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APS Virtual Learning CommunityCommunity News April 1, 2022ContentsAcademy News 1APS Blog 3Community Calendar 5Get Involved 23Research 25Resources 26Job Openings 33Funding Opportunities 38APS Training/Support Network 40About the Academy 42About the Virtual Learning Community 42APS End User Support 43Monthly Column: Ask Maryam 43You can fool all the people some of thetime, and some of the people all thetime, but you cannot fool all the peopleall the time.– Abraham LincolnWelcome to Community News UpdateThis update contains a listing of events, activities, and job openings for the peer support workforce.For comments or questions, send email to: academy.virtual.community@gmail.comAcademy NewsTerm 1 ends at 5:00 pm April 1The Academy of Peer Services is offered in three 12-week Terms each year. Between Terms, the 13 corecourses, 28 elective courses, and 2 supervision track courses are closed for scheduled maintenance andquality assurance activities. They will open again the start of Term 2 on May 2. During the breakbetween terms, 46 courses in our CE (continuing education) category remain open and available to taketoward the renewal of the NYCPS or NYCPS-P certification. If you need continuing education credits,check our Spring Catalog for CE courses you would like to take!Tutoring Services Are Available!Tutoring is a support service offered to APS learners to help with strategies to successfully complete the13 Core courses. (For a flyer, click here.) Tutoring sessions are offered in 30-45- or 60-minute sessions toany learner enrolled in one of the 13 core courses. The tutor will provide supportive services that aretailored to individual needs. For more information, email APSTutor551@gmail.com. To schedule asession, click here.Page 1 of 44
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New courses launch for Spring SessionFor the start of Spring Session, on April 1, two new CE courses are being launched.PSYR01 Choosing the Life One Wants.This course is an introduction to thefield of Psychiatric Rehabilitation (PsyR).Topics of discussion include recoveryand PsyR, two models of provider toperson interaction, the importance ofBill Anthony in the development ofPsyR, and a framework forunderstanding how skills interact withsupports to yield success andsatisfaction.Seat Time: 1 hourSBP01 National Practice Guidelines forPeer Specialists and SupervisorsThis workshop explains the core valuesof peer services as described by theNational Association of Peer Supporters(N.A.P.S.) and their practical application.The workshop covers the followingpractice domains: Enhances knowledgeand skills; management, administration,or social policy; and ethics.Seat Time: 1 hourFor these and a list of the other 44 CE courses that will be open during the break between Terms (April1- May 2, 2022), view the Spring Session Course Catalog.APS BlogIn addition to the newsletter, the APS Virtual Learning Community hosts a blog site, which is anotherway you can stay informed and also get involved. The following list includes articles by guest writers aswell as reposts of news items.Page 3 of 44
This year’s blogs (most recent on top) are:April 1, 2022 – Wellness Institute Calendar (April)March 28, 2022 – Deep BreathsMarch 27, 2022 – Increase Care Not CoercionMarch 26, 2022 – NYS Legislature’s Black, Hispanic, Puerto Rican and Asian Caucus RecommendationsMarch 17, 2022 – Green, by Howard DiamondMarch 7, 2022 – Winter Days, Winter Nights by Howard DiamondMarch 4, 2022 - Spiritual Autobiography, by Karen BeckMarch 2, 2022 - HHS Secretary Kicks Off National TourMarch 2, 2022 - Celebrating the Accomplishments & Embracing the Challenges of African AmericanLeadership in Our MovementMarch 2, 2022 - President’s State of the Union AddressMarch 2, 2022 - March is Women’s History MonthMarch 1, 2022 – TU Collaborative Resources for Remote Community ParticipationMarch 1, 2022 – Tickboxes and Tokenism ReportMarch 1, 2022 – UIC Solution Suite for Health and RecoveryMarch 1, 2022 - Wellness Institute CalendarFeb 25, 2022 – OMH Celebrates Black History MonthFeb 24, 2022 – Peer Support Groups: Pros and ConsFeb 16, 2022 - Kirsten Vincent Respite and Recovery CenterFeb 11, 2022 - Black History, Freedom, and LoveFeb 10, 2022 - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion ResourcesFeb 8, 2022 - The Story Behind Black