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SUMMARY:OTP 101 For Community Partners: Collaboration and Connecting Systems of Care
DESCRIPTION:Providing patient-centered care for individuals receiving treatment services for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) requires coordination across healthcare and social service providers. Establishing connections and interagency collaboration among OTPs and community agencies\, such as emergency departments\, skilled nursing facilities\, and correctional institutions\, can support long-term recovery. \nParticipants will hear from Dr. Ruth A. Potee\, a Massachusetts-based addiction medicine physician who speaks nationally on addiction\, substance use\, and the development of the teenage brain to audiences of parents\, students\, medical professionals\, teachers\, school counselors\, emergency medical workers\, courthouse staff\, law enforcement\, correctional officers\, and the general public. \nDr. Potee has tailored this 1-hour webinar to provide key information to providers working with OTPs in Massachusetts. We hope to bridge basic awareness of OTP services with opportunities to partner\, from navigating the 72-hour rule and chain-of-custody delivery to understanding the new flexibility in methadone treatment admissions. \nThis session is designed to leave plenty of time for Dr. Potee to answer your questions. \nWho Should Attend?: All staff (clinical\, administrative\, and support) who work with patients who receive methadone for OUD. \n\nEmergency Departments & Hospitals\nPCPs\, Pharmacies\, & Withdrawal Management\nSkilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)\nJails\, Prisons & Legal Settings\nOBATs & Community Health Centers\nPeer Recovery Centers & Residential Programs\n\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:: \n\nIdentify basic treatment elements of Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs)\nAssess how biases and other barriers affect patient care\nSummarize key changes in OTP patient care\nIdentify opportunities to partner with OTPs\n\nRegister for one of the upcoming sessions (Virtual\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST)\nChoose one session that works best with your schedule. Content for each session will be the same. \nThursday\, February 26\, 2026\nThursday\, April 30\, 2026\nThursday\, June 25\, 2026 \n\nContinuing Education: Continuing education credits are available. Attendees must complete the event evaluation in order to receive educational credits. \nNational Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC): This course has been approved by the Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.0 contact hours of educational credits. NAADAC Provider #255263. Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. is responsible for all aspects of the programming. \nIndividuals participating in educational programs offered by NAADAC Approved Education Providers are assured that the continuing education (CE) hours provided for each course will be accepted toward national credentialing by the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (NCC AP)\, as well as many of the individual state licensing/certification bodies in the addiction and other helping professions. It is at the discretion of the individual to confirm CE acceptance policies with their state licensing/certification board. \nIf you are looking for CEUs that are not NAADAC issued (i.e. CMEs\, Nursing Contact Hours\, Clinical Continuing Education Credits\, American Psychological Association [APA] CE Designation\, LMHC Credits\, Social Work\, etc.)\, please register with for the webinar and you will receive detailed instructions via email.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/partnering-to-ensure-care-coordination-and-quality-a-101-guide-to-collaborating-with-opioid-treatment-programs-otps-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 OTP Virtual Convening
DESCRIPTION:This two-part\, statewide event will bring together OTP professionals from across Massachusetts to explore this year’s theme\, Enhancing Access\, Deepening Impact: Evolving OTP Service Delivery Together. Participants will learn strategies\, share challenges and successes\, and collaborate on real-world solutions. The agenda includes keynote speakers\, regional discussions\, interactive breakouts\, and guided meditations to support learning and connection.  \nThis convening offers CEUs across multiple disciplines. More information is available on the convening event webpage. Certificates will be issued based on attendance and participation. \nVisit the Spring 2026 OTP Virtual Convening page – check back to learn about the sessions\, speakers\, schedule\, CEUs\, and more. \nConvening registration will close at 12:00pm on Monday\, March 30th. Register now!
