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SUMMARY:Regional Youth & Family Certified Peer Counselor Training
DESCRIPTION:Regional Youth & Family Certified Peer Counselor Training\nSeattle\, WA\nOctober 16-20\, 2017\nYouth and Families involved in multiple systems want to hear your personal story of hope! If you and or your family have been on a journey of recovery for a year or more this training may be for you! \nIn order to attend a Youth and Family training to become a Certified Peer Counselor you must apply with the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery and complete the required online training. Certificate of completion of the online training must be sent in with the application. \nClick here for more information on this training as well as information on the DBHR application and required online training. \nFOR MORE INFORMATION:\nAbout the application process please contact: Jennifer McDonald\, 360-725-1718\, mcdonja2@dshs.wa.gov\nAbout the training contact: Stephanie.Lane@wsu.edu\, 206-434-2954
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/regional-youth-family-certified-peer-counselor-training/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170920T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170920T163000
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SUMMARY:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices
DESCRIPTION:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices\nSeptember 20\, 2017\nPasco\, Best Western Plus\n \nThis full-day workshop provides an in-depth analysis of SAMHSA’s Guiding Principles of Recovery and how they are related to all health care services provided for people who experience addiction or mental illness.  As we move toward integration\, it is critical that we keep these principles and practices in the forefront\, including how we operationalize peer support.   Using video\, large & small group exercises and fast paced presentations\, this workshop will help you discover how you can support people in their journey to wellness. \nWho should attend? \n\nClinical behavioral health providers\nPhysicians and nurses\nPeer Supports\nNon-clinical employees of service providers\n\nTo register\, go to  www.recoveryseries.eventbrite.com and select the workshop nearest you. For more information\, click here. \nThis event is being provided by the WSU Behavioral Health Workforce Collaboration and DBHR \nQuestions?  Contact Jonathon SanNicholas (360) 350-0893 jonathan.sannicolas@wsu.edu
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/behavioral-health-recovery-principles-practices-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170921T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170921T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20170912T163014Z
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SUMMARY:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices
DESCRIPTION:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices\nSeptember 21\, 2017\nMoses Lake\, Ramada Inn\n \nThis full-day workshop provides an in-depth analysis of SAMHSA’s Guiding Principles of Recovery and how they are related to all health care services provided for people who experience addiction or mental illness.  As we move toward integration\, it is critical that we keep these principles and practices in the forefront\, including how we operationalize peer support.   Using video\, large & small group exercises and fast paced presentations\, this workshop will help you discover how you can support people in their journey to wellness. \nWho should attend? \n\nClinical behavioral health providers\nPhysicians and nurses\nPeer Supports\nNon-clinical employees of service providers\n\nTo register\, go to  www.recoveryseries.eventbrite.com and select the workshop nearest you. For more information\, click here. \nThis event is being provided by the WSU Behavioral Health Workforce Collaboration and DBHR \nQuestions?  Contact Jonathon SanNicholas (360) 350-0893 jonathan.sannicolas@wsu.edu
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/behavioral-health-recovery-principles-practices-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170922T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20170418T184120Z
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SUMMARY:Clinical Supervision - Save the Date
DESCRIPTION:Have you met your Clinical Supervision classroom training requirement? \n  \nThis 2-day\, 15 hour training (includes 4 law and ethics credits) meets the educational requirement for becoming an approved supervisor in Washington state and participants will: \n\nLearn about the W.A.C. as it applies to clinical supervision.\nImprove their supervisory skills.\nUnderstand the difference between supervision and consultation.\nExplore the effects of gender\, age and ethnicity on the supervisory relationship.\nLearn about the professional development stages of supervisors and supervisees.\nHave a chance to problem solve particular supervision challenges in a safe and supportive environment.\n\nAbout the Speaker: \nLisa Erickson\, M.S.\, L.M.H.C.\, has been a mental health counselor\, clinical supervisor\, program director\, and consultant for more than 25 years. She is a past-president of the Washington Mental Health Counselors Association and has been very active at the state level with issues related to licensure and supervision. \n  \nLicensed Social Workers\, Marriage/Family Therapists and Mental Health Counselors: \n15 Continuing Education Credits from NASW- WA. \n  \nCost: TBA \nRegistration: TBA
