risk factors, and warning signs of suicide 
Apply four practical skills to ensure your communication with clients about suicide is assertive, clear, and compassionate 
Implement the six questions of the suicide risk screening tool with fidelity and confidence
Create effective suicide safety plans with individuals at risk, including six key elements