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/spring-2026-otp-virtual-convening-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convening
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SUMMARY:Spring 2026 OTP Virtual Convening
DESCRIPTION:This two-part\, statewide event will bring together OTP professionals from across Massachusetts to explore this year’s theme\, Enhancing Access\, Deepening Impact: Evolving OTP Service Delivery Together. Participants will learn strategies\, share challenges and successes\, and collaborate on real-world solutions. The agenda includes keynote speakers\, regional discussions\, interactive breakouts\, and guided meditations to support learning and connection.  \nThis convening offers CEUs across multiple disciplines. More information is available on the convening event webpage. Certificates will be issued based on attendance and participation. \nVisit the Spring 2026 OTP Virtual Convening page – check back to learn about the sessions\, speakers\, schedule\, CEUs\, and more. \nConvening registration will close at 12:00pm on Monday\, March 30th. Register now!
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/spring-2026-otp-virtual-convening/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convening
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
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SUMMARY:OTP 101 For Community Partners: Collaboration and Connecting Systems of Care
DESCRIPTION:Providing patient-centered care for individuals receiving treatment services for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) requires coordination across healthcare and social service providers. Establishing connections and interagency collaboration among OTPs and community agencies\, such as emergency departments\, skilled nursing facilities\, and correctional institutions\, can support long-term recovery. \nParticipants will hear from Dr. Ruth A. Potee\, a Massachusetts-based addiction medicine physician who speaks nationally on addiction\, substance use\, and the development of the teenage brain to audiences of parents\, students\, medical professionals\, teachers\, school counselors\, emergency medical workers\, courthouse staff\, law enforcement\, correctional officers\, and the general public. \nDr. Potee has tailored this 1-hour webinar to provide key information to providers working with OTPs in Massachusetts. We hope to bridge basic awareness of OTP services with opportunities to partner\, from navigating the 72-hour rule and chain-of-custody delivery to understanding the new flexibility in methadone treatment admissions. \nThis session is designed to leave plenty of time for Dr. Potee to answer your questions. \nWho Should Attend?: All staff (clinical\, administrative\, and support) who work with patients who receive methadone for OUD. \n\nEmergency Departments & Hospitals\nPCPs\, Pharmacies\, & Withdrawal Management\nSkilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs)\nJails\, Prisons & Legal Settings\nOBATs & Community Health Centers\nPeer Recovery Centers & Residential Programs\n\nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:: \n\nIdentify basic treatment elements of Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs)\nAssess how biases and other barriers affect patient care\nSummarize key changes in OTP patient care\nIdentify opportunities to partner with OTPs\n\nRegister for one of the upcoming sessions (Virtual\, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EST) \nThursday\, February 26\, 2026\nThursday\, April 30\, 2026\nThursday\, June 25\, 2026 \n\nContinuing Education: Continuing education credits are available. Attendees must complete the event evaluation in order to receive educational credits. \nNational Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC): This course has been approved by the Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.0 contact hours of educational credits. NAADAC Provider #255263. Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. is responsible for all aspects of the programming. \nIndividuals participating in educational programs offered by NAADAC Approved Education Providers are assured that the continuing education (CE) hours provided for each course will be accepted toward national credentialing by the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (NCC AP)\, as well as many of the individual state licensing/certification bodies in the addiction and other helping professions. It is at the discretion of the individual to confirm CE acceptance policies with their state licensing/certification board.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/partnering-to-ensure-care-coordination-and-quality-a-101-guide-to-collaborating-with-opioid-treatment-programs-otps/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20260202T220500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T142650Z
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SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with Samson Teklemariam
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This session will continue the conversation around self-care and addiction treatment with Samson Teklemariam. Samson will dive deeper into the vicarious trauma toolkit introduced in the Self-Care in Addiction Treatment: Addressing Burnout and Vicarious Trauma webinar\, offering practical ways to apply these strategies in your work. \nThis is an open\, intimate space to share your successes\, ideas\, and questions. We’ve carved out dedicated time for questions regarding the webinar\, the tools\, or anything for Samson in general as a clinician and SME. \nJoin our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-with-samson-teklemariam/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251218T232519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T195852Z
