Foundations of Care is the first in a series of courses to prepare you to advance racial equity and trauma-informed care within organizations. Through co-design with a cross-section of NYC social service providers, the Academy developed this course to help staff orient toward practices for acknowledging and mitigating the harms of persistent systemic inequalities – […]
What does true healing look like for youth who’ve experienced trauma? This webinar explores one of the most well-established models in trauma recovery—Dr. Judith Herman’s four-stage framework—and brings it to life with practical, real-world examples. We’ll walk through each stage of healing with clear illustrations, from how “Mourning and Remembrance” might show up in a […]
The Center for Justice Innovation is a community justice organization that centers safety and racial justice in partnership with communities, courts, and the people most impacted. Safety is more than a response to a problem. Safety is about the spaces we inhabit every day. This closing session explores how transforming physical environments can transform community […]
Foundations of Care is the first in a series of courses to prepare you to advance racial equity and trauma-informed care within organizations. Through co-design with a cross-section of NYC social service providers, the Academy developed this course to help staff orient toward practices for acknowledging and mitigating the harms of persistent systemic inequalities – […]
Foundations of Care is the first in a series of courses to prepare you to advance racial equity and trauma-informed care within organizations. Through co-design with a cross-section of NYC social service providers, the Academy developed this course to help staff orient toward practices for acknowledging and mitigating the harms of persistent systemic inequalities – […]
This webinar will introduce mobile crisis response as the “someone to respond” component of a coordinated behavioral health crisis continuum. Grounded in SAMHSA’s 2025 National Guidelines for a Behavioral Health Coordinated System of Crisis Care, this session will provide a broad overview of mobile crisis foundations and capacity-building considerations, including how teams are structured and […]
The Camden Coalition’s mission is to demonstrate and advance strong ecosystems of care in which people with complex needs can achieve health and wellbeing. Our vision is transformed health and social care ecosystems that ensure every individual receives person-centered care rooted in authentic healing relationships. INSPIRE’s new Community Engagement Learning Network is a unique opportunity […]
The Addiction Technology Transfer Centers (ATTCs) play a critical role in advancing our nation’s health by equipping healthcare professionals and community organizations with effective tools to address individuals, children, and families impacted by alcohol and drug use. We build local capacity of the behavioral health workforce resulting in treatment that leads to long-term recovery and […]
This interactive webinar explores how documentation can become more trauma-informed, healing-centered, and responsive to the people we serve. Participants will examine how bias and language can shape written records, consider how documentation may unintentionally cause harm, and learn practical strategies for writing thoughtful, person-centered notes using various approaches.
The Addiction Technology Transfer Centers (ATTCs) play a critical role in advancing our nation’s health by equipping healthcare professionals and community organizations with effective tools to address individuals, children, and families impacted by alcohol and drug use. We build local capacity of the behavioral health workforce resulting in treatment that leads to long-term recovery and […]
This 4-hour course is approved for Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA) and Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC) renewal and elective credits in New York State. continuing education course provides Certified Recovery Peer Advocates (CRPAs) and Certified Addiction Recovery Coaches (CARCs) with the ethical skills, boundaries, and best practices needed to deliver safe, professional, and trauma-informed […]
The Academy for Community Behavioral Health, part of the CUNY School of Professional Studies, launched in June 2021 with funding from the Mayor’s Office of Community Mental Health and Mayor’s Office for Economic Opportunity. The Academy puts behavioral health tools in the hands of community-based organizations and others who have meaningful opportunities to start conversations and […]
The purpose of this event is to examine the ethical opportunities and challenges associated with the use of artificial intelligence (AI), chatbots, and digital companions in social work and healthcare settings. This training will explore how AI-powered technologies are increasingly being used to support communication, mental health, aging, care coordination, and patient engagement, while also […]
Restorative practices is a field of study that explores how to strengthen the social bonds that connect and heal our relationships and communities. With the IIRP Graduate School’s online, in-person, and blended programs, you can learn how to effect real, lasting change for yourself and the world around you. In this highly interactive experience, you […]
This highly interactive, 6-hour, discussion-based workshop will explore the unique experiences of the LGB and TQ+ populations through the lens of our role as support professionals and what awareness and practices we can engage in to best serve them. Throughout the training, participants will have the opportunity to apply evidence-based coaching strategies and tools relevant […]
All applicants must have access to computer, on camera and participatory, Must attend all day Credit Hours: 7 Credit Types: CRPA, CARC Friends of Recovery – New York (FOR-NY) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to demonstrate the power and promise of recovery from addictions and its value to individuals, families and communities throughout New […]
All candidates must have access to an electronic device with camera to receive full credits and Participatory. Credit Hours: 8 Credit Types: CRPA, CARC Friends of Recovery – New York (FOR-NY) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization with a mission to demonstrate the power and promise of recovery from addictions and its value to individuals, families […]
Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies. We carry all of our identities with us into […]