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/clinical-supervision-save-the-date/
LOCATION:Compass Health Everett\, 4526 Federal Ave\, Everett\, WA\, 98203\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Health":MAILTO:compasstraining@compassh.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170922T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
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SUMMARY:2017 Behavioral Health Consumer Forum - Chelan\, Douglas & Grant Counties
DESCRIPTION:2017 Behavioral Health Consumer Forum\nSeptember 22\, 2017\nMoses Lake\, WA \nPlease join us to learn more about integration plans in your county and engage in discussion about recovery\, services\, and other topics of interest. Learn more about the Health Care Authority\, the Accountable Community of Health\, and the new role Managed Care Organizations will play in your healthcare. Discuss recovery goals with Mary Jadwisiak\, Holding the Hope\, and Jennifer Bliss\, Manager of the Office of Consumer Partnerships\, talk with representatives of the North Central Accountable Community of Health and the Health Care Authority\, and discuss strengths and needs in your area\, including: How will services be recovery oriented? Include consumer voice? Develop peer support? \nThis event is being held 11:00-4:30 p.m. at Grant Integrated Services\, 840 E Plum\, Moses Lake\, WA 98837. Limited travel assistance for people in these counties is available. \nTo register\, please email Jennifer Bliss at blissja@dshs.wa.gov.  Please include whether you are a peer\, CPC\, or other. Click here to see the flyer. \n 
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/2017-behavioral-health-consumer-forum-chelan-douglas-grant-counties/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170925T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170925T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20170912T163320Z
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SUMMARY:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices
DESCRIPTION:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices\nSeptember 25\, 2017\nVancouver\, Heathman Lodge \nThis full-day workshop provides an in-depth analysis of SAMHSA’s Guiding Principles of Recovery and how they are related to all health care services provided for people who experience addiction or mental illness.  As we move toward integration\, it is critical that we keep these principles and practices in the forefront\, including how we operationalize peer support.   Using video\, large & small group exercises and fast paced presentations\, this workshop will help you discover how you can support people in their journey to wellness. \nWho should attend? \n\nClinical behavioral health providers\nPhysicians and nurses\nPeer Supports\nNon-clinical employees of service providers\n\nTo register\, go to  www.recoveryseries.eventbrite.com and select the workshop nearest you. For more information\, click here. \nThis event is being provided by the WSU Behavioral Health Workforce Collaboration and DBHR \nQuestions?  Contact Jonathon SanNicholas (360) 350-0893 jonathan.sannicolas@wsu.edu
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/behavioral-health-recovery-principles-practices-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170925T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170925T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20170912T163452Z
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SUMMARY:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices
DESCRIPTION:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices\nSeptember 25\, 2017\nMt. Vernon\, North Sound BHO\n \nThis full-day workshop provides an in-depth analysis of SAMHSA’s Guiding Principles of Recovery and how they are related to all health care services provided for people who experience addiction or mental illness.  As we move toward integration\, it is critical that we keep these principles and practices in the forefront\, including how we operationalize peer support.   Using video\, large & small group exercises and fast paced presentations\, this workshop will help you discover how you can support people in their journey to wellness. \nWho should attend? \n\nClinical behavioral health providers\nPhysicians and nurses\nPeer Supports\nNon-clinical employees of service providers\n\nTo register\, go to  www.recoveryseries.eventbrite.com and select the workshop nearest you. For more information\, click here. \nThis event is being provided by the WSU Behavioral Health Workforce Collaboration and DBHR \nQuestions?  Contact Jonathon SanNicholas (360) 350-0893 jonathan.sannicolas@wsu.edu
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/behavioral-health-recovery-principles-practices-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170926T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20170926T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20170912T163616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170912T163616Z