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SUMMARY:Self-Care in Addiction Treatment: Addressing Burnout and Vicarious Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Feeling burned out? You’re not alone. 93% of behavioral health employees have recently experienced burnout\, according to the National Council on Mental Wellbeing. Join Samson Teklemariam\, LPC\, CPTM for this interactive training on preventing and recovering from burnout\, compassion fatigue\, and vicarious trauma. While staying healthy and self-aware is a professional requirement for helping those in need\, the reality is that many addiction professionals find it difficult to prioritize their own care. This session uses evidence-based tools and interactive exercises to help you assess your current burnout level and create a realistic\, personalized approach to professional wellness. \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nExamine practical applications for the 8 domains of self-care in addiction treatment and recovery settings.\nCreate an individualized vicarious trauma prevention toolbox that will include prevention skills\, intervention strategies\, and recovery steps.\nDescribe best practices for self-care as an addiction professional.\n\nSamson Teklemariam\, LPC\, CPTM is a nationally recognized clinical leader in Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs) and a trusted voice in advancing patient-centered responses to the opioid crisis. As Vice President of Clinical Services for Behavioral Health Group\, he oversees integrated counseling and treatment services across 22 states\, leading the transformation of traditional OTP models into clinically engaged systems of care. Formerly NAADAC’s Director of Training and Professional Development\, Samson collaborated with SAMHSA and HRSA on national workforce initiatives and is known for translating policy\, data\, and evidence-based practice into practical strategies that strengthen OTP teams and improve patient outcomes. \nContinuing Education: Continuing education credits are available. Attendees must complete the event evaluation in order to receive educational credits. \nNational Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC): This course has been approved by the Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.0 contact hours of educational credits. NAADAC Provider #255263. Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. is responsible for all aspects of the programming. \nIndividuals participating in educational programs offered by NAADAC Approved Education Providers are assured that the continuing education (CE) hours provided for each course will be accepted toward national credentialing by the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (NCC AP)\, as well as many of the individual state licensing/certification bodies in the addiction and other helping professions. It is at the discretion of the individual to confirm CE acceptance policies with their state licensing/certification board.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/self-care-in-addiction-treatment-addressing-burnout-and-vicarious-trauma/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20260116T205840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T223839Z
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SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with Eileen Rush
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! Gain access to the following valuable resources\, created in response to the SAMHSA Final Rule (Part 8) and DPH Guidance. \n\nScreening Exam Form\nIndividualized Patient Counseling Plan\nMonthly Take Home Assessment Form\n\nThis week’s session will be facilitated by Eileen Rush\, LMHC. Rush has served as the Program Director at North Charles OTP in Cambridge since 2012\, bringing extensive experience in regulatory work and clinical leadership. \nThis is is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-with-eileen-rush/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251217T215008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T162701Z
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SUMMARY:Conflict Resolution: Strategies for Your OTP Team
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical learning session with Dr. Peter Fifield on the foundations of conflict resolution.  This 1-hour session offers real-world examples and attainable practices that OTPs can apply to positively influence conflict resolution.  \nKey concepts covered: \n\nVerbal and Non Verbal Communication\nTrauma Informed Environmental Factors\nAVADE (™) Basics\n\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nList 2-3 foundations of conflict resolution\nIdentify trauma-informed approaches to environmental factors in the OTP setting\nAssess how verbal and non-verbal communication affects relationships\n\nPeter Fifield\, Ed.D MLADC\, LCMHC is the Director of Behavioral Health Services at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover\, NH. He has a doctoral degree from the University of New England and is dual licensed in NH as a clinical mental health counselor and a master licensed alcohol and drug counselor. Peter has been a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers since 2011. For over twenty years he has been working in the field of trauma-informed integrated behavioral health and the treatment of co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/conflict-resolution-strategies-for-your-otp-team/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T143000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251204T201104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T151611Z
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SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour: Community Conversation on Direct Admissions