History MonthFeb 7, 2022 - Love, Sweet, Love by Howard DiamondFeb 3, 2022 - Equity-Grounded Leadership Fellowship ProgramFeb 1, 2022 - Wellness Institute February Calendar: Black History Month Health and Wellness JournalJan 30, 2022 - Coercion is Not the Answer to NYC’s Mental Health CrisisJan 14, 2022 - OMH Honors Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr DayJan 13, 2022 - Bracing For 2022 Amid Pandemic, Workforce ChallengesJan 12, 2022 - Secrets of Getting Things DoneJan 8, 2022 - The Healing Power of MusicJan 5, 2022 - Governor Hochul Announces Equity AgendaJan 3, 2022 - Racism a Public Health CrisisJan 2, 2022 - NYC Coalition Sues Mayor for failing to provide safe, non-police responseJan 1, 2022 - Wellness Institute January CalendarShare Your Creative Ideas and Writing!We’re always looking for guest bloggers or contributions of interest to the peer support workforce.Have you seen an article of interest of news to share? Let us know. We may be able to repost it.Send email to academy.virtual.community@gmail.com.Page 4 of 44
Community CalendarPlease Note:Events in our Community Calendar and Newsletter are provided as a public service to our peersupport and supervision community.To find out whether an event is eligible for continuing education for a specific professionalassociation, certification, or program, ask the event organizer directly.Save the Dates for these April ConferencesBeyond the Bars: Movement Building in a World On FireApril 9, 2022 (One Day Conference)Center for Justice, Columbia University Learn MoreNYAPRS Executive Seminar: Mindful Leadership: Reconnect, Replenish & RedesignApril 26-27, 2022NYAPRS Learn MoreCCA “Communities not Cages” Advocacy DayAlbany April 26, 2022CCA Learn More RSVPSHARE! Peer Supervision ConferenceApril 27, 2022 Learn MoreA disorder for everyone (AD4E)April 28, 9 am - 12:00 pm ET (2-5 GMT)Crucial Conversations: authors challenging the culture of diagnosis and disorderAD4E Learn MoreCalendar Announcements are current as of March 31, 2022.New announcements are added to our Community Calendar frequently.Visit our Community Calendar for the latest additions.Page 5 of 44
Words of Wellness:Wellness Institute April CalendarDeadline to Nominate: April 1Families Together Award NominationsLearn MoreDeadline to Submit: April 1SHARE Peer Supervision ConferenceLearn MoreThe Impact of Racial Trauma on EmployeesApril 1, 10:00 - 11:30 am ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreNew Online Tool to Get Started Applying For SSIApril 1, 2:00 - 3:00 pm ETNCLER Learn MoreDeadline to Submit: April 2Submit Proposal for University of Youth Power(June 24-27, 2022)Learn MoreCRPA / CCAR Recovery Coach Academy TrainingApril 4, 5, 8, 11, 12 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm ET Each Day)Recovery Coach University Learn MoreMoving Beyond Mass IncarcerationApril 4, 10:00 - 1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreMHEP Peer Support Training (4 Weeks)April 4-28 (1:00 - 4:00 pm ET Each Day)Mental Health Empowerment Project (MHEP) Learn MoreNew Online Tool to Get Started Applying For SSIApril 4, 3:00 - 4 pm ETNCLER Learn MorePeer Workers UnitedApril 4, 6-7:30 pm ETCity Voices Learn MorePage 6 of 44
WiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)April 4, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MoreJustice Center Summit (4 Days)April 5, 6, 12, & 13, 2022Justice Center Learn MoreUsing New Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Techniques to Defeat Habits and AddictionsApril 5, 10:00 - 1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreThoughtful Support for Voice HearersApril 5, 10:30 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreIncorporating People with Lived Experience into Behavioral Health ProgramsApril 5, 3:00 - 4:15 pm ETCSG Justice Center Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupApril 5, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MoreBrave Conversations for Meaningful SupervisionApril 6, 10:00 - 11:30 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreIntroduction to Race and Racism: Frameworks and HistoryApril 6, 10:00 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreLong Island Peer Networking MeetingApril 6, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ETAMHW Learn MoreLoss, Grief & Resilience: Attending to our Own Coping Behaviors as ProvidersApril 7, 10:00 - 11:30 am ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreEmotional Self-Regulation for Peer CounselorsApril 7, 10:30 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MorePage 7 of 44
