Standard trainings are offered by DBHR to prepare consumers to become certified peer counselors.  Adults, youth and parents are eligible for these trainings. Parents and youth on WISe teams must take a Youth/Family training. Please send all applications to Jen McDonald, PO 45330, Lacey WA 98504 or jenmcdon2@dshs.wa.gov Read all of the information on this webpage to understand the application and certification process. If you cannot find the information you need, please call Jen McDonald at 360-725-1718. Please submit an application...

While there are many advantages to be gained through employment, fears and misunderstandings about the effect of a paycheck on cash benefits and healthcare frequently undermine a person’s work goal. The fact is, that most beneficiaries can increase their financial wellbeing and improve their quality of life through work. This webinar will introduce the basic principles of “Work Incentives” and demonstrate that earning money and retaining necessary support benefits aren’t mutually exclusive.   You may ACCESS the webinar and participate...

The August webinar topic is Earnings, Benefits & Work Incentives: Help Support Decisions About Work featuring Rick Kugler from the Institute for Community Inclusion. While there are many advantages to be gained through employment, fears and misunderstandings about the effect of a paycheck on cash benefits and healthcare frequently undermine a person’s work goal. The fact is, that most beneficiaries can increase their financial wellbeing and improve their quality of life through work. This webinar will introduce the basic principles...

This webinar will cover the case note documentation requirements under the new supportive housing and supported employment Medicaid benefits. Medicaid is a health insurance program, so case notes must document medical necessity in order for supportive housing and employment services to qualify for Medicaid reimbursement. Participants will learn how to assess and document medical necessity and adopt case note documentation practices that meet Medicaid’s requirements. Register Here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/815067246392670468 For more information on Washington Low Income Housing Alliance's Medicaid Webinar Training Series click here.

This webinar will take place on August 18, 2016 at 1:00 PM EDT. The audience will hear the importance of emphasizing employment and measuring income outcomes. In the new day of accountability, recipients need to consider the income of participants as key to housing stability and affordability in the long-term. You will hear how communities are measuring employment outcomes and the benefits to the CoC.