Managing ADHD and Difficult Behaviours in Out-of-home-care

Practical, trauma-informed strategies for supporting young people with ADHD in residential care.

Last updated: 24 Nov 2024

Building knowledge and confidence in caring for young people with ADHD

This interactive and engaging training is designed for residential carers to assist them in their working knowledge and confidence caring for young people with ADHD.
The focus will be on providing practical, trauma informed strategies that can be applied in the workplace to improve outcomes for both carers and the young people in their care. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and engage with the material in a supportive environment.

About the Trainer

This training is provided through the Victorian ADHD Foundation and will be delivered by Dr Amanda Mullins. Dr Mullins, MAPS, FCCLP, is a Doctor of Clinical Psychology, a practicing clinical psychologist, a board approved external supervisor and an expert in ADHD and related conditions.

Learning outcomes

  • Understanding ADHD: Common challenges and behaviours associated.
  • Differentiating ADHD from other challenges.
  • Managing Difficult Behaviours: Understanding triggers.
  • De-escalation techniques for managing difficult behaviours.
  • Positive Behaviour Support strategies.

Intended audience

The Residential Care workforce.

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Two-part workshop online – 3.5 hours each, or in person 6.5 hour workshop.

This interactive and engaging training is designed for residential carers to assist them in their working knowledge and confidence caring for young people with ADHD.

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