Documenting Peer Support

Mar 15, 2019 | CARES Toolkit, Skills

Speaker:  Ann Rider The guidelines are specific to Medicaid-funded programs and are still applicable to any kind of documentation. In addition to a discussion of Medicaid guidelines, we will present a simple format that works well for peer support in any setting. Bring your questions!

You are unauthorized to view this page.

Core Group Skills for Facilitators

Mar 15, 2019 | CARES Toolkit, Skills

Speaker: Sharon Holmes Have you ever been tasked with running groups without much training on how to begin?   This workshop will take you through the basic steps for setting up and successfully running groups that foster recovery.

You are unauthorized to view this page.

Ethics and Boundaries

Mar 15, 2019 | CARES Toolkit, Empowerment

Speaker:  Beth Gould Experience a solid overview of Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Specialists using real scenarios. This lively workshop was created using the ethical guidelines created by the International Association of Peer Supporters (iNaps), which were developed along with working peer specialists.

You are unauthorized to view this page.

Wellness and Balance in the Workplace

Mar 15, 2019 | CARES Toolkit, Resiliency

Speaker:  Mia Cox As a parent partner in community mental health, being a working professional and single mom, I have learned the importance of having tools to create appropriate work/life balance and maintaining wellness. In this brief introduction to Work -Life Balance and Wellness, we will explore solutions to common challenges such as; taking work […]

You are unauthorized to view this page.

Suicide Prevention

Mar 15, 2019 | CARES Toolkit, Resiliency

Speaker:  Mary Jadwisiak The peers we work with are at increased risk of suicide.  This workshop will provide you with the skills you need to identify when a person may be at risk of suicide and how to respond.  You will learn how to C.A.R.E.  Connect, Ask, Refer, Encourage all within the bounds of your […]

You are unauthorized to view this page.

Advocating for Another with Attention to Young Adults

Mar 15, 2019 | Advocacy, CARES Toolkit

Speaker:  Michaela I. Fissel This webinar will provide a basic overview of what it means to engage in advocacy when delivering peer services, approaches that enhance confidence, self-efficacy, and personal agency; along with self-care strategies to reduce burnout.  Attendees will gain skills for advocating with young adults who experience mental health challenges.

You are unauthorized to view this page.