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SUMMARY:Troy- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Note: This training is only for individuals who are in the first recertification cycle of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the second recertification cycle\, Second Edition Ethics will be required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across the state of Michigan are required to adhere to the Peer Code of Ethics to help protect both clients and peers. While many ethical issues seem obvious\, others can be more nuanced or unexpected. In this training\, we will explore the Peer Code of Ethics in more detail while outlining effective strategies to set professional boundaries that can help avoid or respond to ethical concerns you may face. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the core components of the MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExplore possibilities of how unethical decisions happen.\nIdentify and evaluate self-care practices to maintain boundaries and ethical behavior.\nExplore how to be more effective when setting and maintaining boundaries.\nPractice and exercise decision-making skills when presented with an ethical dilemma.\n\nTrainers:  \nSara Szczotka\, CPRC\, YRC\, drew on her lived experience to serve in a wide range of professional roles\, including leading a recovery community organization\, working as a peer alongside law enforcement\, providing community-based outreach\, and supporting individuals in inpatient settings. Across these diverse contexts\, her work focused on strengthening recovery support\, improving peer integration\, and fostering collaboration between systems. She supervised peer professionals in multiple settings and has been engaged with Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) since the rollout of the Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) curriculum in 2018. Deeply committed to supporting and advancing the peer workforce\, Sara uses her experience to guide training conversations on leadership\, ethics\, advocacy\, connection\, and the importance of multiple pathways to recovery. \nHunter Spiess\, CPRC\, CPSS\, is an individual in long-term recovery who is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach. With five years of experience in the peer profession and a strong background in harm reduction\, Hunter is committed to supporting individuals navigating substance use\, mental health challenges\, and personal transformation. \nGrounded in ethics\, compassion\, and lived experience\, he brings a steady\, person-centered approach to recovery support and training as a peer trainer for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS).  Hunter is also a musician and a proud uncle to two wonderful children\, who continually inspire his dedication to fostering hope\, resilience\, and connection within the communities he serves. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/troy-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers-5/
LOCATION:Oakland Community Health Network\, 5505 Corporate Dr.\, Troy\, MI\, 48098\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260312T130000
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SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 871 0976 1950 \nPasscode: S2iTFx \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-43/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 844 3155 0904 \nPasscode: rS0TNp \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-44/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 849 2006 3800 \nPasscode: b8kN8M \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-46/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Managing Your Emotions
DESCRIPTION:At the center of everything we do (or don’t do) are our emotions. What would life be like for you if you could stop people from pushing your buttons? What would it be like if you could decide how you wanted to feel about something\, and then feel that way? Would you enjoy life more if you were amazing at managing your emotions? This is your opportunity to get really good at managing your emotions. \nParticipants will: \n\nStrengthen their ability to stay emotionally grounded while supporting others in crisis or distress.\nPractice recognizing emotional escalation early and responding with supportive peer-appropriate strategies.\nLearn language patterns that promote empowerment\, choice and self-efficacy in the people they support.\nDistinguish between empathy and emotional over-identification to prevent compassion fatigue.\nExplore how to use lived experience safely and effectively without becoming emotionally flooded.\nApply grounding techniques they can use personally and teach peers in real-time support situations.\n\n  \nMeet the Trainer: \nChuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)\, Certified Life Coach\, an NLP Practitioner\, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Certified Peer Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training. \n  \nEligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/managing-your-emotions-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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CREATED:20260327T204614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T204956Z
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SUMMARY:Continuing Education Q&A Session
DESCRIPTION:Have questions about the continuing education requirements for your CPSS or CPRC certification? Join representatives from MDHHS to get all of your questions answered. Registration is not necessary. \nThis session is hosted virtually through zoom. You can access the zoom meeting here. \nMeeting ID: 812 3934 0431 \nPasscode: Kk7zZ1 \n— \nOne tap mobile \n+19292056099\,\,82762401475# US (New York) \n+13017158592\,\,82762401475# US (Washington DC) \nJoin instructions \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meetings/82762401475/invitations?signature=u_3VNX1s1CSpFZ5lkM1bBIoNAFMK6QMevA4ePY4lNLo