UID:2468-1506414600-1506443400@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices
DESCRIPTION:Behavioral Health Recovery: Principles & Practices\nSeptember 26\, 2017\nKelso\, Red Lion Hotel\n \nThis full-day workshop provides an in-depth analysis of SAMHSA’s Guiding Principles of Recovery and how they are related to all health care services provided for people who experience addiction or mental illness.  As we move toward integration\, it is critical that we keep these principles and practices in the forefront\, including how we operationalize peer support.   Using video\, large & small group exercises and fast paced presentations\, this workshop will help you discover how you can support people in their journey to wellness. \nWho should attend? \n\nClinical behavioral health providers\nPhysicians and nurses\nPeer Supports\nNon-clinical employees of service providers\n\nTo register\, go to  www.recoveryseries.eventbrite.com and select the workshop nearest you. For more information\, click here. \nThis event is being provided by the WSU Behavioral Health Workforce Collaboration and DBHR \nQuestions?  Contact Jonathon SanNicholas (360) 350-0893 jonathan.sannicolas@wsu.edu
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/behavioral-health-recovery-principles-practices-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171011T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20170912T161834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170912T161834Z
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SUMMARY:Town Hall - Office of Consumer Partnerships
DESCRIPTION:October 11th 2017\, 9 to 4p.m.\nLacey Community Center\n6729 Pacific Avenue SE\nOlympia\, WA 98503\n \nThe Department of Social and Health Services\, Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery’s Office of Consumer Partnerships invites you to a fun interactive town hall about the goals and mission of the OCP. Peers\, Peer Counselors\, advocates and others are invited to come and help form the direction of the OCP and provide your input and information. Travel assistance is available to those from E Washington and living more than 55 miles from Olympia.  If you would like to apply for this\, please see the contact information on the flyer and contact them right away. The New York Office of Consumer Affairs is the largest of its kind in the nation and we will benefit from having John Allen to help facilitate and give perspective on direction and possibilities. Please register now\, before the event fills. We look forward to seeing you on October 11th! \nClick here for more information. \nRSVP to Sam.Mailhot@wsu.ed\, and for questions please call 360-350-0893.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/town-hall-office-of-consumer-partnerships/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20170328T184906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170328T184906Z
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SUMMARY:Identifying\, Assessing\, & Responding to Suicide Risk
DESCRIPTION:17 SEMINARS COMPLETED WITH 142 PARTICIPANTS SINCE 2013\nThis course will include research information from agencies such as the World Health Organization (WHO)\, the American Association of Suicidology (AAS)\, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for an in-depth look at the prevalence of suicide\, the warning signs\, symptoms of depression\, and risk factors. Case examples\, stories\, research articles\, and interviews with professionals will be presented throughout the training with opportunities for participants to evaluate their own understanding of this subject. Mr. White will provide helpful risk assessment tools and present an approach he developed entitled\, “A.N.C.H.O.R. Management of Suicide Risk” that includes the key components for working effectively with suicidal clients \nClick here for more information. \n  \n  \nListings on this training calendar do not constitute or imply its endorsement\, recommendation\, or favoring by the Washington Council for Behavioral Health (the Council). The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of the Council\, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/identifying-assessing-responding-to-suicide-risk-11/
LOCATION:Northwest Family Life\, 11320 Roosevelt Way NE\, Seattle\, WA\, 98215\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171020T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171005T205250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T205250Z
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SUMMARY:Assessing & Managing Suicide Risk
