About Screening, Prevention and Intervention
The Screening, Prevention and Intervention (SPI) project is a training and technical assistance (TA) initiative to support Nevada organizations or jurisdictions to expand and improve capacity for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)/MOUD prevention, treatment, recovery and harm reduction services. Screening, prevention, and intervention are key components of public health strategies aiming to improve and protect health. Screening identifies individuals or groups at risk of health problems and substance use, while prevention focuses on reducing the risk of developing those problems, and intervention provides actions to address existing health and/or substance use issues.
The SPI training and implementation project holds the potential to improve and strengthen Nevada’s public health system by assisting community healthcare workers, criminal justice professionals and adolescent service providers to provide opportunities for screening, prevention and early intervention with at-risk substance users before more severe consequences occur. The SPI project includes no cost to participant in-person and online training, technical assistance to support SPI resources, outreach, and increased opportunities for Nevadans to seek help with OUDs.
On-Demand Videos
This 90-minute virtual webinar introduces participants to core concepts and practical tools for addressing unhealthy alcohol, opioid, and drug use in their service settings.
This 90-minute virtual webinar introduces criminal justice professionals to essential concepts and practical tools for addressing unhealthy alcohol, opioid, and drug use among justice-involved individuals.
This 90-minute virtual webinar introduces adolescent service providers to essential concepts and practical tools for addressing unhealthy alcohol, opioid, and drug use among youth.
Screening, Prevention and Intervention Resources
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Tools & Resources
Reference Guide for Reproductive Health Complicated by Substance Use
The intention for this guide is to provide basic directives for successfully implementing Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT), into the clinical setting. SBIRT, specifically how to apply it to pregnant and non-pregnant persons of reproductive age populations.
Posters
SPI Screening Poster
This poster highlights the role of substance use screening in creating opportunities for early support, prevention, and change.
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SPI Prevention Poster
This poster highlights prevention strategies that support healthier choices and reduce substance-related harms.
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SPI Intervention Poster
This poster highlights a range of intervention and recovery support options, illustrating that there are many paths to change.
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SPI Overall Topic Poster
This poster illustrates how screening, prevention, and intervention strategies support individuals across the continuum of change.
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Talking Tools
Criminal Justice Professional Talking Tool
This talking tool helps criminal justice professionals facilitate conversations about substance use, supervision conditions, risk reduction, and behavior change.
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Criminal Justice Professional Fact Sheet
This fact sheet provides criminal justice professionals with guidance on substance use screening, prevention strategies, and evidence-based interventions.
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Community Healthcare Worker Talking Tools
This talking tool offers guided prompts to support discussions about substance use, motivation, safer use strategies, and recovery goals.
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Community Healthcare Worker Fact Sheet
This fact sheet outlines screening tools, prevention approaches, and overdose prevention strategies for community health workers.
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Adolescent Provider Talking Tools
This toolkit provides structured conversation prompts and exercises to help adolescent service providers engage youth in reducing substance use and making healthier choices.
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Adolescent Provider Fact Sheet
This fact sheet outlines how adolescent service providers can use screening, prevention, and intervention strategies to identify and address substance use early and effectively.
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Care Conversations
Adolescent Service Provider Care Conversation Handout
This resource helps adolescents understand substance use screening, potential health impacts of substances, and options for making informed choices that support their health and well-being.
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Adolescent Service Provider Care Conversation Script
This resource provides adolescent service providers with guidance and conversation prompts for discussing substance use in a supportive and developmentally appropriate ways.
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Criminal Justice Professional Care Conversation Handout
This resource provides information about substance use, health effects, screening, and the many paths available for positive change in criminal justice settings.
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Criminal Justice Professional Care Conversation Script
This resource provides criminal justice professionals with guidance and conversation prompts for discussing substance use in a supportive, person-centered way.
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Community Healthcare Worker Care Conversation Handout
This folded resource card helps individuals understand substance use screening, potential health impacts of substances, and options for making informed choices about their health.
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Community Healthcare Worker Care Conversation Script
This resource outlines practical strategies for community health workers to initiate conversations about substance use and connect individuals with support.
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Publications
Webinars & Online Learning
Current News & Research
Live Events
Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) Champion Training of Trainers *In-Person Only*
The SBIRT Champion Training of Trainers (TOT) program is an advanced professional development opportunity for individuals who are committed to expanding the use of Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) within their organizations and communities. Designed for professionals who have already completed SBIRT training, this program prepares participants to serve as local champions by strengthening their skills in SBIRT education, implementation, and practice improvement.
Participants will explore adult learning principles, training facilitation techniques, implementation strategies, and approaches to sustaining SBIRT within diverse settings. Through interactive learning and peer collaboration, participants will develop a practical plan for advancing SBIRT and supporting colleagues in adopting evidence-informed practices.
Adolescent Alcohol and Substance Use: A Hands‑On SPI Skills Training
This interactive 3-hour workshop equips professionals working with adolescents to recognize, assess, and respond effectively to unhealthy alcohol and drug use among youth. Participants will gain practical experience using validated screening tools, learn foundational Motivational Interviewing skills, and practice delivering brief, evidence-based interventions through live demonstrations, guided practice, and realistic roleplays. The session also explores developmental considerations, stigma reduction strategies, and ways to integrate prevention, early identification, and referral pathways into school based, medical, and community youth serving settings. By the end of the workshop, attendees will leave with increased confidence, concrete skills, and actionable tools to support youth in making healthier choices.
Alcohol and Substance Use in Community Health: SPI Skills for Community Health Workers and Other Health Professionals
This interactive in-person three-hour workshop equips Community Health Workers and other frontline healthcare professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to identify, prevent, and respond to unhealthy alcohol and substance use in their service settings. Designed for primary care, behavioral health, and community-based environments, the training blends foundational education with hands-on practice using validated screening tools and evidence-based brief intervention strategies.
Criminal Justice Skills Training: Alcohol & Substance Use Screening, Prevention, and Brief Intervention
This interactive in-person three-hour workshop equips criminal justice professionals with the knowledge and practical skills needed to identify, prevent, and respond to unhealthy alcohol and substance use among justice involved individuals. Designed for staff working in corrections, probation, parole, reentry, and related environments, the training blends foundational education with hands-on practice using validated screening tools and evidence-based brief intervention strategies.
Screening, Prevention and Intervention On-Demand Videos
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Screening, Prevention and Intervention Live Events
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