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/continuing-education-qa-session-45/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260225T160524Z
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SUMMARY:Novi- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Note: This training is only for individuals who are in the first recertification cycle of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the second recertification cycle\, Advanced Ethics will be required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across the state of Michigan are required to adhere to the Peer Code of Ethics to help protect both clients and peers. While many ethical issues seem obvious\, others can be more nuanced or unexpected. In this training\, we will explore the Peer Code of Ethics in more detail while outlining effective strategies to set professional boundaries that can help avoid or respond to ethical concerns you may face. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the core components of the MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExplore possibilities of how unethical decisions happen.\nIdentify and evaluate self-care practices to maintain boundaries and ethical behavior.\nExplore how to be more effective when setting and maintaining boundaries.\nPractice and exercise decision-making skills when presented with an ethical dilemma.\n\nTrainers: \nHunter Spiess\, CPRC\, CPSS\, is an individual in long-term recovery who is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach. With five years of experience in the peer profession and a strong background in harm reduction\, Hunter is committed to supporting individuals navigating substance use\, mental health challenges\, and personal transformation. \nGrounded in ethics\, compassion\, and lived experience\, he brings a steady\, person-centered approach to recovery support and training as a peer trainer for MDHHS. Hunter is also a musician and a proud uncle to two wonderful children\, who continually inspire his dedication to fostering hope\, resilience\, and connection within the communities he serves. \nGlynis Morris\, CPSS\, CPRC\, is a Certified Peer Support Specialist and MDHHS-certified Recovery Coach with over a decade of experience in behavioral health. She recently retired after more than 10 years with Lincoln Behavioral Services in Redford\, Michigan\, where she facilitated groups on trauma and co-occurring disorders and served as a member of the Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) team. \nGlynis brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. She has trained CPSS and CPRC professionals across Michigan on human trafficking and trauma-informed healing\, offering a compassionate\, real-world perspective grounded in recovery and resilience. Her passion lies in giving back to individuals who feel hopeless after experiencing the cruelty of life and in walking alongside others as they rediscover strength\, purpose\, and healing. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/novi-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers-2/
LOCATION:Vibe Credit Union Showplace (formerly Suburban Collection Showplace)\, 46100 Grand River Ave.\, Novi\, MI\, 48374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260427T163000
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SUMMARY:Novi- Advanced Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second recertification cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle\, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training\, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries\, navigate gray areas\, and confidently respond to ethical challenges. \nTraining Objectives:  \n\nCompare and contrast personal values with peer support values.\nExplore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExamine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.\nIdentify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.\n\nTrainers: \nDwayne Kelly CPSS\, is a retired Department of Veterans Affairs Vocational Development Specialist with decades of experience serving veterans and individuals navigating mental health and life-transition challenges. He is a CPSS\, Emotional CPR and Ethics trainer. He is a 100% service-connected United States Marine Corp veteran and is recognized as a subject matter expert on veteran’s affairs. \nDwayne currently works part-time as a CPSS with Community Mental Health in Calhoun County at Summit Pointe\, where he continues his commitment to empowering individuals through advocacy\, education\, and peer-driven support. He is also the Founder/Executive Director of the Veteran Reinforcement Resource Center (VRRC)\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans overcome barriers to benefits\, stability\, and well-being. \nBeyond his professional work\, Dwayne is a husband\, father\, grandfather\, and pastor\, roles that deeply inform his compassionate\, service-centered approach. His life’s work reflects a passion for strengthening individuals\, families\, and communities\, especially those who have served. \nRodasi Campbell\, CPRC\, RCPF\, ERYT\, is a woman on the path of discovery in recovery from substances\, mental health\, relationships\, and the mind. She has an extensive background in spirituality and health including yogic science\, women’s spirituality and alternative and earth-based spiritualities. Rodasi is a mom\, an author\, and a CPRC trainer for MDHHS. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/novi-advanced-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers-2/
LOCATION:Vibe Credit Union Showplace (formerly Suburban Collection Showplace)\, 46100 Grand River Ave.\, Novi\, MI\, 48374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260430
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SUMMARY:2026 MiPeers Conference