DESCRIPTION:Assessing and Managing Suicide Risk\nFriday\, October 20\, 2017 –  Mt. Vernon\n9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nLearn how to better assess suicide risk\, plan\, and manage the ongoing care of clients who are at risk. \nWho should take this course? \nSign up for this class to: \n\n Recognize the 24 core competencies that enable social workers and mental health professionals to assess and work effectively with individuals at risk of suicide;\n Increase your knowledge and skills in eliciting suicide ideation\, behavior\, plans and intent;\n Increase your knowledge and skills in making a clinical judgment of the short and long term risks for suicide; and\n Increase your knowledge and skills in developing a treatment & services plan that addresses the client’s immediate\, acute and continuing risk for suicidal behaviors.\n\nCEs: 6 continuing education credits from NASW-WA \nCost: $25.00 NSMHA Providers\, $115.00 Non-NSMHA Providers \nClick here for more information and to register.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/assessing-managing-suicide-risk-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171026T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171005T205552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171005T205552Z
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SUMMARY:Neurobiology-Informed Addiction Motivation and Treatment: Beyond PAWS
DESCRIPTION:Neurobiology-Informed Addiction Motivation and Treatment: Beyond PAWS\nThursday\, October 26\, 2017 –  Everett\n9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. \nThis training will speak to all professional levels of knowledge and skill in the neurobiology of addiction. \nFor critical drugs of abuse\, Joe Terhaar PhD will visually and kinesthetically describe the drug-specific impact on the brain. Showing each different mechanical trap of drug compulsion and craving\, he guides the practitioner in responsively adapting the recovery plan to the specific drug to increase the motivation to abstain\, stay engaged in treatment\, and empower recovery. \nAbout the Speaker: \nJoe Terhaar\, Ph.D. is a practicing licensed mental health counselor\, marriage and family therapist and MAC certified (NAADAC). He was trained with Robert Rhoton\, PsyD\, in family system trauma techniques. Full Member of the Association of Intervention Specialists and a Certified Intervention Professional using fifteen distinct strategies in helping families. Washington State-approved marriage and family licensure supervisor since 2008. \nLicensed Social Workers\, Marriage/Family Therapists and Mental Health Counselors: 6 Continuing Education Credits from NASW-WA \nEducators: 6 OSPI Clock Hours \nCost: $100.00 Single Registration \nClick here for more info and to register.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/neurobiology-informed-addiction-motivation-and-treatment-beyond-paws/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171103T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171012T204400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T204439Z
UID:2534-1509354000-1509726600@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:WRAP Seminar II: WRAP Facilitator Training for Peer Support Specialists
DESCRIPTION:WRAP® Seminar II: WRAP Facilitator Training\nOctober 30-November 3\, 2017 (37.5 hours\, 5 days)\nSilverdale\, WA \n  \nThe WRAP® Facilitator Training Seminar is an intensive five-day training designed for individuals who have experienced the Mental Health Recovery Education Curriculum designed by Mary Ellen Copeland and\, who have developed and are using a Wellness Recovery Action Plan in their own lives. This seminar teaches participants the skills necessary to become facilitators of the Copeland Mental Health Recovery Education Curriculum and of WRAP® Groups. The WRAP® Facilitator Training focuses on all aspects of successful preparation for implementing the Copeland Mental Health Recovery Education curriculum and WRAP® groups. Training participants receive the Mental Health Recovery Education Curriculum Manual (including WRAP®) as well as a CD-ROM complete with teaching material in the format of PowerPoint presentations and overhead projection slides. *Individual participants must submit WRAP® Seminar I certificate to certify they meet the pre-requisite training and experience criteria*\nFacilitators:\nLaurel Lemke\, MEd\, CPC\nSharon Holmes\, Ms. ED CPC \nPlease click here for more information\, and to register.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/wrap-seminar-ii-wrap-facilitator-training-for-peer-support-specialists-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171117T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171012T203906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171012T204502Z
UID:2531-1510563600-1510936200@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:WRAP Seminar II: WRAP Facilitator Training for Peer Support Specialists
DESCRIPTION:WRAP® Seminar II: WRAP Facilitator Training\nNovember 13-17\, 2017 (37.5 hours\, 5 days)\nOlympia\, WA\n The WRAP® Facilitator Training Seminar is an intensive five-day training designed for individuals who have experienced the Mental Health Recovery Education Curriculum designed by Mary Ellen Copeland and\, who have developed and are using a Wellness Recovery Action Plan in their own lives. This seminar teaches participants the skills necessary to become facilitators of the Copeland Mental Health Recovery Education Curriculum and of WRAP® Groups. The WRAP® Facilitator Training focuses on all aspects of successful preparation for implementing the Copeland Mental Health Recovery Education curriculum and WRAP® groups. Training participants receive the Mental Health Recovery Education Curriculum Manual (including WRAP®) as well as a CD-ROM complete with teaching material in the format of PowerPoint presentations and overhead projection slides. *Individual participants must submit WRAP® Seminar I certificate to certify they meet the pre-requisite training and experience criteria* \nFacilitators:\nJennifer Bliss\, MEd\, CPC\, Senior Manager\, Office of Consumer Partnerships\, Advance Level Facilitator\nAngela Sage CPC\, Advance Level WRAP Facilitator \nPlease click here for more information\, including how to register.