Service Description

This interactive 3-hour workshop combines two powerful frameworks: Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Supported Decision-Making (SDM) to help professionals engage people with disability in meaningful, person-led decisions. Through case studies, live demonstrations, and hands-on activities, participants will learn how to: • Use MI micro-skills (OARS, DARN-C, DEARS) to enhance motivation and readiness for change. • Support choice and autonomy through the Choose–Act–Review cycle of SDM. • Communicate complex options clearly using plain language, visuals, and teach-back. • Recognise and prevent undue influence while maintaining safety and dignity. • Embed MI and SDM into everyday PBS and allied health practice. Who it's for: Anybody supporting people with disability, and who want to strengthen their communication, collaboration, and ethical decision-making skills. This includes (but is not limited to) allied health professionals, nurses, physiotherapists, social workers, positive behaviour support practitioners, therapy assistants, coordinators and disability support workers. Learning outcomes: By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to: • Apply MI micro-skills to increase engagement and reduce resistance. • Facilitate supported decision-making conversations that honour the person’s will and preferences. • Integrate MI + SDM approaches into behaviour support planning, goal setting, and supervision. Workshop highlights: • Practical role-plays using real case scenarios • Ready-to-use SDM templates and MI job aids • Guidance on documentation and ethical safeguards • Resources for team implementation and quality review