AASW Social Work in Schools Series: Early intervention with challenging behaviors

Live Online Workshop

Capability Level: Emerging and Evolving

Description

Schools have become hubs for welfare provision over the past decade with more challenging behaviours being exhibited by students every day. 'Early Intervention with Challenging Behaviours,' is a workshop tailored for early career school social workers to help support their schools to recognise and engage with students who are struggling. This workshop will equip school social workers to methodically analyse and address complex behaviours in children and young people. You will gain expertise in deconstructing behavioural triggers, evaluating internal and external influences on student conduct, and implementing evidence-informed, strengths-based interventions—emphasising somatic regulation strategies. This workshop provides an exploration of practical tools and strategies essential for effectively managing challenging behaviours in educational settings.

Who should attend?

This workshop is tailored for early-career school social workers seeking specialised expertise in effectively managing challenging behaviours exhibited by children and young people within educational settings. This workshop is particularly relevant for those eager to develop an proficiencies in implementing evidence-based, strengths-focused interventions, with a specific emphasis on somatic regulation techniques. By attending this program, social workers will gain practical insights and tools essential for fostering positive, supportive learning environments and making a meaningful impact on the well-being of students.

Learning Outcomes

- Analyse challenging behaviours in children and young people.

- Deconstruct Behavioural Triggers

- Evaluate internal and external influences on student behaviour.

-Implement Strengths based interventions (somatic regulation)

AASW Credentials: SW IN SCHOOLS

Presenter:

Aaron Garth is an experienced Social Worker and Human Services Educator with a passion for empowering professionals in the field. With a diverse career spanning Local Government, Education and Training, Mental Health, Child, Youth, and Families, as well as Private Practice, Aaron brings a wealth of practical knowledge to his training endeavours. With over 20 years working in the field, he has cultivated a deep understanding of the complex challenges that social workers face working with children and young people. Aaron's commitment to excellence is evident in his engaging training sessions, where he seamlessly translates theory, instils practice wisdom and integrates it all with real-world scenarios. His approach fosters a dynamic learning environment, equipping professionals with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the complex practice landscapes of Australian social work with confidence.