The Cultural Formulation Interview (CFI): A Collaborative Storytelling ApproachApril 7, 11:00 - 12:30 am ET(Also April 14, 20, and 29)South Southwest MHTTC Learn MoreAddressing Moral Distress and Moral Injury in Healthcare WorkersApril 7, 12:00 - 1:15 pm ETThe College for Behavioral Health Leadership Learn MoreSupported Decision Making for Adults with DisabilitiesApril 7, 10:00 - 12:00 pm ETAchieva Family Trust Learn MoreSupportive Housing Virtual Learning CommunityApril 7, 11:00 - 12:30 pm ET(First Thursday of the Month)MHTTC Region 2 Learn MoreInternational Innovations to Support the Workforce: Addressing Moral Distress and Moral Injury inHealthcare WorkersApril 7, 12-1:15 pm ETThe College for Healthcare Leadership Learn MoreUnderstanding Trauma and Supporting the Resilience of New American ChildrenApril 7, 2:30 - 4:00 pm ETOffice for New Americans Learn MoreBridging the Digital DivideApril 7, 3:00 - 4:00 pm ET(First Thursday of each Month)Bicounty Conference Learn MoreAccess to Recovery (A2R) Coalition MeetingApril 7, 3:30 - 5:00 pm ET(First Thursday of each Month)Access to Recovery (A2R) Learn MoreManhattan Adult ADD Support GroupApril 7, 6:00-8:30 pm ETIn Person Meeting with a Zoom OptionWest End Collegiate Church(We use the side entrance at 245 West 77th Street- North side of the street between Broadway & West End Ave)) Learn MoreEngaging Youth in a Digital AgeApril 8, 10:00 - 11:30 am ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MorePage 8 of 44
Beyond the Bars: Movement Building in a World On FireApril 9, 2022 (One Day Conference)Center for Justice, Columbia University Learn MoreConnect Older Adults to LifelinesApril 11-15, 2022National Coalition on Aging Learn MoreMoving Away from an Ableist Mindset: The Future of Young AdultsApril 11, 10:00 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreProfessional Boundaries in the Age of Technology with the People We SupportApril 11, 10:00 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreJustice Peer Initiative - Town Hall (Community Meeting)April 11, 12:00 - 1:30 pm ETJustice Peer Center Learn MoreClean Slate & Communities, Not Cages CampaignApril 11, 7 - 8:00 pm ETNAMI Orange Educational Meeting Learn MoreWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)April 11, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MoreWorld Health Organization (WHO) QualityRights LaunchApril 12, 10:00 - 11:30 pm ETWHO Learn MoreTrauma Informed Care for SupervisorsApril 12, 10:00 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreTrauma And "Psychosis": Compassion for the VoicesApril 12, 10:30 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupApril 12, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MorePage 9 of 44
Ancestral Trauma, Wisdom, ResilienceApril 13, 10:00 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreParallel Process: Psychiatric Rehabilitation Modeling in SupervisionApril 13, 10:00 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreEnhancing Mental Health Services for the Hispanic and Latinx Community Webinar SeriesApril 13, 12:00 - 1:30 pm ETMHTTC Learn MoreBehavioral Health Parity for Service ProvidersApril 13, 12:00 - 1:30 pm ETMHTTC Learn MoreGrief in Transition Aged YouthApril 13, 1-2 pm ETCTAC Learn MoreUnderstanding HomelessnessApril 13, 2-4 pm ETRobyn Priest Live Your Truth Learn MoreSupport for Peer WorkersApril 13, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)2nd Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MoreIntroduction to Truly Trauma-Informed Practices in the WorkplaceApril 14, 10:30 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreThe Core Cultural Formulation Interview (CFI): Research and ImplementationApril 14, 11:00 - 12:30 am ET(Also April 20, and 29)South Southwest MHTTC Learn MoreGrief in Transition Aged YouthApril 14, 1:00 - 2:00 pm ET(scroll to the bottom of the flyer for registration)CTAC Learn MoreIntroduction to Truly Trauma-Informed Practices in the WorkplaceApril 14, 2022The Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MorePage 10 of 44
