This workshop will alert participants to the behaviour of sex offenders and the risk factors that accompany working with families where a sex offender is involved.  It will provide some safety strategies for minimising the risks for children.

What the workshop will cover

• How sex offenders operate
• Characteristics of offenders
• Recognising offender behaviour
• The cycle of offending
• Why prison does not "fix" offenders
• Why traditional counselling does not work
• What treatment is effective?
• Why are children vulnerable?
• What can I do to protect children?

Who should register?
This workshop is particularly suitable for:

• Youth Workers
• Truancy Officers
• Social Workers Community Workers
•  Health Workers
• Family Support Workers
• Iwi Social Services Providers
• Counsellors

This workshop will involve small and large group discussion, lecture and role play. Participants are also encouraged to share their ideas and experiences.

Handouts will be provided and a certificate of attendance will be given to all those completing the workshop.

Workshop times: 9.00am - 4.00pm
Lunch is generally 12.30pm - 1.30pm

Fee per person inclusive of GST:
$243.00 for professional development
$143.00 for community based learning
Morning tea and afternoon tea will be provided
Lunch is not provided

Cancellation and Refund Policies
CPS reserves the right to cancel any workshop due to minimum registrations. Refunds will be given to participants of workshops cancelled by CPS.

Registrations cancelled by participants after registration will incur an administration fee of $50.00. No refunds will be applicable on or after workshop start date