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/wrap-seminar-ii-wrap-facilitator-training-for-peer-support-specialists/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171117T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171117T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20170328T185000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170328T185000Z
UID:2208-1510905600-1510938000@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Identifying\, Assessing\, & Responding to Suicide Risk
DESCRIPTION:17 SEMINARS COMPLETED WITH 142 PARTICIPANTS SINCE 2013\nThis course will include research information from agencies such as the World Health Organization (WHO)\, the American Association of Suicidology (AAS)\, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)\, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for an in-depth look at the prevalence of suicide\, the warning signs\, symptoms of depression\, and risk factors. Case examples\, stories\, research articles\, and interviews with professionals will be presented throughout the training with opportunities for participants to evaluate their own understanding of this subject. Mr. White will provide helpful risk assessment tools and present an approach he developed entitled\, “A.N.C.H.O.R. Management of Suicide Risk” that includes the key components for working effectively with suicidal clients \nClick here for more information. \n  \n  \nListings on this training calendar do not constitute or imply its endorsement\, recommendation\, or favoring by the Washington Council for Behavioral Health (the Council). The views and opinions of authors expressed herein do not necessarily state or reflect those of the Council\, and shall not be used for advertising or product endorsement purposes.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/identifying-assessing-responding-to-suicide-risk-12/
LOCATION:Northwest Family Life\, 11320 Roosevelt Way NE\, Seattle\, WA\, 98215\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171207T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171207T080000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171130T224007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171130T224007Z
UID:2560-1512631800-1512633600@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Integrated Billing: An Assessment for Behavioral Health Agencies
DESCRIPTION:Toolkit and Webinars to Help you Prepare for Managed Care Billing \n – Are you a Behavioral Health Agency (BHA) starting the journey toward Integrated Managed Care and billing managed care organizations?  \n– Would your organization benefit from an assessment of your capacity to bill MCOs and information to guide you to address gaps?   \nIn the next two months\, BHAs in mid-adopter regions will have a unique opportunity to receive assistance assessing billing processes and to provide feedback on toolkit resources through the Healthier Washington Practice Transformation Support Hub (the Hub)\, in partnership with the Health Care Authority and the Washington State Department of Health. \nHow Can my Organization Participate in a Self-Assessment?   \nThe Hub will provide a live\, 30-minute webinar to walk through the self-assessment toolkit with interested BHA’s. The webinar includes tips on how to complete the assessment\, create a roadmap for the change process and use the provided tools for a successful transition. \nA Toolkit for Best Practice Guidance \nThe toolkit provides guidance on best practices for assessing current operations in both large and small agencies with varying levels of information systems and billing operation sophistication. The expanded toolkit will be available in December 2018 during an early release period to all who participate in the assessment. \nFirst webinar: December 7\, 2017\, 7:30 am – click here to register.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/preparing-for-integrated-billing-an-assessment-for-behavioral-health-agencies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171212T123000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171130T224447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171130T225048Z
UID:2562-1513080000-1513081800@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Integrated Billing: An Assessment for Behavioral Health Agencies
