Description

Upon completion of this conference, participants will be able to:

1. Identify and articulate the barriers to trauma-informed practices for youth without parental and/or caregiver involvement.
2. Understand differing theoretical perspectives, such as strengths-based perspective, Family Systems Theories, and Developmental Frameworks, alongside evidence-based modalities that can be utilized for the treatment of childhood trauma.
3. Articulate the need for further research to be conducted to show the importance of increased trauma-informed, evidence-based practices for usage with children and adolescents.

Presenter Bio

Jordan M. Yarrington is a Licensed Master Social Worker, Clinical Designation in the State of Michigan. She practices as a Crisis Intervention Specialist with Community Mental Health for Central Michigan, while also having experience as an Outpatient Therapist, Hospital Social Worker, and School Social Worker. She holds a Bachelor’s and a Master of Social Work from Ferris State University. She is a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) candidate at the University of Kentucky College of Social Work. Additional training and certifications include National Certification in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (Tf-CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Brief Strategic Family Therapy (BSFT).

Her Capstone research focuses on the importance of trauma-based interventions for youth without the involvement of caregivers and/or parents. The research demonstrates the importance of alternative evidence-based practices for the treatment of PTSD symptomology in unaccompanied minors, such as those within the foster care or juvenile justice systems. As a Doctoral Candidate, she is elevating her knowledge in clinical social work practices and hopes to bring these back to her rural community in the clinical services that she provides to ensure proper services and resources are available for all youth within the community.

Delivery Method: Live Interactive Training via Zoom Video Conferencing

Credit Hours: 1.0 (ACE)

Target Audience: This conference is intended for social workers and students.

Accreditation: University of Kentucky College of Social Work, Provider # 1377, is approved as an ACE provider to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Regulatory boards are the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. ACE provider approval period: 9/29/25-9/29/28. Social workers participating in this conference will receive up to 15 general continuing education credits.

Claiming CE Credit: Instructions for claiming CE credit will be disseminated at the beginning of each session.

Questions: If you have any questions regarding CE credit or to report a grievance, please contact Christina Krantz at Christina.Krantz@uky.edu. For technical assistance, please contact lmshelp@uky.edu.

Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in these presentations are those of the individual presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of the University of Kentucky or the College of Social Work. The inclusion of any topics, perspectives, or discussions is intended for academic engagement and does not constitute endorsement by the institution.