Grief CounselingApril 14, 10:00 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreSocial Media Use and Mental Health Among Sexual and Gender Minority YouthApril 14, 12:00 - 1:00 pm ETCTAC Learn MoreTransformative In-Prison Workgroup (TPW)April 14, 3:00 - 4:30 pm ETTWP Learn MoreYouth Education EngagementApril 15, 10-1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreRestorative JusticeApril 18, 10-1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreNew Hire OrientationApril 18, 1:00-4:00 pm ETNYAPRS Learn MoreWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)April 18, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MoreIntro to "From Crisis to Calm: Verbal De-escalation Skills to Support Resiliency"April 19, 10-1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreCreative Approaches to the Voice Hearing ExperienceApril 19, 10:30 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreTuesday Talk: Racism is a Public Mental Health CrisisApril 19 12:00-1:30 pm ETCCSI Learn MoreCareer Chat: Exploring Change through Education, Credentialing, and Professional DevelopmentApril 19 12:00-1:30 pm ETNYAPRS Learn MoreSession 6: Build Your Resilience Plan One Day at a TimeApril 19 2:00-3:00 pm ETSAMHSA MHTTC Learn MorePage 11 of 44
APS Networking GroupApril 19, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MoreIntro to "From Crisis to Calm: Verbal De-escalation Skills to Support Resiliency"April 19, 10-1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreSuicide PreventionApril 20, 10-1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreTrauma and AddictionApril 20, 10:00 - 12:00 pm ET(scroll to the bottom of the flyer for registration)CTAC Learn MoreUsing Core Cultural Formulation Interview (CFI): with Children and AdolescentsApril 20, 11:00 - 12:30 am ET(Also April 29)South Southwest MHTTC Learn MoreRestorative Justice (Day 1)April 20, 12:00 - 2:00 pm ETFamilies Together in New York State Learn MoreBreaking the Cycle: Families Supporting Youth and Young Adults in the Justice SystemApril 20, 1:00 - 2:00 pm ETFamilies Together in New York State Learn MoreHealing Connections Support GroupApril 20, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)3 Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MorerdBringing Peer Support Meetings into the WorkplaceApril 21, 2022The Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreAdvanced Substance Abuse Counseling During Trying TimesApril 21, 10-1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MorePage 12 of 44
MSR/MATApril 22, 9:00 - 1:00 pm ETRecovery Coach University Learn MoreFinding Direction: Goal Development in Psychiatric RehabilitationApril 22, 2022The Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreRestorative Justice (Day 2)April 22, 12:00 - 2:00 pm ETFamilies Together in New York State Learn MoreAnnual Day of Caring (Clinton, Essex, & Franklin Counties)April 23, 10:00 - 11:30 am ETUnited Way Adirondack Learn MoreLife Upon the Wicked StageApril 24, 2022East Side Institute Learn MoreUtilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills to Increase Resilience and CopingApril 25, 10:0 - 1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)April 25, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MoreKracking Up (in a Good Way)Evening of Stand-Up ComedyApril 25, 7:30 PM ET(Register for free ticket)Fountain House, City Voices, Schizophrenics Anonymous, and Stand Up for Mental HealthLearn MoreNYAPRS Executive SeminarApril 26-27, 2022Mindful Leadership: Reconnect, Replenish & Redesign(Featured Presenters)NYAPRS Learn MoreCCAR Ethical Considerations (3 Days)April 26-27 & 29, 9:00 - 3:00 pm ETRecovery Coach University Learn MorePage 13 of 44
NNEDLearnApril 26-28, 2022(3-Day Intensive Training, Application Deadline was January 25)National Network to Eliminate Disparities in Behavioral Health (NNED)Learn MoreCCAR Ethical Considerations (3 Days)April 26, 27 & 29, 9:00 - 4:00 pm ETRecovery Coach University Learn MoreIntentional Peer Support Core TrainingApril 26, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ET (10 Sessions)Intentional Peer Support Learn MoreCoping with the Trauma Effects of COVID-19April 26, 10:00 - 1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupApril 26, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MoreCCA “Communities not Cages” Advocacy DayAlbany April 26, 2022CCA Learn More RSVPSHARE Peer Supervision ConferenceApril 27, 2022Learn MoreLegal & Ethical Issues Related to the Reporting of Suspected Child MaltreatmentApril 27, 10:00 - 1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreConversations with Tony: ACEs MatterApril 27, 1:00 - 2:00 pm ETCTAC Learn MoreSupportive Housing Models That Work (Part 3 of 3)April 27, 2:30 - 4:00 pm ETSAMHSA Learn MorePeer Workforce Ongoing EducationApril 27, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)4th Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MorePage 14 of 44
