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SUMMARY:Peer Support in Re-Entry
DESCRIPTION:The Mental Health Association of South MS is pleased to offer this training for Peer Support Specialists.\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker: Keith Windsor\n \nDescription:  The role of the Peer Support Specialist in Re-entry from jails\, prisons\, and hospitals will be discussed. Session will also address overcoming barriers and recognizing the unique value of Peer Support Specialists with prior justice involvement.\n\n\nContinuing Education hours are available for the following credentials: \nDMH Certified Peer Support Specialist\, DMH Addictions Therapist\, DMH Community Support Specialist\, DMH Mental Health Therapist\, Licensed DMH Administrator and DMH IDD Therapist. If your credential is not listed\, an Attendance Certificate can be provided upon request.\n\nLocation: Virtually via Zoom.\nQuestions or additional information: Sandra Morrison at mhatraining1@gmail.com\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/peer-support-in-re-entry/
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Drop In Family Support Time
DESCRIPTION:This hour is open for any family member to drop in for all or some of the time to share any concerns or get feedback from others about handling different situations. We ask anyone who stops by to respect the confidentiality of the group and not share anything discussed in the group outside of the group. \nDoes your school ever call and ask you to come pick up your child who has an IEP because your child is upset? \nHas the school told you to take your child for an evaluation and not bring them back to school until you get an evaluation? \nDo you ever wonder if your child needs an IEP? Does your child have an IEP and you wonder whether or not it is working? \nIf you said yes to any of these questions\, or you have other questions about things going on in your child’s school\, then come join us. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/drop-in-family-support-time-24/
CATEGORIES:Meeting,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230907T133000
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SUMMARY:Getting Candid: Practical Guidance for Framing the Conversation Around Youth Substance Use Prevention
DESCRIPTION:National Council\, with support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention \nLearn how to create the space for meaningful conversations by attending a free 90-minute workshop. Getting Candid: Framing The Conversation Around Youth Substance Use Prevention Message Guide and Toolkit from the National Council\, with support from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\, will increase provider confidence and skill in youth prevention conversations. This virtual workshop includes engagement strategies for building trust\, gleaning insights\, framing conversations around substance use prevention\, and updating the foundational project research\, substance-specific messages\, and newly released resources. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/getting-candid-practical-guidance-for-framing-the-conversation-around-youth-substance-use-prevention/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T120000
DTSTAMP:20230829T233356Z
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SUMMARY:Process Addictions
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Association of South MS \nSpeaker: Dr. Damien Thomas\n \nThe Mental Health Association of South MS is pleased to offer this training for Peer Support Specialists. \n\n\nContinuing Education hours are available for the following credentials: \nDMH Certified Peer Support Specialist\, DMH Addictions Therapist\, DMH Community Support Specialist\, DMH Mental Health Therapist\, Licensed DMH Administrator and DMH IDD Therapist. If your credential is not listed\, an Attendance Certificate can be provided upon request.\n\n\nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/process-addictions/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T110000
DTSTAMP:20230829T211412Z
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SUMMARY:Supporting the Transition to College for Youth With Psychosis: A Case-Based Discussion
DESCRIPTION:National Training & Technical Assistance Center \nThis session is an ECHO format case-based discussion covering the process of assessing readiness for college\, accessing accommodations\, and preparing youth\, with a history of psychosis\, to transition to college. Many young people are interested in higher education but are unsure of what that may look like\, after receiving a diagnosis of a primary psychotic disorder. We hope to equip attendees with basic knowledge of psychosis spectrum disorders\, considerations for a transition to college\, and resources for supporting these young adults to achieve success! \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the definition of psychosis and psychosis spectrum disorders\nList at least three life skills that young adults should be able to manage independently\, prior to transitioning to college\nList at least three characteristics of a college that should be considered in determining a best fit school for a young adult with psychosis\nList at least three potential college accommodations that could be beneficial for a young adult with psychosis\nAccess resources for young adults with psychosis\n\nIntended Audience \nAnyone working with or supporting young adults with psychosis. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/supporting-the-transition-to-college-for-youth-with-psychosis-a-case-based-discussion/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T130000