DESCRIPTION:Toolkit and Webinars to Help you Prepare for Managed Care Billing \n – Are you a Behavioral Health Agency (BHA) starting the journey toward Integrated Managed Care and billing managed care organizations?  \n– Would your organization benefit from an assessment of your capacity to bill MCOs and information to guide you to address gaps?   \nIn the next two months\, BHAs in mid-adopter regions will have a unique opportunity to receive assistance assessing billing processes and to provide feedback on toolkit resources through the Healthier Washington Practice Transformation Support Hub (the Hub)\, in partnership with the Health Care Authority and the Washington State Department of Health. \nHow Can my Organization Participate in a Self-Assessment?   \nThe Hub will provide a live\, 30-minute webinar to walk through the self-assessment toolkit with interested BHA’s. The webinar includes tips on how to complete the assessment\, create a roadmap for the change process and use the provided tools for a successful transition. \nA Toolkit for Best Practice Guidance \nThe toolkit provides guidance on best practices for assessing current operations in both large and small agencies with varying levels of information systems and billing operation sophistication. The expanded toolkit will be available in December 2018 during an early release period to all who participate in the assessment. \nDecember 12\, 2017\, 12:00 pm – click here to register.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/preparing-for-integrated-billing-an-assessment-for-behavioral-health-agencies-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171213T083000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171130T224705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171130T225027Z
UID:2564-1513152000-1513153800@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Integrated Billing: An Assessment for Behavioral Health Agencies
DESCRIPTION:Toolkit and Webinars to Help you Prepare for Managed Care Billing \n – Are you a Behavioral Health Agency (BHA) starting the journey toward Integrated Managed Care and billing managed care organizations?  \n– Would your organization benefit from an assessment of your capacity to bill MCOs and information to guide you to address gaps?   \nIn the next two months\, BHAs in mid-adopter regions will have a unique opportunity to receive assistance assessing billing processes and to provide feedback on toolkit resources through the Healthier Washington Practice Transformation Support Hub (the Hub)\, in partnership with the Health Care Authority and the Washington State Department of Health. \nHow Can my Organization Participate in a Self-Assessment?   \nThe Hub will provide a live\, 30-minute webinar to walk through the self-assessment toolkit with interested BHAs. The webinar includes tips on how to complete the assessment\, create a roadmap for the change process and use the provided tools for a successful transition. \nA Toolkit for Best Practice Guidance \nThe toolkit provides guidance on best practices for assessing current operations in both large and small agencies with varying levels of information systems and billing operation sophistication. The expanded toolkit will be available in December 2018 during an early release period to all who participate in the assessment. \nDecember 13\, 2017\, 8:00 am – click here to register.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/preparing-for-integrated-billing-an-assessment-for-behavioral-health-agencies-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20171214T083000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171130T224851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171130T225002Z
UID:2566-1513238400-1513240200@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Integrated Billing: An Assessment for Behavioral Health Agencies
DESCRIPTION:Toolkit and Webinars to Help you Prepare for Managed Care Billing \n – Are you a Behavioral Health Agency (BHA) starting the journey toward Integrated Managed Care and billing managed care organizations?  \n– Would your organization benefit from an assessment of your capacity to bill MCOs and information to guide you to address gaps?   \nIn the next two months\, BHAs in mid-adopter regions will have a unique opportunity to receive assistance assessing billing processes and to provide feedback on toolkit resources through the Healthier Washington Practice Transformation Support Hub (the Hub)\, in partnership with the Health Care Authority and the Washington State Department of Health. \nHow Can my Organization Participate in a Self-Assessment?   \nThe Hub will provide a live\, 30-minute webinar to walk through the self-assessment toolkit with interested BHAs. The webinar includes tips on how to complete the assessment\, create a roadmap for the change process and use the provided tools for a successful transition. \nA Toolkit for Best Practice Guidance \nThe toolkit provides guidance on best practices for assessing current operations in both large and small agencies with varying levels of information systems and billing operation sophistication. The expanded toolkit will be available in December 2018 during an early release period to all who participate in the assessment. \nDecember 14\, 2017\, 12:00 pm – click here to register.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/preparing-for-integrated-billing-an-assessment-for-behavioral-health-agencies-4/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180122T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171120T161328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T161948Z
UID:2549-1516611600-1516638600@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Family\, Men & Trauma 101