Peer Workforce Coalition (PWC) Support CircleApril 27, 6-8 pm ETNYC PWC Join MeetingConflict Resolution in Peer SpacesApril 28, 2022The Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreBehavioral Health Parity 101April 28, 12:00 - 1:30 pm ETMHTTC Learn MoreGrow with Mental Health GalaApril 28, 6-10 pm ETSponsorsAMHW Learn MoreA disorder for everyone (AD4E)April 28, 9 am - 12:00 pm ET (2-5 GMT)Crucial Conversations: authors challenging the culture of diagnosis and disorderAD4E Learn MoreHealing Youth TraumaApril 28, 10:00 - 1:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreWorking with Families with the Cultural Formulation InterviewApril 29, 11:00 - 12:30 am ETSouth Southwest MHTTC Learn MoreFamilies Together in NYS Annual ConferenceBuilding Strong Roots for Success: Today’s Vision, Tomorrow’s RealityMay 1-2, 2022Learn MoreEnhancing Mental Health Services for the Hispanic and Latinx Community Webinar SeriesMay 3, 12:00 - 1:30 pm ETMHTTC Learn MoreWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)May 2, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MoreThe Hearing Voices Movement (HVM) Ethos for Personalized Recovery-Oriented Services (PROS)May 3, 10:30 - 12:00 pm ETThe Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MorePage 15 of 44
APS Networking GroupMay 3, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MoreLong Island Peer Networking MeetingMay 4, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ETAMHW Learn MoreEffective Supervision of Peer CounselorsMay 5, 2022The Coalition for Behavioral Health Learn MoreSupportive Housing Virtual Learning CommunityMay 5, 11:00 - 12:30 pm ET(First Thursday of the Month)MHTTC Region 2 Learn MoreAccess to Recovery (A2R) Coalition MeetingMay 5, 3:30 - 5:00 pm ET(First Thursday of each Month)Access to Recovery (A2R) Learn MorePEER-A-PALOOZASaturday, May 7, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.Creating a Zest for Life Through Growth, Resilience, Recovery and CommunityLearn MoreWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)May 9, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MoreMSR/MATMay 10, 9:00 - 1:00 pm ETRecovery Coach University Learn MoreEnhancing Mental Health Services for the Hispanic and Latinx CommunityMay 10, 12:00 - 1:30 pm ETMHTTC Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupMay 10, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MorePage 16 of 44
Support for Peer WorkersMay 11, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)2nd Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MoreTrauma Informed CareMay 13, 9:00 - 4:00 pm ETRecovery Coach University Learn MoreCRPA / CCAR Recovery Coach Academy TrainingMay 16, 17, 19, 23, 24 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm ET Each Day)Approved by ASAP-NYCB for CRPA and CARC Initial Certifications.Also approved by OASAS for CASAC, CPP and CPS Renewal Hours.Recovery Coach University Learn More5th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness DayMay 16, 2020National Council on Aging Learn MoreWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)May 16, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MoreTuesday Talk: Reshaping Mental Health ServicesMay 17 12:00-1:30 pm ETCCSI Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupMay 17, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MoreHealing Connections Support GroupMay 18, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)3 Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MorerdOMH Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) MeetingMay 23, 2022 8:30 – 12:30 pmStatewide MeetingOMH Office of Consumer AffairsLearn MoreWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)May 23, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MorePage 17 of 44
