Central East PTTC

The Danya Institute, Inc.
8737 Colesville Road, Suite L-203
Silver Spring,
MD
20910
HHS Region 3
DE, DC, MD, PA, VA, WV
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The Central East PTTC serves the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Region 3, which includes Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia. The PTTC will provide technical assistance (TA) and training (T) geared toward developing and strengthening the capacity of substance use prevention field to provide services that are based on prevention science and use evidence-based and promising practices. The populations of focus are prevention professionals and organizations, community coalitions, social service groups, other community based and faith based organizations, minority-specific organizations, healthcare workers, organizations, pre-professionals, peers, consumers and family members, and other stakeholders. 

Recent News

From the Central East PTTC
Dec. 06, 2024
Although the holidays are often seen as a time for joy and celebration, many people struggle with stress, depression, and anxiety during this period. The season can be especially challenging due to the pressure to create the 'perfect' holiday, financial stress, loneliness, or the absence of loved ones. Shorter days, colder temperatures, and seasonal changes […]
Dec. 02, 2024
World AIDS Day is recognized every year on December 1st as a way to raise awareness of HIV/AIDS. It is a day dedicated to spreading awareness, honoring lives lost, and supporting those living with HIV. First celebrated in 1988, it was the first International Health Day. World AIDS Day makes the HIV/AIDS pandemic known, which […]
Nov. 14, 2024
Transgender Awareness Week (November 13-19, 2024) is a global observance to educate society regarding transgender individuals and challenges they encounter with their identity. A transgender (or trans) person is someone whose gender identity or expression is different from the sex/gender they were assigned at birth.  During this week, individuals who identify as transgender, along with […]