DESCRIPTION:📅 April 28-29\, 2026📍 Vibe Credit Union Showplace (Formerly Suburban Showplace Collection) | Novi\, MI \nJoin us for the Annual Michigan Peer Conference—a dynamic gathering of peer support professionals\, advocates\, and community leaders from across the state! \nThis year’s conference will focus on:✅ Expanding awareness\, access\, and information of best and evidence-based practices✅ Focusing on effective tools for peer-led initiatives✅ Increasing insight and skills in multiple pathways to recovery✅ Promoting connections and advancing statewide partnerships for peers \n\nSee the full agenda here!\nNeed lodging? Access discounted hotel rates here.\nWe will be offering up to 11 CE hours for attending both days.\nNew sessions\, “Peer Talks” will be offered at the conference this year during most workshop periods. Rather than featuring a single speaker\, these Peer Talks will feature three consecutive 30-minute presentations from multiple speakers giving a broader range of perspectives on various peer topics. (In order to receive 1.5 CEs for attendance\, you must attend the entirety of all three mini-sessions.)\nDuring registration: You will be asked to provide input on which class from each workshop you are most interested in attending. This does not commit you to attending the class you select but will assist us in gauging interest in each class to help assure sufficient seating and space are available based on demand.\n\nPlease note: Ethics and Boundaries and Advanced Ethics for Peer Workers will not be included as part of the main conference. However\, there are separate Ethics and Boundaries and Advanced Ethics for Peer Workers trainings available the day before and after the conference that you can attend! Registration for these events will open soon on the Events tab of MiPeers. \n📌 Mark your calendar! Registration ends at 11:59 pm April 17th! \nAnnual MiPeer Awards! As part of the 2026 MiPeer Conference\, we are proud to announce winners of the annual MiPeer Awards—a series of honors recognizing outstanding individuals that exemplify the core values of peer support in Michigan. We invite you to submit nominations for peers that have made a lasting impact through their leadership\, advocacy\, and commitment to recovery. Click here to nominate someone today! Nominations close on March 25th. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entirety of any workshop to receive CE credits. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will be allowed to attend but will not receive CE credits. Breaks are built into the conference schedule.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/2026-mipeers-conference-2/
LOCATION:Vibe Credit Union Showplace (formerly Suburban Collection Showplace)\, 46100 Grand River Ave.\, Novi\, MI\, 48374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,Continuing Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260225T161325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T133835Z
UID:10000349-1777537800-1777566600@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:4 Points by Sheraton Novi- Advanced Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers.
DESCRIPTION:Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second recertification cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle\, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training\, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries\, navigate gray areas\, and confidently respond to ethical challenges. \nTraining Objectives:  \n\nCompare and contrast personal values with peer support values.\nExplore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExamine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.\nIdentify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.\n\nTrainers: \nHunter Spiess\, CPRC\, CPSS\, is an individual in long-term recovery who is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach. With five years of experience in the peer profession and a strong background in harm reduction\, Hunter is committed to supporting individuals navigating substance use\, mental health challenges\, and personal transformation. \nGrounded in ethics\, compassion\, and lived experience\, he brings a steady\, person-centered approach to recovery support and training as a peer trainer for MDHHS. Hunter is also a musician and a proud uncle to two wonderful children\, who continually inspire his dedication to fostering hope\, resilience\, and connection within the communities he serves. \nDwayne Kelly CPSS\, is a retired Department of Veterans Affairs Vocational Development Specialist with decades of experience serving veterans and individuals navigating mental health and life-transition challenges. He is a CPSS\, Emotional CPR and Ethics trainer. He is a 100% service-connected United States Marine Corp veteran and is recognized as a subject matter expert on veteran’s affairs. \nDwayne currently works part-time as a CPSS with Community Mental Health in Calhoun County at Summit Pointe\, where he continues his commitment to empowering individuals through advocacy\, education\, and peer-driven support. He is also the Founder/Executive Director of the Veteran Reinforcement Resource Center (VRRC)\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans overcome barriers to benefits\, stability\, and well-being. \nBeyond his professional work\, Dwayne is a husband\, father\, grandfather\, and pastor\, roles that deeply inform his compassionate\, service-centered approach. His life’s work reflects a passion for strengthening individuals\, families\, and communities\, especially those who have served. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nPlease note: This event is taking place at a different location in Novi than the conference site. \nBe sure to double-check the address below before traveling\, as it is not at the conference venue. See the location details provided here to ensure you arrive at the correct place. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/4-points-by-sheraton-novi-advanced-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton Novi\, 27000 South Karevich Dr.\, Novi\, 48377\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260225T161648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T161648Z