When the Conversation Turns to SuicideMay 24, 26, 31, June 2: 12:30 - 4:30 pm EasternOnline TrainingWildflower Alliance Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupMay 24, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MorePeer Supervision Training in a ROSCMay 25 & 26, 9:00 - 4:00 pm ETRecovery Coach University Learn MorePeer Workforce Ongoing EducationMay 25, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)4th Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MorePeer Workforce Coalition (PWC) Support CircleMay 25, 6-8 pm ET(Last Wednesday of every month)NYC PWC Join MeetingWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)May 30, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupMay 31, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MoreCCAR Ethical Considerations (3 Days)June 1, 2, & 6, 9:00 - 3:00 pm ETRecovery Coach University Learn MoreLong Island Peer Networking MeetingJune 1, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ETAMHW Learn MoreIntentional Peer Support Core TrainingJune 2, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ET (10 Sessions)Intentional Peer Support Learn MorePage 18 of 44
Supportive Housing Virtual Learning CommunityJune 2, 11:00 - 12:30 pm ET(First Thursday of the Month)MHTTC Region 2 Learn MoreAccess to Recovery (A2R) Coalition MeetingJune 2, 3:30 - 5:00 pm ET(First Thursday of each Month)Access to Recovery (A2R) Learn MorePennsylvania Peer Support Coalition Annual ConferenceJune 6-17, 2022(Flyer)PAPSC Learn MoreWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)June 6, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrakers Learn MoreAmerican Psychiatric Association Annual MeetingJune 7-10, 2022(Social Determinants of Health)Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupJune 7, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MoreSupport for Peer WorkersJune 8, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)2nd Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MoreHope and Healing Conference of Western New YorkJune 9, 2022Learn MoreCredible Messenger Justice CenterNational ConferenceJune 9, 2022Learn MoreMental Health AmericaJune 9-11, 2022Forward Together: Recovery, Healing, HopeLearn MorePage 19 of 44
WiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)June 13, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MoreNAMI National ConventionJune 14-16, 2022NAMICon: Together for Mental HealthNAMI Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupJune 14, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MoreHealing Connections Support GroupJune 15, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)3 Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MorerdWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)June 20, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrakers Learn MoreTuesday Talk: Transforming Crisis Response SystemsJune 21 12:00-1:30 pm ETCCSI Learn MoreAPS Networking GroupJune 21, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MorePeer Workforce Ongoing EducationJune 22, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)4th Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MoreUniversity of Youth PowerJune 24-27, 2022The College of St. Rose in AlbanyYouth Power Learn MoreWiseCrackers (Group for Over 50)June 27, 7 - 8:30 pm ETWiseCrackers Learn MorePage 20 of 44
APS Networking GroupJune 28, 5:15 – 6:30 pm ETEvery Tuesday Networking/Support GroupAcademy of Peer Services Learn MorePeer Workforce Coalition (PWC) Support CircleJune 29, 6-8 pm ET(Last Wednesday of every month)NYC PWC Join MeetingLong Island Peer Networking MeetingJuly 6, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ETAMHW Learn MoreWorking with Hearing Voices & Unusual Beliefs (6 sessions)July 12-14, and 26-28 (times vary)Wildflower Alliance Learn MoreCCAR Ethical Considerations (3 Days)July 12, 13 & 15, 9:00 - 3:00 pm ETRecovery Coach University Learn MoreSupport for Peer WorkersJuly 13, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)2nd Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MoreOMH Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) MeetingJuly 18, 2022 8:30 – 12:30 pmStatewide MeetingOMH Office of Consumer AffairsLearn MoreTuesday Talk: Racial Equity and Data InnovationJuly 19 12:00-1:30 pm ETCCSI Learn MoreHealing Connections Support GroupJuly 20, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)3 Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MorerdNYC Conference for Working Peer SpecialistsJuly 21 and 28, 2022Details coming soonPage 21 of 44