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SUMMARY:SAMHSA's Office of Recovery Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Recovery and the National Federation of Families \nNational Recovery Month (Recovery Month) is a national observance held every September to promote and support new evidence-based treatment and recovery practices\, the nation’s strong and proud recovery community\, and the dedication of service providers and communities who make recovery in all its forms possible. \nOn Friday. September 8th\, from 1:00 – 2:00 pm ET\, the Office of Recovery is proud to present a webinar titled “Recovery is a Family Affair: The Power of Family Peer Support\,” co-led by Carol Cecil and Barb Greene from Kentucky Partnership for Families and Children (KPFC) – a statewide affiliate of the National Federation of Families. \nRegister now to hear these two dynamic presenters as they share how family peer specialists are instrumental in providing valuable family support in the recovery journey. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/samhsas-office-of-recovery-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230911
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230916
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SUMMARY:Peer Support Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver raising or raising a child aged 0-21 who has mental health or behavioral health challenges? Would you like to use your lived experience to help another parent who is on the same journey?\n\nThen being a parent peer supporter may be for you! \n\n\nWhat is Parent Peer Support? Parent peer support is a parent/caregiver or using their lived experience to support another parent/caregiver who is going through similar experiences.\nWho Can Be a Parent Peer Supporter? A parent peer supporter is a biological parent\, adoptive parent\, or caregiver with legal custody who is currently raising or has raised a child with these characteristics:\n\nThe child is currently between the ages of 0-21\, or was when they first began having challenges.\nThe child has an emotional\, social\, behavioral or substance use disability.\n The child received services in or navigated the mental health or a related system (for example\, a child with an IEP related to behavior issues at school).\n\nHow Do I Become a Parent Peer Supporter? The Department of Mental Health certifies parent peer supporters in the mental health system.\nUpcoming training:\n\nSeptember 11-15\, 2023 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: August 14\, 2023)\nNovember 13-17\, 2023 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: October 16\, 2023)\nJanuary 8-14\, 2024 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: December 4\, 2023)\nMarch 18-22\, 2024 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: February 16\, 2024)\nMay 13-17\, 2024 – Virtual Training (Application Deadline: April 12\, 2024)\n\n\nClick here for the application packet. \n\n\nWho Should Take the Training?\nAny parent or caregiver who is raising a child who has challenges and:\n\nIs interested in working for a community mental health center or another agency certified by the Department of Mental Health. Completing the training does not guarantee you a job\, but it helps ensure you’ll be ready for one.\nIs interested in doing part-time contractual work for Families as Allies. We are building our pool of contractual employees.\nSupports parents in any system. This training will strengthen your skills and help you network with other parent peer supporters.\nWould like to learn how to support other parents in the same shoes in any child-serving system. We currently have funds to pay training stipends to parents who are—or have been—involved in the youth court system and would like to learn how to support other parents going through the same thing. Contact us at 601-355-0915 or info@faams.org to learn more.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/peer-support-training-10/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T120000
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SUMMARY:Human Trafficking\, Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Association of South MS \n\nThe Mental Health Association of South MS is pleased to offer this training for Peer Support Specialists.  \n\n \nSeptember 14\, 2023\n9:00 am  – 12:00 pm  \n\nSpeaker: Dr. Kimberly Hogan\n \nContinuing Education hours are available for the following credentials:\n\nDMH Certified Peer Support Specialist\, DMH Addictions Therapist\, DMH Community Support Specialist\, DMH Mental Health Therapist\, Licensed DMH Administrator and DMH IDD Therapist. If your credential is not listed\, an Attendance Certificate can be provided upon request.\n\n\n\nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/human-trafficking-part-1/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230914T123000
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SUMMARY:Early Intervention: Due Process
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training And Information Center \nThis training will cover due process complaints and due process hearings for agencies that have adopted IDEA Part C procedures. Learn the IDEA Part C procedures that affect timelines\, time limits\, and other requirements for due process complaints. Join MSPTI and find out the requirements your state follows. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/early-intervention-due-process/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230915T120000
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SUMMARY:Mandated Reporting
