Description

The VRS-SO consists of a static risk measure, and a dynamic measure. The dynamic measure can also be used with the Static-99R. The advantages of the VRS-SO include its ability to measure changes in sexual reoffense recidivism as a function of treatment change and the static, dynamic, and change scores being mathematically integrated to provide a more precise estimate of risk. The current norms (N = 913) and Excel-based calculator demonstrate good relative predictive validity, and each of the three scores make a unique contribution in the prediction of risk (i.e., incremental; validity; Olver et al., 2018). This one-day workshop will provide an overview of the development, relevant research, administration, scoring, and interpretation of the VRS- SO. Participants will have an opportunity to code the VRS-SO on one sample case to assess risk, identify treatment targets linked to sexual violence, and evaluate treatment changes. This workshop will be suitable to all who provide clinical/risk assessment, treatment, and risk management services to adults who were charged or convicted of sexual offenses, and to all who are interested in assessing change in treatment. 

Course length: 6.5 active learning hours 

Course objectives: At the completion of this educational activity, learners will be able to: 1. Apply the VRS-SO to identify treatment targets (criminogenic needs) for case-by- case treatment planning. 2. Utilize the modified Stages of Change Model of the VRS-SO to assess treatment readiness and measure treatment changes on identified criminogenic needs. 3. Correctly rate the VRS-SO and interpret the results in a sexual risk assessment. 4. Integrate the results from the VRS-SO and the Static-99R to obtain a current estimation of sexual risk. 5. Summarize the relevant research supporting the use of the VRS-SO in a forensic setting. 

Brief Bio: Dr. Kelley has been an SVP evaluator since 2012. She is currently in private practice in Madison and a co-owner of the Forensic Assessment, Training, & Research (FAsTR), LLC. Dr. Kelley is a master trainer of the VRS-SO, and she has been involved in helping to write the VRS-SO User’s Workbook. She is also a co-developer of the SAPROF-SO and a trainer for the Static-99R and SAPROF (original tool). In addition to providing evaluations and training, she volunteers her time conducting research and participating in ATSA as a board member. WATSA is a Washington State DOH approved CE provider. CE Hours earned at this training count towards hours needed to renew your SOTP credential and/or your underlying health care license. We are not an approved provider for organizations such as the APA, NASW, AAFT or NBCC.