Ending the Silent (EtS) is an in-school presentation designed to teach middle and high school students about signs and symptoms of mental illness, how to recognize the early warning signs and the importance of acknowledging those warning signs. Presentations are done in a team of two - usually an adult and a young adult living with mental illness age 18-35, and it is recommend that those applying do so as part of a planned team. Participants must be 18 years...

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...

Do you know a youth that may be facing mental health challenges? Do you know how to help? Youth Mental Health First Aid is a public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and most importantly - teaches individuals how to help a youth in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. This introductory course is not intended for current mental...

Description: While the numbers of overdose deaths from prescription opioids may be decreasing in Washington, the numbers attributed to heroin use are increasing. Substance use disorders (SUD) are treatable and in the case of opioids, overdose deaths can be prevented. This training will review the role medications play in the management of substance use disorders with a particular focus on the treatment of opioid use disorder; and, the integration of Medication Assisted Treatment in traditional SUD treatment programs. Target Audience:...

Our 2016 DBHR Employment Topical Webinar Series is intended to inform, educate and coordinate resources for individuals with mental health and substance use issues who need employment services, resources and supports. This webinar series is designed for professionals and anyone interested in increasing their understanding of the advantages and resources that promotes employment in the lives of people with behavioral health disabilities. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. This webinar is designed...

The monthly webinar in our 2016 DBHR Employment Topical Webinar Series is intended to inform, educate and coordinate resources for individuals with mental health and substance use issues who need employment services, resources and supports. This webinar series is designed for professionals and anyone interested in increasing their understanding of the advantages and resources that promotes employment in the lives of people with behavioral health disabilities. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. Brought to...

Participants of this workshop will develop a clear understanding of how to assess the potential for violence and respond with a diverse set of tools and strategies. Some of the topics covered: The Role of Anger in Violence The Aggression Defusing Process Approaching, Containment and Problem Solving Strategies When and How to Disengage Rating of Workplace Risk Factors Early rate deadline March 31 Unable to attend? Join the live webinar February 5 from 1pm - 2pm (CST) Need this training sooner?...

This webinar will take place on April 21, 2016 at 1:00 PM EDT. The audience will hear an overview of WIOA and the importance of collaborating with your local Workforce Investment Board (WIB). You will hear from CoC and WIB leadership who are effectively collaborating to identify homeless job seekers and provide the resources they need to find and retain employment.

Humans communicate on many levels: spoken language, tone, body language, style and personality. The fact that we have complex cultural identities and a host of differing past experiences increases the probability of cross-cultural miscommunications. This workshop presents major cross-cultural communication theories, ways that cultural values, power, privilege and differences affect the way we communicate, tools for questioning assumptions, and ways to improve cross-cultural communications skills.

In January of this year, HUD published the Final Rule on Defining "Chronically Homeless." This rule went into effect on January 4, 2016 and all Homeless Continuum of Care program recipients were required to comply with the final rule on January 15, 2016. In this webinar, participants will learn: the history of the definition and the context for the changes an overview of the Final Rule Defining Chronically Homeless an overview of the Chronic Homeless definition an overview of documentation...