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SUMMARY:Community Outreach and Engagement Training
DESCRIPTION:Families as Allies \nFamilies as Allies is training interested parents and caregivers to help with outreach in communities across MS. These trainings will focus on outreach at conferences and events\, presenting to community groups about FAA\, and supporting families with school and other types of meetings within communities. \nOur second training will focus on how to give a basic talk in the community about FAA and is scheduled for June 22 from 10 am to 11 a.m. via zoom. We will pay a training stipend to parents and caregivers who attend. You can register at this link. If you have questions\, please contact Jackie Taylor at 601-519-4161. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/community-outreach-and-engagement-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240622T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T185734Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual NAMI Peer-to-Peer (NAMI Central Mississippi)
DESCRIPTION:NAMI \nNAMI Peer-to-Peer is a free\, 8-session educational program for adults with mental illness who are looking to better understand their condition and journey toward recovery. Taught by a trained team of people who’ve been there\, the program includes presentations\, discussions\, and interactive exercises. Specific dates will be provided\, but sessions will be held on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon. \nThis virtual group experience provides the opportunity for mutual support and positive impact. You can experience compassion and reinforcement from people who relate to your experiences. Through your participation\, you have the chance to help others grow. This is a confidential place to learn from shared experiences in an environment of sincere\, uncritical acceptance. Recovery is a journey\, and there is hope for all people living with mental illness. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/virtual-nami-peer-to-peer-nami-central-mississippi/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240723T123000
DTSTAMP:20240718T181027Z
CREATED:20240718T180931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T181027Z
UID:10001962-1721734200-1721737800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Project SEARCH: What's Happening in Mississippi
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nThe Project SEARCH Program is a unique\, business-led\, nine-month employment preparation program that takes place entirely at the workplace. Up to 12 students with disabilities experience total workplace immersion\, classroom instruction\, career exploration\, and hands-on training through three different worksite rotations. The goal for each participant is competitive employment. To reach that goal\, the program provides real-life work experience combined with training in employability and independent-living skills to help young people with significant disabilities make successful transitions to productive adult life. \n274 individuals with disabilities have graduated from Project SEARCH Mississippi since Project SEARCH UMMC launched in August 2018. 162 of those individuals have gained employment. There are 53 graduates currently seeking employment. Mississippi currently has 28 Project SEARCH sites across the state. Over 200 interns will be participating in Project SEARCH beginning in August\, 2024. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/project-search-whats-happening-in-mississippi/
CATEGORIES:Training,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240911T160000
DTSTAMP:20240826T161148Z
CREATED:20240826T160917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T161148Z
UID:10002012-1726041600-1726070400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:BUILDING BETTER BEHAVIORS - MTSS PBIS Tier 1 Training
DESCRIPTION:REACH MS – The University of Southern Mississippi \nAre you ready to take your MTSS PBIS to the next level? If so\,  join Reach MS for their MTSS PBIS Tier 1 Training! \nThis training will help you build the necessary systems to provide positive behavioral interventions and supports including data analysis\, behavioral expectations and rules\, teaching appropriate behavior\, reinforcement systems\, and more. Reach MS’s training is specially designed to align with Mississippi’s essential components of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. It is perfect for school-based teams including school administrators\, general education teachers\, special education teachers\, behavioral specialists\, and family members. CEUs (1.3)\, SEMIs (10)\, OSLs (1)\, and Contact Hours (13) are available. \nWhen:\nWednesday\, September 11\, 2024\, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM \nWhere:\nLifelong Learning/R&D Center\n3825 Ridgewood Road\nJackson\, MS 39211 \nRegister now and let’s work together to create a positive and safe learning environment for your school through PBIS!  If you have any questions\, feel free to contact us. We look forward to having you in the training! \nThe REACH MS Team\nreachms@usm.edu \nRegister here>> \n 
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/building-better-behaviors-mtss-pbis-tier-1-training/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T130000
DTSTAMP:20240930T151123Z
CREATED:20240930T150907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T151123Z
UID:10002047-1727956800-1727960400@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Independence\, Here We Come!
