Abstract
ABSTRACT SBIRT is an evidenced-based intervention model designed to reduce substance use. While initially used in medical settings, SBIRT implementation has evolved into non-medical settings with mixed evidence of effectiveness. This exploratory qualitative study sought to understand what factors influence implementation of SBIRT in non-medical settings. Interviews were conducted with 15 practitioners trained in SBIRT. Findings suggest that eight factors influenced SBIRT implementation in these settings, including compatibility of SBIRT with the setting, staff training/staffing, client factors, time, leadership, policy, available resources, and perception of advantage/efficacy of SBIRT. Implications of these findings for social work practice are discussed.
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