Montgomery County Health and Human Services Behavioral Health Training Institute

Spiritual Tools and Resources for Practitioners

April 10, 2024 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Presenter: Dave Eckert, MDiv, CPRP

via Zoom (SW, CPRP and Continuing Education Credits) - 2 hours

This training will provide practitioners/supporters/workers a way of navigating the faith and spirituality of those they serve within an overall context of integrated health. Particular attention will be given to the practices of spiritual assessment, spiritual support/skill building, and connecting people to external resources.

Register Here: https://montco.quickbase.com/db/bkqw8eycz

In partnership with Laurel House and New Day to Stop Trafficking

 April 4, 2024 10-11:30am

Summary: Participants will learn the basic dynamics of domestic violence and human trafficking.  Participants will understand the intersectionality between the two victimizations, and ways to identify red flags for both.  Participants will learn some basic safety planning techniques and gain an understanding of the specialized confidentiality requirements for the Violence Against Women Act and HMIS.

Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcqc-ypqzMqG9TlW1rILyRaN2wwQI7CBzzf

Montgomery County Health and Human Services Behavioral Health Training Institute

Spreading the Values of Intentional Peer Support - What We All Can Learn

April 2, 2024 | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Presenters: Brittney Anderson, MS, CPRP

via Zoom (SW, CPRP and Continuing Education Credits) 3 hours

Intentional Peer Support (IPS) is a highly interactive training that Introduces a perspective on how to deliver effective, trauma-Informed peer support services. This training, created by Shery Mead, has been modified by the facilitator in order to offer invaluable material to staff in all disciplines and roles, beyond Certified Peer Specialists. All supporters are encouraged to attend, however, please keep in mind that those attending this session will be challenged to come with an open-mind and participate In demonstrations. IPS focuses on building solid relationships with the individuals in services and emphasizes how this relationship can be the foundation for offering hope and connection, with respect for worldview.

Register Here: https://montco.quickbase.com/db/bkqw8eycz

Thursday, March 21, 2024

11:00am-12:30pm

A thorough introduction to the types of programs Your Way Home partners operate that are all part of the homeless crisis response system. Topics include program and database usage expectations based on program type, as well as general expectations for all Your Way Home partner staff. Required for all new employees and any staff interested in receiving updated training.  

Register Here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tfu-srDMqGtDq1vL4vaglRSCcu_sVeDsJ

Montgomery County Health and Human Services Behavioral Health Training Institute

Understanding Voices through a Human Perspective (Adult and Young Adult)

March 18 and 20, 2024 | 9:30 am to 12:00 pm

Presenters Tracey Riper-Thomas, BS, CPS and Conrad Lawson, CPS

via Zoom (SW, CPRP and Continuing Education Credits) - 5 hours

We all seek meaning - how to make sense of our experience. People who hear voices are no different. This training is for supporters (therapists, recovery coaches, peer specialists, residential staff, system partners, people with lived experience or family members) who are Interested in learning more about the hearing voices experience, both adults and young adults. The training incorporates information about the Hearing Voices Network approach and its research, as well as the personal stones of the presenters.

Register Here: https://montco.quickbase.com/db/bkqw8eycz

Montgomery County Health and Human Services Behavioral Health Training Institute

An Overview of Children’s Mental Health Services (Children and Families)

March 11, 2024 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Presenters, Claire Higgins, BS and Charlene Artillio, LPC

via Zoom (SW and Continuing Education credits) - 2 hours

Supporting children in the public mental health is agreeing to take on an entire complex system of information, and that is a huge challenge! This training will be an overview for those interested in finding out more about the county system, including any updated Information. Come learn about our provider network, referral processes, and community resources.

Register Here: https://montco.quickbase.com/db/bkqw8eycz

March 7, 2024     10:00 -11:30 am

The Housing Equality Center of PA will deliver a webinar training which will teach housing locators, social workers, case managers and advocates how to use state and federal fair housing laws when appropriate to assist their clients in navigating a successful rental experience. An overview of PA Landlord-Tenant Law will be provided along with an overview of Fair Housing law. Specific fair housing strategies will be presented for various landlord tenant disputes with the goal of maximizing chances for a successful rental experience and avoiding eviction.  Time for questions and answers is included. 

Pre-registration is required.   To register, click here

Montgomery County Health and Human Services Behavioral Health Training Institute

Stages of Change and Building Motivation

March 4 and 6, 2024 | 9:30 am to 12:00 pm

Michael Nelson, CPS & Mark Boorse, MHS

via Zoom (SW, CPRP and Continuing Education Credits) - 5 hours

"If you really wanted to change, you would.” It Is a phrase that many of us have heard and said to others and ourselves But what if change is a process? This Interactive workshop will Introduce the “Stages of Change” theory developed by Prochaska and DiClemente. The phases of change, from Precontemplatlon to Maintenance, wlll be Identified and discussed using “real world" examples. Participants will learn how to identify Stages of Change and to use this model as a tool in supporting people In services.

Register Here: https://montco.quickbase.com/db/bkqw8eycz

Montgomery County Health and Human Services Behavioral Health Training Institute

The Impact of Childhood Traumatic Experiences and Implications for Adulthood

February 27 and 18, 2024 | 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

Laura Hinds, LCSW

Via Zoom (SW, CPRP and Continuing Education Credits) - 6 hours

Over the past 20 years a growing body of epidemiologic and neuro-scientific research has provided compelling evidence that children who are exposed to trauma, violence and adversity are at significantly greater risk for a myriad of behavioral and physical health problems as adults. This workshop introduces professionals to this research and its implications for practice. In particular, professionals will become familiar with the language, values, and skills needed to begin providing trauma informed practice to adults. The workshop lays the foundation for why trauma informed practice is essential for today's health and human services practitioner and includes: studies of prevalence, key definitions, basic neurodevelopment and the relationship between neurobiology and trauma.

Register Here: https://montco.quickbase.com/db/bkqw8eycz

Tuesday, February 13, 2024  10:00 – 11:30 am

The Housing Equality Center of Pennsylvania offers this webinar training for nonprofit housing providers on the Fair Housing Act and Title VI protections for federally funded activities, including LEP and Equal Access and Gender Identity Rules in HUD funded programs. This training covers the following topics:

• Fair Housing Act and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964

• Discriminatory Treatment under the Fair Housing Act 

• Disability Issues including Reasonable Accommodations and Modifications, Assistance Animals

• HUD Guidance on Criminal Records

• HUD Guidance on Harassment

• Limited English Proficiency Language Access Requirements Under Title VI

• HUD Program Rules: Equal Access and Gender Identity

• Practical Considerations for Providers of HUD Funded Housing and Services

• Best Practices for Compliance

 Pre-registration is required. To register, click here

Thursday, January 25, 2024

11:00am-12:30pm

A thorough introduction to the types of programs Your Way Home partners operate that are all part of the homeless crisis response system. Topics include program and database usage expectations based on program type, as well as general expectations for all Your Way Home partner staff. Required for all new employees and any staff interested in receiving updated training.  

Register Here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYqdu2qqz0tG9GWkwLfULvm-f8kEoY8dSAP