DESCRIPTION:The Mental Health Association of South MS is pleased to offer this training for Peer Support Specialists. \nSpeaker: Dr. Damien Thomas\n\nContinuing Education hours are available for the following credentials: \nDMH Certified Peer Support Specialist\, DMH Addictions Therapist\, DMH Community Support Specialist\, DMH Mental Health Therapist\, Licensed DMH Administrator and DMH IDD Therapist. If your credential is not listed\, an Attendance Certificate can be provided upon request.\n\nLocation: Virtually via Zoom.\nQuestions or additional information: Sandra Morrison at mhatraining1@gmail.com\n\n\nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/mandated-reporting/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230918T120000
DTSTAMP:20230829T232637Z
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SUMMARY:Human Trafficking\, Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Mental Health Association of South MS \n\nThe Mental Health Association of South MS is pleased to offer this training for Peer Support Specialists.  \n \n\nSpeaker: Dr. Kimberly Hogan\n \nContinuing Education hours are available for the following credentials:\n\nDMH Certified Peer Support Specialist\, DMH Addictions Therapist\, DMH Community Support Specialist\, DMH Mental Health Therapist\, Licensed DMH Administrator and DMH IDD Therapist. If your credential is not listed\, an Attendance Certificate can be provided upon request.\n\n\n\nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/human-trafficking-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T010000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T010000
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SUMMARY:Care Transitions Practices for Suicidal Individuals
DESCRIPTION:Relias and the National Council \n This webinar will discuss what elevates risk for individuals making a transition of care. Strategies for building partnerships and developing and enhancing a system of care to reduce the risk associated with transitions will also be explored. \nJoin Relias and the National Council to learn more about protecting clients from suicidality during care transitions. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/care-transitions-practices-for-suicidal-individuals/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230926T100000
DTSTAMP:20230829T225742Z
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UID:10001625-1695722400-1695722400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:CoE-IHS Webinar: Partnering with Schools to Improve Youth Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Center of Excellence  \nThe CoE-IHS Webinar\, Partnering with Schools to Improve Youth Mental Health webinar\, will take place September 26th at 10:00 am CST. \nRegister here>> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/coe-ihs-webinar-partnering-with-schools-to-improve-youth-mental-health/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230927T130000
DTSTAMP:20230124T225624Z
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SUMMARY:Leadership Coaching and Policy Discussion
DESCRIPTION:This group focuses on understanding current policy issues and also opportunities for leadership training graduates to serve on decision-making committees. Leadership training graduates are strongly encouraged to attend\, but the meetings are open to anyone who is interested in learning more about policy. \nRegister here >>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/leadership-coaching-and-policy-discussion-9/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230928T150000
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SUMMARY:TIROES for Schools - Collaborative Strategies to Create and Promote Change Through Safe Environments
DESCRIPTION:The National Council for Mental Wellbeing \nJoin TIROES as Terence Fitzgerald\, PhD\, EdM\, MSW\, guides participants through Trauma-informed\, Resilience-oriented\, Equity-focused Systems (TIROES) to promote safe and secure environments for historically marginalized students. During this 1-hr training\, participants will gain an understanding of trauma\, strengthen partnership-building skills\, and create strategies to decrease re-traumatization. \nThis training is for administrators\, teachers\, counselors\, social workers\, support staff\, and those in youth-focused organizations and schools. Each participant will receive a Certificate of Completion after the training. \nLearning Objectives: \n1) Examine trauma and how it affects the physical\, psychological\, social\, and academic domains of school-aged youths historically “otherized.” \n2) Create safe environments through increased awareness of how schools fail school-aged youths who have been historically “otherized” regarding their safety. \n3) Implement necessary collaborative practices between schools and organizations to address trauma affecting the TIROES domains of school-aged youths who have been historically “otherized.” \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/tiroes-for-schools-collaborative-strategies-to-create-and-promote-change-through-safe-environments/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230930T120000
DTSTAMP:20230823T205522Z
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SUMMARY:Special Education Boot Camp Iuka
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training And Information Center Project \nYou don’t want to miss the MSPTI’s upcoming Special Education Boot Camp in Iuka\, Mississippi on Saturday\, September 30 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Iuka Public Library. \nTopics will include: \n\nadvocacy\ncommunication/documentation\nconflict resolution\nIEPs.\n\nRegistration is not required but is preferred so we’ll know how many to plan for. \nRegister online at: tinyurl.com/spedbootcampiuka \nFor more information\, call Melissa Essary at (662) 660-3015 or email Leslie Junkin at leslie@mspti.org.
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/special-education-boot-camp-iuka/
CATEGORIES:Training
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