Events

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 […]

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 […]

Course Description Once a client appears to meet the eligibility criteria for the Cash Assistance program, it’s time to file the application! This course will discuss the ways to apply for Cash Assistance in New York City and the different steps that are required, including the eligibility interview, child support requirements, eligibility verification (BEV), screening […]

Supportive housing combines affordable housing with services designed to help people with behavioral health conditions, histories of homelessness, and other complex needs, including a history of incarceration, achieve long-term stability. Understanding the different housing models and available services is essential for connecting clients to the appropriate options. In this webinar, the presenter will introduce NYC’s […]

This multi session course is designed for NYC non-profit care providers who witness and can help address the emotional, psychological, and systemic challenges experienced by individuals and families navigating migration. It expands on the brief course, Responding to Immigration-Related Trauma, by offering opportunities for deeper engagement with the embodied and relational practices introduced in that […]

Drawing on SAMHSA’s Advisory: Model Standards for Crisis Care Workers and the national guidance introduced in Part 1, this webinar will move from understanding the Model Standards to examining selected areas where crisis systems and organizations can strengthen workforce practice. The session will begin with a brief overview of the Model Standards and then focus […]

This three-part course integrates theoretical frameworks with practical communication skills to consider how we can bring a more holistic approach to our work with people who use drugs. The first session introduces Dr. Zinberg’s “Drug, Set, Setting” framework to develop a multidimensional understanding of drug use, examining how pharmacological properties, individual characteristics, and societal factors […]

Victim service providers at every level, national, state, and local, are grappling with the painful reality of doing more with less. Federal and state cuts to basic safety net resources are leaving survivors with impossible choices: staying in unsafe environments, facing financial collapse, or returning to abusive situations. At the same time, programs that serve […]

If trauma is chaos, healing is order. This webinar explores what recovery looks like for the helpers themselves—criminal justice and human service professionals carrying the weight of secondary trauma. Drawing from Dr. Judith Herman’s empirically validated Trauma and Recovery framework, we’ll examine each of the four stages of healing through the lens of provider well-being. […]

The Family Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement (FHEPS) is a rental subsidy for families with children in NYC who are on Cash Assistance (CA).  In this course, we will briefly review key elements of the CA program, including how household size is determined and how income is calculated. We will cover FHEPS eligibility and the FHEPS […]

If you work with people, it’s crucial to know how to defuse dangerous situations before they become violent. This workshop will equip you with a trauma-informed approach to de-escalate situations with confidence, interpersonal communication skills, and empathy. You will explore the dynamics of how our brains manage escalating emotions, identify enablers of violence, and learn regulation skills […]

A complete and well-developed supportive housing application is critical to accurately presenting the client’s needs, strengths, and eligibility for housing. Incomplete documentation or insufficient information can delay approval and reduce the likelihood of a successful housing placement. In this webinar, the presenter will share best practices for conducting housing-focused assessments and preparing accurate, comprehensive applications, […]

What does leadership look like at the top — especially for women who’ve spent decades in public service? In this candid, wide-ranging conversation, three senior leaders in corrections share the real talk behind the titles: how they’ve navigated career wins and setbacks, the weight of caregiving and postponed self-care, the question of what comes next, […]

This second webinar builds on the mobile crisis foundations introduced in Webinar 1 by examining how communities structure the “someone to respond” component of a coordinated behavioral health crisis continuum. The session reviews behavioral health-led mobile crisis teams, co-responder approaches, peer models, and hybrid or regional adaptations comparing their purposes, strengths, limitations, and appropriate use […]