Training for Professionals

Educators in the professional training program provide introductory and advanced training for "front-line" professionals. Trainings are tailored to the particular needs of the audience with the goals of raising professionals' awareness about domestic abuse, including the dynamics, definitions, and prevalence; as well as provide tools that encourage professionals to assess abuse, document information when appropriate, and to respond to domestic abuse within their particular role and the context of a coordinated community response.

JBWS has provided education and support to professionals, including:

• Healthcare providers and staff
• Social Service Providers
• Educators and School Counselors
• Pre-professional program students
• Clergy and faith communities
• Law enforcement officers
• Attorneys
• Day-Care Workers
• DYFS Workers
• Therapists
• Court Personnel

To discuss or schedule a professional training or to learn how you can become involved in one of JBWS' Partnership Programs, please contact the Coordinator of Professional Training at 973-267-7520 ext. 121 or training@jbws.org

Professionals planning to make a referral to JBWS for services are welcome to speak first with a JBWS counselor to get more information about the client's options. When possible, provide a safe, confidential place for the client to call the helpline and provide follow-up support after the phone call.