ATTC Network Orientation August 26-27. 2008

ATTC Network OrientationAugust 26-27. 2008

An Overview of the NetworkMary Beth Johnson

Aug. 26, 2008

WHAT’S IN A NAME…

Technology transfer is:a) Moving a computer from point A to point Bb) Using the internet for all sorts of cool stuff

OR

WHAT’S IN A NAME…c) “…the systematic process through which skills,

techniques, models, and approaches emanating from research are delivered to and applied by practitioners. Technology transfer also involves organizational change processes directed toward the diffusion of innovation using interpersonal strategies and the assessment and enhancement of motivation for change.” RFA, 2007, Page 57

•Empowered by SAMHSA/CSAT to improve addiction treatment by

Raising AwarenessBuilding Skills

Changing Practicein partnership with the SSAs, Tx providers, counselors, faith and recovery community leaders, other state and Federal agencies, multlidisciplinary professionals, family members of those in recovery & other stakeholders…

We are the great collaborators!

THE ATTC NETWORK IS…

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• 1993: 11 Regional Centers were first funded by CSAT to serve 22 states

• 1998: 13 Regional Centers and a National Office was funded for the first time

• 2002 Network: 14 Regional Centers and a National Office serve all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands and the Pacific Trust Territories

• 2007: Refunded by CSAT through 2012 to serve all states and territories

Our History

ATTC VISION

The ATTC Network is recognized as a national leader in preparing addictions treatment professionals and systems to implement culturally-sensitive, evidence-based services which bring about sustained recovery.

ATTC MISSION• To improve treatment outcomes through

the use of research-based practices by raising awareness of those practices, building the skills of the workforce, and cultivating the systemic changes necessary for successful implementation.

TO SURVIVE THIS ORIENTATION YOU MUST KNOW…

• SAMHSA• CSAT• SSA• NIDA• NIAAA• ATTC• ONDCP• ROSC (Recovery Based

Care, Recovery Oriented Care, etc.)

• RFA• HHS

WHERE WE ARE ON THE ORG CHART…

Keep G

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Relationship within U.S. Government

Addiction Technology Transfer Center Network

SAMHSA--Eric Broderick, D.D.S., M.P.H

President: George W. Bush

United States Cabinet

Department of Health & Human Services

Center for Substance Abuse TreatmentW. Westley Clark, M.D., J.D., M.P.H.

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ATTC Network 2007-2012

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How the Network Does Its Work

National Initiatives•Coordinate Network-wide Activities• Develop Network Strategic Plan•Coordinate and staff Network Workgroups•Design/implement Network wide products•Collaborate on Cross-ATTC Projects•Partner with ATTC Advisory Group and other stakeholders•Promote & Market Network Products

Regional Initiatives•Conduct State & Regionally Specific Activities•Conduct State Needs Assessments•Develop Work Plans Based on Needs Assessments•Respond to needs of SSAs & Other State/Regional Stakeholders•Design/implement products to meet needs •Partner with Regional Advisory Group •Engage in Cross-ATTC Projects

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ATTC Network Priority Areas

• Workforce Development• Technology Transfer and Systems Change• Performance Monitoring and Quality Improvement• Recovery Based Care• Communication and Network Development

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Characteristics of all Regional Centers

• Focus primarily on front-line addictions counselors and clinical supervisors, but also serve multi-disciplinary groups

• Address multi-system issues• Provide education and training• Work to improve standards and

policies in the field

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Unique Aspects of Regional Centers

• Location

• Target Audience/Discipline

• Educational Focus

• Systems Focus

• Staff Expertise

TARGET AUDIENCE

• The Network’s primary audience is front-line counselors in specialty settings or those preparing for such careers and their clinical supervisors 65% of services targeted to this primary

audience 35% may be directed toward multidisciplinary

specialties

BREAK!