DESCRIPTION:This open discussion will be co-facilitated by Sasha Bianchi\, MPH\, Director of the OTP TTA Center\, and Donna Beers\, MSN\, RN-BC\, CARN\, Associate Director\, Hospital-Based Substance Use Disorder Care TTA at Boston Medical Center. We want to hear from staff about what’s preventing streamlined direct admissions\, what’s working well\, and what would make the process more feasible. No preparation is needed. \nShare Your Experience Through our Direct Admissions Survey\nThis brief survey allows you to provide feedback about barriers\, successes\, and needed support related to direct admissions. \nTake the Survey on Direct Admissions at Your OTP\nYour participation\, whether through the survey\, the conversation\, or both\, will ensure that the realities of OTP operations inform the resources and support being developed for the field. \nJoin our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-community-conversation-on-direct-admissions/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251222T214913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T205625Z
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SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with Anthony English
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! Gain access to the following valuable resources at this week’s session\, facilitated by Anthony English:  \n\nSplit Dose Scenarios\nMethadone Induction (rapid induction vs when to avoid rapid induction)\nMethadone Dose Adjustment Requests\nBHN Methadone Missed Dose Policy\nMissed Methadone Doses – Without Daily Fentanyl Use\nMissed Methadone Doses – With Daily Fentanyl Use\nMethadone Missed Dose – Calculator\n\nThis is is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-with-anthony-english/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251117T205006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T212503Z
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SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with Dr. Shannon Smith-Bernardin
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-with-shannon-smith-bernardin/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251114T213333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T171405Z
UID:10000041-1765976400-1765980000@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:Alcohol Harm Reduction Strategies for Opioid Treatment Programs
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how alcohol harm reduction strategies can meaningfully support patient recovery within OTPs.  \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify at least two alcohol harm reduction strategies that can be used in practice\nDemonstrate effective ways to engage patients and colleagues in dialogue around alcohol using a harm reduction approach \nDescribe how integrating alcohol harm reduction strategies enhances recovery for OTP patients\n\nDr. Shannon Smith-Bernardin PhD\, RN\, CNL is a registered nurse researcher\, educator\, consultant\, and health care practitioner. Since 2006 Shannon has worked in healthcare for people experiencing homeless\, with expertise in sobering centers for the care of acutely intoxicated adults\, alcohol harm reduction\, managed alcohol programs\, medical respite/ recuperative care\, and street-based homeless engagement teams. Shannon has expertise in health services research\, program development\, and policy efforts.  She is a nurse scientist at UCSF School of Nursing and Co-Founder & Immediate Past President of the National Sobering Collaborative\, 501(c)3 nonprofit. \nContinuing Education: Continuing education credits are available. Attendees must complete the event evaluation in order to receive educational credits. \nNational Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC): This course has been approved by the Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.0 contact hours of educational credits. NAADAC Provider #255263. Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. is responsible for all aspects of the programming. \nIndividuals participating in educational programs offered by NAADAC Approved Education Providers are assured that the continuing education (CE) hours provided for each course will be accepted toward national credentialing by the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (NCC AP)\, as well as many of the individual state licensing/certification bodies in the addiction and other helping professions. It is at the discretion of the individual to confirm CE acceptance policies with their state licensing/certification board.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/alcohol-harm-reduction-strategies-for-opioid-treatment-programs/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251006T192818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T150802Z
UID:10000037-1764853200-1764856800@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with Beth Lafontaine
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-with-beth-lafontaine/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251006T192726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T214713Z
UID:10000036-1763643600-1763647200@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with Dr. Peter Fifield
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo registration or formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-with-dr-peter-fifield/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251006T193234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T203435Z
UID:10000038-1763470800-1763474400@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:Motivational Interviewing: Increasing Your Odds for Change