DESCRIPTION:Family\, Men and Trauma 101\nJanuary 22\, 2018 (9a-4:30p)\nWater Resources Education Center. 4600 SE Columbia Way\, Vancouver\, WA 98661 \n6 CE hours NBCC Approved \nRules of the Game—The Family and How it Works \n\nUnderstanding healthy family functioning and therapeutic models\nUnderstanding toxic family structures\nUnderstanding the impact of diversity variables on male identity development within family systems\nDevelop a model of family assessment\n\nFor more information and to register\, visit www.trainingforthemind.com. \nTraining for the Mind\n16703 SE McGillivray Blvd\, Vancouver\, WA 98683\n360-909-3509
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/family-men-trauma-101/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180122T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180126T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20180108T193830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180108T194023Z
UID:2583-1516611600-1516989600@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Regional Youth and Family Certified Peer Counselor Training
DESCRIPTION:Regional Youth and Family Certified Peer Counselor Training \nJanuary 22nd – January 26th\n9 AM – 6 PM \nHilton Garden Inn\n8401 Paine Field Blvd.\nMukilteo\, WA 98275 \nFor more information\, click here. \nYouth and Families involved in multiple systems want to hear your personal story of hope! \nIf you and or your family have been on a journey of recovery for a year or more this training may be for you! \nIn order to attend a Youth and Family training to become a Certified Peer Counselor you must apply with The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery and complete the required online training. **Certificate of completion of the online training must be sent in with the application** \nApplication found at: \nhttps://www.dshs.wa.gov/fsa/forms?field_number_value=10-356&title
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/regional-youth-and-family-certified-peer-counselor-training-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180207
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20180206T185548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T190433Z
UID:2638-1517875200-1517961599@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:S. King County/Auburn\, WA \nFor a full schedule of Holding the Hope 2018 Certified Peer Counselor Training Opportunities\, click here!
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/trauma-informed-peer-support-6/
ORGANIZER;CN="Holding%20the%20Hope":MAILTO:Sharon@holdingthehope.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180209
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20180206T201407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T201407Z
UID:2682-1517961600-1518134399@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:WRAP Seminar 1 (2 Day)
DESCRIPTION:Mt. Vernon\, WA \nFor a full schedule of Holding the Hope 2018 Certified Peer Counselor Training Opportunities\, click here!
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/wrap-seminar-1-2-day/
ORGANIZER;CN="Holding%20the%20Hope":MAILTO:Sharon@holdingthehope.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180212T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180212T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20171120T161624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171120T161915Z
UID:2551-1518426000-1518453000@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Family\, Men & Trauma 102
DESCRIPTION:Family\, Men and Trauma 102\nFebruary 12\, 2018 (9a-4:30p)\nWater Resources Education Center. 4600 SE Columbia Way\, Vancouver\, WA 98661 \n6 CE hours NBCC Approved \nThe Game Changer—Trauma’s Impact on the Family with Male Abuse Survivors\n• Understanding trauma as a systemic injury to the family and victim\n• Understanding male trauma in youth within systemic structure\n• Understanding multigenerational trauma\n• Understanding Complex Family Trauma\n• Understanding and treating Caregiver Fatigue \nFor more information and to register\, visit www.trainingforthemind.com. \nTraining for the Mind\n16703 SE McGillivray Blvd\, Vancouver\, WA 98683\n360-909-3509
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/family-men-trauma-102/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180215T090000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20180125T225112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180125T225309Z
UID:2617-1518681600-1518685200@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Living with Major Depressive Disorder Webinar
DESCRIPTION:For many people who live with major depressive disorder (MDD)\, finding the best treatment combination is tough. Trying new options can be tiring\, and knowing how to communicate with your doctor can be confusing—but you don’t need to guess\, and you are not in this alone. \nOn February 15\, 2018 from 11am – 12pm ET\, please join us\, along with our partner NeuroCareLive\, for a free interactive video program with top doctors and experts-by-experience who have lived with MDD personally. Follow along with the presentation\, ask the panel your questions in real time\, and come away empowered to help yourself or someone in your life. Here’s what we’re covering: \n\nCommunicating with your healthcare team about depression and playing an active role in your treatment\nUnderstanding the pros and cons of your treatment options\nWhat to expect over the long-term and the importance of adhering to treatment\n\nSIGN UP HERE \nCan’t make it to the live broadcast? A recording will be available after the live session. To receive the recorded version via email\, please provide your information here.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/living-with-major-depressive-disorder-webinar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180220T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20180112T183115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180112T183115Z