UID:10000352-1777537800-1777566600@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:4 Points by Sheraton Novi- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Note: This training is only for individuals who are in the first recertification cycle of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the second recertification cycle\, Advanced Ethics will be required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across the state of Michigan are required to adhere to the Peer Code of Ethics to help protect both clients and peers. While many ethical issues seem obvious\, others can be more nuanced or unexpected. In this training\, we will explore the Peer Code of Ethics in more detail while outlining effective strategies to set professional boundaries that can help avoid or respond to ethical concerns you may face. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the core components of the MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExplore possibilities of how unethical decisions happen.\nIdentify and evaluate self-care practices to maintain boundaries and ethical behavior.\nExplore how to be more effective when setting and maintaining boundaries.\nPractice and exercise decision-making skills when presented with an ethical dilemma.\n\nTrainers: \nJose Salinas\, CPSS\, CPRC\, is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach and a state of Michigan Peer trainer. With over a decade of experience in peer support\, Jose has facilitated trainings in Mental Health First Aid\, QPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer)\, Emotional CPR\, and mindfulness-based programs for addiction recovery. He is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate recovery from substance use and mental health challenges\, offering trauma-sensitive\, and compassionate support rooted in lived experience. \nA person in long-term recovery from addiction\, mental health conditions\, trauma\, and poverty\, Jose is passionate about sharing his story to inspire hope and healing in others. He finds strength and connection through nature\, community\, and his two loyal Australian Shepherds\, Chiquis\, and Peques—his sunrise running partners on hidden trails. Jose believes he didn’t survive addiction for himself alone\, but to support others. His life’s work is guided by a drive to help people find their own paths to wellness and recovery. \nGlynis Morris\, CPSS\, CPRC\, is a Certified Peer Support Specialist and MDHHS-certified Recovery Coach with over a decade of experience in behavioral health. She recently retired after more than 10 years with Lincoln Behavioral Services in Redford\, Michigan\, where she facilitated groups on trauma and co-occurring disorders and served as a member of the Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) team. \nGlynis brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. She has trained CPSS and CPRC professionals across Michigan on human trafficking and trauma-informed healing\, offering a compassionate\, real-world perspective grounded in recovery and resilience. Her passion lies in giving back to individuals who feel hopeless after experiencing the cruelty of life and in walking alongside others as they rediscover strength\, purpose\, and healing. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nPlease note: This event is taking place at a different location in Novi than the conference site. \nBe sure to double-check the address below before traveling\, as it is not at the conference venue. See the location details provided here to ensure you arrive at the correct place. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/4-points-by-sheraton-novi-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton Novi\, 27000 South Karevich Dr.\, Novi\, 48377\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260430T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260225T162318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T134458Z
UID:10000355-1777537800-1777566600@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:4 Points by Sheraton Novi- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Note: This training is only for individuals who are in the first recertification cycle of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the second recertification cycle\, Advanced Ethics will be required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across the state of Michigan are required to adhere to the Peer Code of Ethics to help protect both clients and peers. While many ethical issues seem obvious\, others can be more nuanced or unexpected. In this training\, we will explore the Peer Code of Ethics in more detail while outlining effective strategies to set professional boundaries that can help avoid or respond to ethical concerns you may face. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the core components of the MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExplore possibilities of how unethical decisions happen.\nIdentify and evaluate self-care practices to maintain boundaries and ethical behavior.\nExplore how to be more effective when setting and maintaining boundaries.\nPractice and exercise decision-making skills when presented with an ethical dilemma.\n\nTrainers: \nAndrew Brown LLMSW\, CPRC\, CPRM\, is a clinical social worker\, recovery coach\, and person in long-term recovery. He is passionate about a multiple pathways approach to recovery and is deeply committed to harm reduction. Andrew is also dedicated to expanding and improving services to ensure that resources are accessible for all individuals seeking help with substance-related issues. \nRodasi Campbell\, CPRC\, RCPF\, ERYT\, is a woman on the path of discovery in recovery from substances\, mental health\, relationships\, and the mind. She has an extensive background in spirituality and health including yogic science\, women’s spirituality and alternative and earth-based spiritualities. Rodasi is a mom\, an author\, and a CPRC trainer for MDHHS. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nPlease note: This event is taking place at a different location in Novi than the conference site. \nBe sure to double-check the address below before traveling\, as it is not at the conference venue. See the location details provided here to ensure you arrive at the correct place. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/4-points-by-sheraton-novi-advanced-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers-2/
LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton Novi\, 27000 South Karevich Dr.\, Novi\, 48377\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260504T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260506T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260220T210459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T210459Z
UID:10000353-1777883400-1778085000@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Traverse City- Crisis Through a Peer Support Lens
DESCRIPTION:Note: This training is for peers who work in formal crisis settings including mobile crisis teams and crisis services units. \nAs more peer workers serve in crisis settings roles\, it is vital to understand crisis through a peer lens\, stay rooted in core peer support values and remain anchored in peer support competencies. This training provides information\, skills\, and practical applications that peer workers can use in various crisis settings. \nBy the end of the training\, participants will be able to:\n• Define crisis through a peer support model.\n• Apply core peer support values to crisis situations.\n• Practice trauma-informed responses to reduce traumatization of self and others.\n• Use cultural knowledge to create connections.\n• Develop communication skills to use during crisis situations.\n• Support self and others after a crisis has occurred. \nTrainers: \nDeborah Monroe\, CPSS\, CPRC\, CHW\, Advanced Level Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Facilitator\, has over 15 years of experience grounded in recovery\, connection\, and hope. She has provided state certification trainings within the Michigan Department of Corrections\, and supported individuals returning from incarceration\, she strengthened person-centered planning and is an independent facilitator in Oakland County. Deb is the lead trainer in providing crisis training on behalf of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Peer services area. She established Michigan’s first peer-run respite and has supported peers in a variety of crisis settings. Deb was appointed by two governors to three terms on the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission. She is an advanced WRAP facilitator and provides statewide certification and continuing education training for Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coaches (CPRC). \nJulie Smythe\, CPSS\, is a passionate advocate for recovery and supporting the Peer workforce in the state of Michigan. As the Coordinator of Peer Recovery Trainings and Supports\, Julie is committed to supporting a multifaceted approach to recovery and recovery pathways. As a CPSS\, Julie spent 10 years on the Assertive Community Treatment team\, seven years as part of the PSS certification training team\, before embarking on her current position. She is instrumental in the creation and collaboration of new and best practice curriculums to support the advancement of the Peer workforce in Michigan. \nGlynis Morris\, CPSS\, CPRC\, is a CPSS and MDHHS-CPRC with over a decade of experience in behavioral health. She recently retired after more than 10 years with Lincoln Behavioral Services in Redford\, Michigan\, where she facilitated groups on trauma and co-occurring disorders and served as a member of the Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) team. \nGlynis brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. She has trained CPSS and CPRC professionals across Michigan on human trafficking and trauma-informed healing\, offering a compassionate\, real-world perspective grounded in recovery and resilience. Her passion lies in giving back to individuals who feel hopeless after experiencing the cruelty of life and in walking alongside others as they rediscover strength\, purpose\, and healing. \nEligible for 19.5 Continuing Education credits. \nBreakfast and lunch will be served at this training. \n\nA limited number of hotel rooms are available at a discounted rate at the Park Place Hotel for training participants. \nTo reserve a room\, please use the booking link below and confirm that your arrival and departure dates are correct before completing your reservation. Please note: lodging is self-pay. This training does not cover hotel costs. \nBooking Link:https://be.synxis.com/?hotel=62003&chain=16552&Group=MDRCC326 \nGroup Name: Crisis Through a Peer LensGroup Code: MDRCC326 \n\nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. ONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card.  Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/traverse-city-crisis-through-a-peer-support-lens/
LOCATION:Park Place Hotel and Conference Center\, 300 E. State St.\, Traverse City\, 49684\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260504T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260504T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260311T165803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T165803Z
UID:10000371-1777887000-1777908600@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Overcoming Limiting Beliefs