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide a review of motivational interviewing (MI)\, a collaborative approach to communication used to promote change. Key concepts that will be covered include the “spirit” of MI\, which emphasizes collaboration\, acceptance\, compassion\, and evocation. The presentation will also detail how MI helps people resolve their ambivalence about change and will discuss specific tools and strategies for dialogue\, such as different forms of reflection and managing discord. The webinar will highlight the effectiveness of MI in eliciting “Change Talk” from clients\, which in turn leads to more successful change. \nKey concepts covered: \n\nThe “spirit” of Motivational Interviewing (MI) collaboration\, acceptance\, compassion\, and evocation\nHow MI helps resolve ambivalence about change\nSpecific tools and strategies for dialogue\, including reflection and managing discord\nEffectiveness of MI in eliciting “Change Talk” from clients\n\nBy the end of the session\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify at least three tools or strategies for dialogue with OTP patients\nImplement MI techniques that will elicit “change talk”\nDescribe the ways MI helps address ambivalence\n\nContinuing Education: Continuing education credits are available. Attendees must complete the event evaluation in order to receive educational credits. \nNational Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC): This course has been approved by the Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.0 contact hours of educational credits. NAADAC Provider #255263. Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. is responsible for all aspects of the programming. \nIndividuals participating in educational programs offered by NAADAC Approved Education Providers are assured that the continuing education (CE) hours provided for each course will be accepted toward national credentialing by the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (NCC AP)\, as well as many of the individual state licensing/certification bodies in the addiction and other helping professions. It is at the discretion of the individual to confirm CE acceptance policies with their state licensing/certification board.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/motivational-interviewing-increasing-your-odds-for-change/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251006T192537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T195841Z
UID:10000035-1762434000-1762437600@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour and Introduction to the Quality of Care Virtual Toolkit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nThe Quality of Care Toolkit was developed based on staff feedback\, patient experience data\, and regulatory guidance. It’s designed to help address common challenges\, share promising practices\, and support programs in enhancing service access and overall quality. \nNo registration or formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-virtual-toolkit/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250915T192045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T192045Z
UID:10000032-1761224400-1761228000@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with MCPAP for Moms
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo registration or formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-with-mcpap-for-moms/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250811T200047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T201808Z
UID:10000028-1761051600-1761055200@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:MCPAP for Moms: Addressing SUDs and Mental Health Needs in Perinatal Individuals
DESCRIPTION:By the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the services and resources offered by MCPAP for Moms\, including provider consultations\, resource referrals\, and patient outreach.\nIdentify the prevalence and impact of perinatal mental health conditions and substance use disorders\, with attention to disparities among different racial and ethnic groups.\nAccess and navigate key community and national resources available to support perinatal individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges.\n\nContinuing Education: Continuing education credits are available. Attendees must complete the event evaluation in order to receive educational credits. \nNational Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC): This course has been approved by the Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.0 contact hours of educational credits. NAADAC Provider #255263. Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. is responsible for all aspects of the programming. \nIndividuals participating in educational programs offered by NAADAC Approved Education Providers are assured that the continuing education (CE) hours provided for each course will be accepted toward national credentialing by the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (NCC AP)\, as well as many of the individual state licensing/certification bodies in the addiction and other helping professions. It is at the discretion of the individual to confirm CE acceptance policies with their state licensing/certification board.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/mcpap-for-moms-addressing-suds-and-mental-health-needs-in-perinatal-individuals/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20251006T191415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T191810Z
UID:10000034-1760014800-1760018400@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with Anthony English
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo registration or formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-with-anthony-english-oct-9/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250908T211223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T203933Z
UID:10000031-1758805200-1758808800@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour: Interested in Presenting at the 2026 Convening?