Mental health affects everyone. One in five people will experience a mental health challenge, and chances are you know someone who’s struggling. That’s why it’s so important to know how to help. When you can spot the signs early and offer support, you can make a real difference in someone’s well-being. In this workshop, you’ll […]
The Camden Coalition’s mission is to demonstrate and advance strong ecosystems of care in which people with complex needs can achieve health and wellbeing. Our vision is transformed health and social care ecosystems that ensure every individual receives person-centered care rooted in authentic healing relationships. INSPIRE’s new Community Engagement Learning Network is a unique opportunity […]
The Academy for Community Behavioral Health, part of the CUNY School of Professional Studies, launched in June 2021 with funding from the Mayor’s Office of Community Mental Health and Mayor’s Office for Economic Opportunity. The Academy puts behavioral health tools in the hands of community-based organizations and others who have meaningful opportunities to start conversations and […]
This course goes beyond informing Peers about the current medications used to assist recovery; it dispels the myths and sometimes harmful practices in our recovery communities where bias and stigma often interfere with evidence-based data and practices. Learn the facts and explore commonly held views. Medication Supported Recovery (MSR, formerly MAT) is an important component […]
MCTAC works closely with funders and key strategic partners to advance the delivery of high-quality behavioral health services, particularly as New York State continually evolves and improves its Medicaid program. Playing an essential role in this effort, MCTAC assists stakeholders across these systems, such as government agencies, managed care plans, healthcare providers, electronic health record […]
This 6-hour instructor led continuing education course provides Certified Recovery Peer Advocates (CRPA) and Certified Addiction Recovery Coaches (CARC) with with trauma-informed skills to respond to emotional distress and crisis situations while maintaining peer role integrity and personal wellbeing. It is approved for CRPA and CARC renewal credits or CARC elective credits. Credit Hours: 6 Credit […]
People with behavioral health needs often do not receive the appropriate level of care that they need for a variety of reasons. When untreated or under-treated, this can lead to a cycle of homelessness and repeated contacts with the justice system—which then leads to lower chances of these individuals receiving the proper assistance. This webinar, […]
Critical incidents such as unexpected death, violence, or a natural disaster have a lasting emotional impact on the people who experience or witness them. Organizations, schools, and communities need to be prepared to provide support during and after these crisis situations. This workshop gives you the tools to organize quickly and effectively during high-stress situations, […]
Trauma is prevalent in our world and has an impact on many of the people we interact with, including those who engage with our organizations. Compassionate and trauma-informed care is essential to providing effective support and building sustainable services. Based on our book, A Little Book About Trauma-Informed Workplaces, this workshop explores five key principles […]
Research shows that youth with behavioral health needs are significantly overrepresented in the justice system, with nearly 70 percent having a diagnosable mental health disorder. This highlights the importance of effective case planning for youth and young adults. This work provides guidance for justice professionals on how to better engage, collaborate, and partner with systems […]
NYC’s homeless response system is complex and can be difficult to navigate for both clients and service providers. Compounding this, many people who have been recently incarcerated are experiencing homelessness and have to rely on the homeless system. Experts from the NYS JTFMI, the NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), and the NYC […]
The Cash Assistance (CA) program is an income support program of last resort for many low-income families and individuals in need. There are complicated rules to determine who is included as part of a household and how much income will count towards eligibility guidelines. In this course, we will simplify the eligibility rules and explain […]
People with behavioral health needs often require different levels of care based on their symptoms, circumstances, and treatment goals. The continuum of behavioral health services is vast and, at times, challenging to access the right services. In this webinar, the presenter will review NYC’s behavioral health continuum, including levels of care and available treatment services. […]
This webinar will introduce key considerations for addressing behavioral health crises among infants, young children, youth, and their families within a coordinated crisis care continuum. Grounded in SAMHSA’s National Guidelines for a Behavioral Health Coordinated System of Crisis Care, this session will explore how crisis systems can be adapted to meet the developmental needs of […]
The presenter will integrate lived experience with professional expertise and the latest clinical research on the epidemiology, assessment, and treatment of gambling disorder. The workshop will also provide a historical perspective on problem gambling and addiction, examining how societal attitudes, industry practices, and advances in treatment have evolved. Participants will learn to identify and assess […]
Youth who are struggling with an addiction often resist attempts at intervention. While some youth are merely experimenting, others may have larger unmet needs that can lead to a negative pattern of use. This workshop provides a framework for responding to a variety of addictions, including those related to substances, gaming, internet, and pornography. Participants […]
This three-part series will be a collaborative reimaging of the traditional SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral to Treatment) framework through a critical, compassionate lens that centers client autonomy and recognizes the complex factors influencing substance use. Together we will challenge ourselves to move beyond conventional medical models, exploring how we might develop more nuanced approaches […]
Foundations of Care is the first in a series of courses that prepares learners to advance trauma-informed supervision within NYC non-profit care settings. This course recognizes the strain of persistent systemic inequities on NYC non-profit care providers and the communities you serve, including experiences of stress, primary and secondary trauma, and loss. Supervisors are often […]