Recent statewide policy initiatives (Senate Bill 267), emerging research, and new treatment philosophies in the fields of mental health and substance abuse have prompted a move among workers in behavioral health and social service settings to expand their training and expertise. This series is designed to respond to this exciting workforce demand.

Core values
The Behavioral Healthcare Series is designed around the core values of:

• Person-directed
• Recovery-oriented
• Evidence-based
• Trauma-informed care

Core competencies
Participants learn core competencies and skill sets involving:

• Understanding and implementing evidence-based practices
• Strategies for interagency collaboration
• Delivering consumer- and family centered care
• Working as part of an interdisciplinary team

All sessions include hands-on application of approaches and are delivered by selected national and local experts.

Audience
This series is targeted toward a wide audience consisting of behavioral health providers, practitioners, administrators, and policy makers. Key disciplines include psychology, social work, counseling, education, vocational rehabilitation, psychiatric nursing, and child welfare.