UID:2589-1519131600-1519142400@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Thurston-Mason Consumer Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:2018 Thurston-Mason Consumer Town Hall \nFebruary 20th\, 2018 \n\nHear current news from the Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery from Jennifer Bliss\, Manager of the Office of Consumer Partnerships.\nProvide input to the state about services in your region.\nYour input is valuable and will be used by the state in system planning and improvement – – your voice matters!\n\nFor more information and to pre-register\, click here.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/thurston-mason-consumer-town-hall/
LOCATION:First Christian Church\, Olympia\, 701 Franklin St SE\, Olympia\, WA\, 98501\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180226T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180302T180000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20180206T205946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T205946Z
UID:2698-1519635600-1520013600@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Regional Youth and Family Certified Peer Counselor Training
DESCRIPTION:Youth and Families involved in multiple systems want to hear your personal story of hope!\nIf you and or your family have been on a journey of re covery for a year or more this training may be for you! \nIn order to attend a Youth and Family training to become a Certified Peer Counselor you must apply and be approved with The Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery.\n**Certificate of completion of the online training must be sent in with the application** \nFor more information\, application\, and training materials\, CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/regional-youth-and-family-certified-peer-counselor-training-3/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180227T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180227T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20180206T182629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T182629Z
UID:2627-1519729200-1519747200@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:King County Behavioral Health Integration Forum
DESCRIPTION:Meet representatives from the new Managed Care Organizations that will be providing your services. \nThis forum will provide great information to help you understand changes coming in the system.  Please come\, and invite any individuals in services or other people in recovery you know! \nFor more information\, click here.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/king-county-behavioral-health-integration-forum/
LOCATION:Recovery Cafe\, 2022 Boren Ave\, Seattle\, WA\, 98121\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180306T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180306T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20180206T184827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180206T184827Z
UID:2635-1520326800-1520353800@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Key to Success: Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Support Counelors
DESCRIPTION:Keys to Success: Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Support Counselors is a free\, dynamic\,\ninteractive workshop designed for Peer Support Counselors in any role. \nSeating is limited\, pre-registration is required. Employed certified peer specialists will be given first priority. \nFor more information\, click here!
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/key-to-success-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-support-counelors/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180309T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20180309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T031834
CREATED:20180302T183619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180302T183619Z
UID:2755-1520582400-1520600400@www.thewashingtoncouncil.org
SUMMARY:Adult and Child: First Aid\, CPR\, and AED Certification
DESCRIPTION:Mt. Vernon\, WA\nAttend this combined 4 hour class and learn First Aid\, CPR and AED. \n\nClass includes the training guide.\nEarn a 2-year completion card through ASHI\, American Health and Safety Institute.\nInfant and child CPR are included\n\nFor more information or to register\, please CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.thewashingtoncouncil.org/event/adult-and-child-first-aid-cpr-and-aed-certification-3/
ORGANIZER;CN="Compass%20Health":MAILTO:compasstraining@compassh.org
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