Upcoming Events

Hosted by the Central East PTTC
Webinar/Virtual Training
Cost: FREE Contact Hours: 3 (Certificate of Attendance) Target Audience: Professionals or organizations; Community members (members of a community or consumers); Students or educators (including faculty, administrators, supervisors, etc.) Developed for: SAMHSA Region 3 COURSE DESCRIPTION As digital technologies transform the way we communicate and connect, prevention professionals face unique ethical challenges in navigating social media, online research, and digital client interactions. While these platforms offer innovative ways to engage with clients, they also demand a mindful approach to uphold ethical integrity. This workshop addresses the nuances of cyber ethics, drawing from both the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Code of Ethics and the Public Health Code of Ethics. Participants will explore practical strategies for protecting client privacy, reinforcing professional boundaries, and promoting ethical standards in their digital interactions, helping them navigate these spaces with professionalism and care. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Define the ethical responsibilities associated with social media use as outlined in the NASW and Public Health Code of Ethics, and explain how to maintain clear professional boundaries online. Identify potential ethical risks involved in researching client information online and evaluate strategies to protect client privacy, grounded in the principles of both ethical codes. Develop personal guidelines for ethical digital communication and demonstrate methods to prevent inappropriate online behaviors, such as trolling or oversharing, while fostering a responsible online presence. PRESENTER Anthony President Master Trainer, International Speaker and author of the book “How You Can Become An Invincible Social Worker: The Real Deal on Beating Burnout in Social Work”, Anthony President has empowered and inspired more than 100,000 people to perform, produce and partner better at their places of work. With his high-energy and signature humor, thousands of companies and organizations have been transformed as a result of Anthony’s work. As Founder and Chief Training Officer for Presidential Consultants, Ohio's #1 Human Services Training Firm, Anthony also lead's a team of award-winning, internationally recognized trainers that deliver impact through training and coaching on a wide range of topics including leadership, diversity, equity & inclusion, workplace safety & wellbeing.   *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the contact hours and/or certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. If you are having issues accessing the room or the application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you.   ACCOMMODATIONS If you are in need of any special accommodations, please notify the Central East PTTC Webinar Team three weeks in advance of the event, or as soon as possible, by emailing [email protected].
Webinar/Virtual Training
Cost: FREE Contact Hours: 1.75 (Certificate of Attendance and Social Work/Counseling CEUs provided by the DC Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) Training Institute) Target Audience: Professionals or organizations; Community members (members of a community or consumers); Students or educators (including faculty, administrators, supervisors, etc.) Developed for: SAMHSA Region 3 COURSE DESCRIPTION This training would support providers in understanding the impact of highly technical and specialized language on clients with limited health literacy, and what we can do to mitigate this reality. LEARNING OBJECTIVES At the end of this training, participants will be able to: Explain how provider language use and word selection may alienate clients, Relay how to address alienation and repair any ruptures in trust or engagement. Utilize scripts and strategies for addressing alienation experienced by clients due to health literacy deficits and provider jargon use. PRESENTER Laura Hinds, MSW, LCSW, is a clinical social worker with experience in medical, behavioral and mental health settings.  Laura has had the pleasure of working with high acuity special needs populations and their providers for over 22 years.  An alumna and instructor at Penn’s School of Social Policy and Practice for 13 years, and Bryn Mawr’s School of Social Work and Social Research’s for the past 4 years, Laura has supported the learning and education of new social workers, veterans in the field, and their interdisciplinary partners.  With a focus on trauma, human and gender development, racial equity, and crisis intervention Laura supports special needs populations and those who serve them. *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the contact hours and/or certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. If you are having issues accessing the room or the application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you.   ACCOMMODATIONS If you are in need of any special accommodations, please notify the Central East PTTC Webinar Team three weeks in advance of the event, or as soon as possible, by emailing [email protected].
Webinar/Virtual Training
Cost: FREE Contact Hours: 3 (Certificate of Attendance) Target Audience: Professionals or organizations; Community members (members of a community or consumers); Students or educators (including faculty, administrators, supervisors, etc.) Developed for: SAMHSA Region 3 COURSE DESCRIPTION In the critical fields of substance misuse prevention, treatment, and recovery, ethical boundaries can often blur as professionals navigate personal and organizational conflicts of interest. Recognizing, mitigating, and managing these conflicts is vital to transparently maintaining public trust and addressing public health challenges. This interactive workshop, grounded in the Public Health Code of Ethics, provides participants with the knowledge and tools to identify potential conflicts and employ effective strategies to uphold ethical standards in their work. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Identify different types of personal and organizational conflicts of interest that commonly arise in substance misuse prevention. Develop and implement practical strategies to prevent and manage conflicts of interest while remaining committed to public health values. Evaluate case studies involving conflicts of interest in public. PRESENTER Anthony President Master Trainer, International Speaker and author of the book “How You Can Become An Invincible Social Worker: The Real Deal on Beating Burnout in Social Work”, Anthony President has empowered and inspired more than 100,000 people to perform, produce and partner better at their places of work. With his high-energy and signature humor, thousands of companies and organizations have been transformed as a result of Anthony’s work. As Founder and Chief Training Officer for Presidential Consultants, Ohio's #1 Human Services Training Firm, Anthony also lead's a team of award-winning, internationally recognized trainers that deliver impact through training and coaching on a wide range of topics including leadership, diversity, equity & inclusion, workplace safety & wellbeing. *CONTACT HOUR ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for the contact hours and/or certificate of attendance, you must join the live webinar in the Zoom platform. If you are having issues accessing the room or the application at the time of the event: Please email [email protected] at the start of the webinar so that we can assist you.   ACCOMMODATIONS If you are in need of any special accommodations, please notify the Central East PTTC Webinar Team three weeks in advance of the event, or as soon as possible, by emailing [email protected].

Products & Resources

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eNewsletter or Blog
The November 2024 Dialogue contains articles on: Addiction: Cannabis and Cradles: Unveiling the Hidden Risks of Prenatal and Postnatal Exposure Prevention: Celebrating Transgender Awareness Week Opioid Response: Communities in Recovery Additional sections include behavioral health observances, virtual training and webinar events, Region 3 news, and new resources. The Dialogue is designed to inform behavioral and mental health professionals of news and upcoming events in the Central East states. This electronic newsletter is disseminated on the first Tuesday of each month. You are encouraged to provide us with any feedback or submit articles and topics for discussion in future issues of the newsletter. Sign up to receive the Dialogue in your mailbox.
Print Media
Evidence-based prevention is a healthcare investment that can improve the economic well-being of states and communities. Prevention can reduce the societal costs of substance use and even increase individuals’ socioeconomic standing. Raising awareness of prevention’s economic value will help shift the perspectives of people and policymakers who view it as an expense to understanding it as a long-term investment. This resource provides important facts and figures that you can reference when advocating for prevention.
Print Media
Collaboration between prevention and harm reduction can improve health outcomes and expand the reach of services. Harm reduction touches services across the behavioral health continuum of care and can align with prevention strategies. This product explains the importance of collaboration between prevention and harm reduction and identifies potential collaborative opportunities and partners.
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