Anti-Oppression TrainingJuly 27-29, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm ETIn-Person Training in West Springfield, MAWildflower Alliance Learn MorePeer Workforce Ongoing EducationJuly 27, 4:00 - 5:00 pm ET (New Time)4th Wednesday of each monthAMHW Learn MoreIntentional Peer Support Core TrainingAugust 2, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm ET (10 Sessions)Intentional Peer Support Learn MoreTuesday Talk: Innovation and Transformation in Education through Trauma-Responsive, EquityFocused PracticeAugust 16 12:00-1:30 pm ETCCSI Learn MoreOMH Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) MeetingSeptember 19, 2022 8:30 – 12:30 pmStatewide MeetingOMH Office of Consumer AffairsLearn MoreTuesday Talk: Building Resilient Organizations Through Adaptive LeadershipSeptember 20 12:00-1:30 pm ETCCSI Learn MoreNational Association for Rights Protection and Advocacy (NARPA)2022 Annual Rights ConferenceOctober 26-29, 2022Newark, New JerseyNARPA Learn MoreThe International Conference on Trauma and Mental HealthNovember 3-4, 2022Learn MoreOMH Regional Advisory Committee (RAC) MeetingNovember 21, 2022 8:30 – 12:30 pmStatewide MeetingOMH Office of Consumer AffairsLearn MorePage 22 of 44
Events in the Community Calendar listing were up to date as of March 31, 2022.The Virtual Learning Community online Community Calendar is updated regularly.Check back for new announcements.The Virtual Learning Community online Community Calendar is updated regularly.If you have announcements or corrections for the online Calendar, send them at any time toacademy.virtual.community@gmail.com.Are we Missing Anything?If you have announcements or corrections for the online Calendar, send them at any time toacademy.virtual.community@gmail.comGet Involved5K Your Way to Mental Health Awareness5K Your Way is an opportunity to raise Mental Health Awareness by completing a 5K in whatever waysuits you and show your support for healing, wellness, and community. Any mindful movement orwellness activity works! Some examples: do 5K worth of yoga, tai chi, weightlifting, walking, writing,cooking, knitting, running. Whatever works for you! The Copeland Center encourages empowermentand self-determination towards healing and wellness, which makes this 5K Your Way a great fit for ourcommunity. Our practices are grounded in concepts of hope, personal responsibility, education, selfadvocacy, support, and connection. Learn MoreAccess to Recovery (A2R) / Urban Justice is Seeking HARP MembersAccess to Recovery (A2R) is seeking people with lived experience to help shape HARP services. HARP is aMedicaid Plan that provides extra services (like peer support) to individuals. A2R is a coalition of peoplewho are directly impacted by these services to advise OMH on policies and practices around HARP. Tolearn more and apply, click here. If you are an Ally of people seeking services, click here.Page 23 of 44
Center for Community Alternatives (CCA)CCA has been a leader in community-based alternatives to incarceration for over 40 years. We promotereintegrative justice and a reduced reliance on incarceration through advocacy, services, and publicpolicy development in pursuit of civil and human rights. There are many active campaigns. Learn MoreLong Island Peer Supervisor Learning CollaborativeSeries of Presentations on Supervision Series FlyerJessica Wolf Presentation: Slides BRSS TACS Self-AssessmentNational Justice-Involved Peer Support CouncilCouncil Mission: to provide national support and networking to advance the benefits, values, anddiverse access of peer-supported, peer-operated, and peer-led initiatives for justice-involvedindividuals/returning citizens.Doors to Wellbeing Learn MoreNew York City, DOHMH Consumer Advisory BoardThe mission of the CAB is to review and make recommendations for existing and future DOHMH policies,programs, services and issues that impact individuals with mental health needs. The CAB will strive toeducate, protect human rights and dignity, and further cultural competency for individuals with mentalhealth needs. For the application
New Online Tool to Get Started Applying For SSI . April 1, 2:00 - 3:00 pm ET NCLER Learn More Deadline to Submit: April 2. Submit Proposal for University of Youth Power (June 24-27, 2022) Learn More CRPA / CCAR Recovery Coach Academy Training . April 4, 5, 8, 11, 12 (9:00 am - 4:00 pm ET Each Day) Recovery Coach University Learn More