DESCRIPTION:An open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! On September 25th we held open office hours for anyone interested in learning more about the Spring 2026 OTP Virtual Convening (March 31 & April 1) and presenter process. \nThis session included a short (about 20 min) presentation with an overview of the convening\, what we’re looking for in proposals\, and a step-by-step walk-through of the application. The rest of the time was dedicated to Q&A. \nSee the reference page for interested presenters for the 2026 Convening.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-interested-in-presenting-at-the-2026-convening/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250825T210328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T210739Z
UID:10000020-1758200400-1758204000@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with EMO Health
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo registration or formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-emo-health/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250811T195911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T195405Z
UID:10000027-1758027600-1758031200@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:Naloxone Distribution in OTP Settings with EMO Health
DESCRIPTION:Access to naloxone remains core to providing patient-centered care in OTPs. This webinar will provide practical guidance for OTP staff on how to strengthen naloxone distribution\, from understanding the law to navigating pharmacy benefits and improving workflows.  \nParticipants will hear from the team at EMO Health: \nShawnna Smith\, LICSW\, Director of Substance Use Disorder Services: Shawnna has over a decade of experience across community health\, correctional facilities\, and addiction treatment settings\, with a focus on advancing human rights and social justice. \nElthea Sykes\, PharmD\, RPh\, Greater Boston Regional Pharmacist: Elthea brings extensive experience serving patients with co-occurring psychiatric and substance use disorders\, including leadership as a pharmacy manager in inpatient psychiatric care. \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nSummarize the law regarding naloxone distribution in substance disorder facilities and explain the legal requirements for OTPs\nDescribe how OTPs can help patients utilize the pharmacy benefits\nIdentify best practices and a potential workflow for distribution\n\nContinuing Education: Continuing education credits are available. Attendees must complete the event evaluation in order to receive educational credits. \nNational Association of Addiction Professionals (NAADAC): This course has been approved by the Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. as a NAADAC Approved Education Provider\, for 1.0 contact hours of educational credits. NAADAC Provider #255263. Center for Excellence on Addiction at JSI Research & Training Institute\, Inc. is responsible for all aspects of the programming. \nIndividuals participating in educational programs offered by NAADAC Approved Education Providers are assured that the continuing education (CE) hours provided for each course will be accepted toward national credentialing by the National Certification Commission for Addiction Professionals (NCC AP)\, as well as many of the individual state licensing/certification bodies in the addiction and other helping professions. It is at the discretion of the individual to confirm CE acceptance policies with their state licensing/certification board.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/naloxone-distribution-in-otp-settings/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250616T194607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T210728Z
UID:10000022-1756990800-1756994400@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour with Anthony English
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo registration or formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-anthony-english/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250728T192539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T181820Z
UID:10000026-1755608400-1755612000@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:Words Matter: Stigma and Language in the OTP Context
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a thought-provoking webinar with Andrea Macone (BSAS) and Michael Jellison (MGH)  as they explore how the language we use shapes public perceptions of substance use and recovery. Through real-world examples and open discussion\, the speakers will address key questions such as: \n\nWhy do words matter?\nIn what situations can they matter most?\nAre there times you would adjust your language depending on the audience?\nWhat are some practical action steps for staff at Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs)?\n\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe the impact of language in framing what the public thinks about substance use and recovery\nGive examples of alternatives to stigmatizing language\nGet answers to questions about how to discuss substance use with your community using an affirming and strengths-based approach
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/words-matter-stigma-and-language-in-the-otp-context/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Roundtable,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250722T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250616T195816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T175729Z
UID:10000025-1753189200-1753192800@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:Patient-Centered Care in OTPs: Aligning Practice with Federal Guidelines