DESCRIPTION:Mississippi Parent Training & Information Center Project \nPreparing for independent living is an exciting time in any youth’s journey towards adulthood. For youth with disabilities and their families\, this is a time filled with questions and challenges. Join us as we explore a skills checklist to help parents and youth know where they are and what they need to work on in their journey to independent living. We will talk about the importance of self-advocacy and what families/parents can do to help youth and young adults with planning for the future. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/independence-here-we-come/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241016T150000
DTSTAMP:20241014T164746Z
CREATED:20240916T131554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T164746Z
UID:10002031-1729072800-1729090800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Law: Special Education
DESCRIPTION:William Carey University School of Education \nEducators and administrators struggle with the ever-changing dynamics of special education requirements. The Carey Institute for Excellence is hosting a one-day seminar on October 16\, with attorney Ms. KaShonda Day\, an experienced educational law practitioner. She will be joined by school psychologist\, Dr. Sarah Seabrook. \nThis seminar was designed specifically for school administrators\, board members\, special education directors\, case managers\, lead teachers\, etc.\, who face day-to-day mitigation of risks for students with special needs.  A portion of the seminar will include a Q & A session specifically for participants. \nThis is scheduled for Wednesday\, October 16\, from 9 am until 3 pm\, at the Hattiesburg Train Depot.  The cost is $75 with lunch provided. Registration and fees must be confirmed by October 9 for registration to be held due to limited capacity. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/understanding-the-law-special-education/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250517
DTSTAMP:20250513T214347Z
CREATED:20250508T230823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T214347Z
UID:10001574-1747008000-1747439999@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Caregiver Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver 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 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 when a parent or caregiver uses their lived experience to support another parent or caregiver who is going through similar experiences.\n\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\nMay 12-16\, 2025\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.\n\nCan’t make this Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Training?\nOur upcoming training dates are below: \n\nJuly 14-18\, 2025\nSeptember 15-19\, 2025\nNovember 17-21\, 2025\nJanuary 12-16\, 2026\nMarch 16-20\, 2026\nMay 11-15. 2026
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/peer-support-training-15/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250719
DTSTAMP:20250513T215739Z
CREATED:20250509T202250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T215739Z
UID:10002232-1752451200-1752883199@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Caregiver Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver 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 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 when a parent or caregiver uses their lived experience to support another parent or caregiver who is going through similar experiences.\n\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\nJuly 14-18\, 2025\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.\n\n\nCan’t make this Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Training?\nOur upcoming training dates are below: \n\nSeptember 15-19\, 2025\nNovember 17-21\, 2025\nJanuary 12-16\, 2026\nMarch 16-20\, 2026\nMay 11-15. 2026
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-caregiver-peer-support/
CATEGORIES:Event,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250828T110000
DTSTAMP:20250819T164342Z
CREATED:20250818T185111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T164342Z
UID:10002331-1756375200-1756378800@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:The Story Behind Caiden's Corner: Turning a Diagnosis Into a Movement
DESCRIPTION:MSPTI \nThis session is a raw\, real look at how one autism diagnosis flipped everything I knew upside down and sparked a mission to make sure no other family ever feels alone on this journey. I’ll share the behind-the-scenes story of starting Caiden’s Corner\, how we’re building support systems for families across Mississippi\, and what we’ve learned about advocacy\, grief\, grit\, and community along the way. \nRegister here>>
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/the-story-behind-caidens-corner-turning-a-diagnosis-into-a-movement/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250920
DTSTAMP:20250912T183315Z
CREATED:20250509T202611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T183315Z
UID:10002233-1757894400-1758326399@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Caregiver Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver 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 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 when a parent or caregiver uses their lived experience to support another parent or caregiver who is going through similar experiences.\n\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 15-19\, 2025\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.\n\nCan’t make this Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Training?\nOur upcoming training dates are below: \n\nNovember 17-21\, 2025\nJanuary 12-16\, 2026\nMarch 16-20\, 2026\nMay 11-15. 2026
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-caregiver-peer-support-2/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251122
DTSTAMP:20250513T215838Z
CREATED:20250509T202855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T215838Z
UID:10002234-1763337600-1763769599@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Caregiver Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver 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 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 when a parent or caregiver uses their lived experience to support another parent or caregiver who is going through similar experiences.\n\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\nNovember 17-21\, 2025\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.\n\n\nCan’t make this Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Training?\nOur upcoming training dates are below: \n\nJanuary 12-16\, 2026\nMarch 16-20\, 2026\nMay 11-15. 2026
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-caregiver-peer-support-3/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTSTAMP:20250513T215907Z
CREATED:20250509T203205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T215907Z
UID:10002235-1768176000-1768607999@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Caregiver Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver 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 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 when a parent or caregiver uses their lived experience to support another parent or caregiver who is going through similar experiences.\n\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\nJanuary 12-16\, 2026\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.\n\n\nCan’t make this Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Training?\nOur upcoming training dates are below: \n\nMarch 16-20\, 2026\nMay 11-15. 2026
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-caregiver-peer-support-4/
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260321
DTSTAMP:20250513T215947Z
CREATED:20250509T203505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T215947Z
UID:10002236-1773619200-1774051199@www.faams.org
SUMMARY:Parent Caregiver Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver 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 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 when a parent or caregiver uses their lived experience to support another parent or caregiver who is going through similar experiences.\n\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\nMarch 16-20\, 2026\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.\n\n\nCan’t make this Parent/Caregiver Peer Support Training?\nOur upcoming training date are below: \n\nMay 11-15. 2026
URL:https://www.faams.org/event/parent-caregiver-peer-support-5/
CATEGORIES:Training
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTSTAMP:20250509T203909Z
CREATED:20250509T203909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250509T203909Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Caregiver Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent or caregiver 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 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 when a parent or caregiver uses their lived experience to support another parent or caregiver who is going through similar experiences.\n\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\nMay 11-15\, 2026\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/parent-caregiver-peer-support-6/
CATEGORIES:Training
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