DESCRIPTION:OTPs are uniquely positioned to deliver a full continuum of outpatient and intensive outpatient services\, ensuring a patient-centered continuity of care as individuals move through recovery. \nThis webinar will explore how the fourth edition of The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria can be effectively applied within OTP settings to support best practices in holistic substance use disorder (SUD) treatment. \nParticipants will learn about The ASAM Criteria’s six assessment dimensions and how they are used to determine patient needs\, guide clinical decision-making\, develop treatment plans\, and deliver person-centered care. The session will highlight how aligning OTP services with ASAM-guided treatment planning can improve patient engagement\, enhance care coordination\, and support long-term recovery. \nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the six dimensions of The ASAM Criteria\, and explain their role in individualized assessment and treatment planning in OTPs.\nDescribe how applying The ASAM Criteria supports patient-centered care and aligns with recent regulatory changes at OTPs.\nDiscuss how OTPs are well-equipped to deliver patient-driven care that adapts as patients move through different stages of treatment.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/implementing-person-centered-care-using-the-american-society-of-addiction-medicine-asam-criteria/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250616T194519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T194519Z
UID:10000023-1750942800-1750946400@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:OTP Staff Discussion Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open forum designed specifically for OTP staff! This is a casual\, drop-in event where you can: \n\nChat with OTP colleagues about challenges\, wins\, and creative solutions\nDiscover helpful resources and best practices from other OTPs\nBuild new connections and strengthen our OTP community\n\nNo registration or formal agenda—just drop in\, join the conversation\, and take what’s helpful to you. Join our listserv to receive details to access the session and updates on the latest events & resources.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/otp-staff-discussion-hour-2/2025-06-26/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250522T224755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T175411Z
UID:10000024-1750165200-1750168800@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:Program Experiences – Enhancing Infectious Disease Services in the OTP Setting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar on infectious disease services in Opioid Treatment Programs (OTPs). The session will begin with an overview of the DPH Best Practice Memo on Infectious Disease Testing and Linkage to Care in OTPs\, followed by two guest presenters\, from Everest Recovery and Lowell Comprehensive Treatment Center\, who will discuss their experience receiving infectious disease technical assistance over the past year. They will share their current workflows for infectious disease testing and linkage to care\, along with their notable successes and challenges in this area. Come with questions about infectious disease care and a readiness to share what’s been working well or been challenging at your practice! \nBy the end of this roundtable\, participants will be able to: \n\nSummarize the MA DPH Best Practice Memo\nExamine infectious disease testing programs at two MA OTPs\nAssess opportunities for enhancing infectious disease testing at their practice
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/program-experiences-enhancing-infectious-disease-services-in-the-otp-setting/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Roundtable,Webinar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250425T142512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T122642Z
UID:10000002-1747137600-1747153800@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:May 2025 OTP Convening on Patient-Centered Care
DESCRIPTION:This two-part\, statewide virtual convening brought together Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) professionals from across Massachusetts to explore patient-centered care strategies\, share challenges and successes\, and collaborate on real-world solutions. The agenda includes keynote speakers\, regional discussions\, interactive breakouts\, and guided meditations to support learning and connection. This convening offers up to 6.0 CEUs across multiple disciplines. Certificates will be issued based on attendance and participation. \nVisit the Virtual Convening – May 2025 OTP Convening on Patient-Centered Care page to learn about the sessions\, speakers\, schedule\, and more.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/may-2025-otp-convening-on-patient-centered-care-2/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convening
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250506T163000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250403T124846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T122725Z
UID:10000001-1746532800-1746549000@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:May 2025 OTP Convening on Patient-Centered Care
DESCRIPTION:This two-part\, statewide virtual convening brought together Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) professionals from across Massachusetts to explore patient-centered care strategies\, share challenges and successes\, and collaborate on real-world solutions. The agenda includes keynote speakers\, regional discussions\, interactive breakouts\, and guided meditations to support learning and connection. This convening offers up to 6.0 CEUs across multiple disciplines. Certificates will be issued based on attendance and participation. \nVisit the Virtual Convening – May 2025 OTP Convening on Patient-Centered Care page to learn about the sessions\, speakers\, schedule\, and more.
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/may-2025-otp-convening-on-patient-centered-care/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Convening
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250416T140000
DTSTAMP:20260531T114904
CREATED:20250404T005458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T005718Z
UID:10000011-1744808400-1744812000@massotptraining.org
SUMMARY:Staff Discussion Hour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a casual\, staff-led drop-in session designed to connect OTP staff across programs. These open forums are a space to share challenges\, celebrate wins\, exchange ideas\, and learn from each other—no registration or agenda required. Just drop in and join the conversation!
URL:https://massotptraining.org/event/staff-discussion-hour-4/
LOCATION:Virtual\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Office Hour
END:VEVENT
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