DESCRIPTION:So often when we hear the word “belief” we think about religion. The truth is you have beliefs about everything and many of them are limiting beliefs that hold you back from reaching your full potential. This training will help you turn your limiting beliefs upside down so you can be in the driver’s seat of your life. How much more could you do if you weren’t being held back by the past programming of your limiting beliefs? Supercharge your future by overcoming your limiting beliefs now! \nParticipants will: \n\nRecognize how limiting beliefs can affect both their own recovery journey and the journeys of the peers they support\, and practice strategies to shift them.\n\n\nIdentify where limiting beliefs often develop and how understanding their origin can foster compassion for themselves and their peers.\n\n\nDeepen self-awareness of personal beliefs to strengthen authenticity and effectiveness in peer relationships.\n\n\nExplore new perspectives on beliefs that promote hope\, possibility\, and recovery-oriented thinking.\n\n\nPractice asking empowering\, respectful questions that help peers examine beliefs without judgment or pressure.\n\n\nExperience tools that support belief shifts at a deeper level so they can model resilience and share appropriate strategies with peers.\n\n  \nTrainer: \nChuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)\, Certified Life Coach\, NLP Practitioner\, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training. \nEligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/overcoming-limiting-beliefs-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260311T161803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T161803Z
UID:10000367-1778574600-1778603400@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Kalamazoo- Peer Connections in Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Peer Connections in Crisis emphasizes the value of lived experience and mutual support in crisis situations. This training teaches participants how peer support complements clinical services in crisis response. It equips peer supporters with essential tools and techniques that reduce tension or intensity. Emphasis is placed on creating sustainable\, healthy crisis support practices. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nDefinitions and types of crises along with common reactions.\nRole boundaries for relational crisis response.\nCrisis support skills that reduce tension or intensity.\nLived-experience–informed humility and trauma informed support responses.\nSelf-care and support after a crisis.\n\n\nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nEligible for 6.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits.  \n  \nTrainers: \nJose Salinas\, CPSS\, CPRC\, is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach and a state of Michigan Peer trainer. With over a decade of experience in peer support\, Jose has facilitated trainings in Mental Health First Aid\, QPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer)\, Emotional CPR\, and mindfulness-based programs for addiction recovery. He is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate recovery from substance use and mental health challenges\, offering trauma-sensitive\, and compassionate support rooted in lived experience. \nA person in long-term recovery from addiction\, mental health conditions\, trauma\, and poverty\, Jose is passionate about sharing his story to inspire hope and healing in others. He finds strength and connection through nature\, community\, and his two loyal Australian Shepherds\, Chiquis\, and Peques—his sunrise running partners on hidden trails. Jose believes he didn’t survive addiction for himself alone\, but to support others. His life’s work is guided by a drive to help people find their own paths to wellness and recovery. \nGlynis Morris is a CPSS and a CPRC with over a decade of experience in behavioral health. She recently retired after more than 10 years with Lincoln Behavioral Services in Redford\, Michigan\, where she facilitated groups on trauma and co-occurring disorders and served as a member of the Dialectical Behavior Therapy team. \nGlynis brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. She has trained CPSS and CPRC professionals across Michigan on human trafficking and trauma-informed healing\, offering a compassionate\, real-world perspective grounded in recovery and resilience. Her passion lies in giving back to individuals who feel hopeless after experiencing the cruelty of life and in walking alongside others as they rediscover strength\, purpose\, and healing. \nDeborah Monroe is a CPSS\, CPRC and Community Health Worker. She has over 15 years of experience grounded in recovery\, connection\, and hope. She has provided state certification trainings within the Michigan Department of Corrections\, and supported individuals returning from incarceration\, she strengthened person-centered planning and is an independent facilitator in Oakland County. Deb is the lead trainer in providing crisis training on behalf of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Peer Services area. She established Michigan’s first Peer-run respite and has supported peers in a variety of crisis settings. Deb was appointed by two governors to three terms on the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission. She is an advanced Wellness and Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) facilitator and provides statewide certification and continuing education training for CPSS and CPRC. \n  \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/kalamazoo-peer-connections-in-crisis/
LOCATION:Delta Hotel Kalamazoo\, 2747 S 11th Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260311T161119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T161119Z
UID:10000366-1779096600-1779118200@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Mastering Forgiveness
DESCRIPTION:I know you have experienced the fact that “we are our own worst critic.” The hardest person you will have to forgive is yourself. Why is that? Wouldn’t it be great for you to be able to forgive yourself for mistakes you have made in the past? Imagine how good you will feel when you are able to forgive yourself! \nParticipants will: \n\nReflect on peer’s individual experiences that may make self-forgiveness feel difficult\, and consider what support looks like for them.\n\n\nExplore separate ways of understanding forgiveness and notice which perspectives feel most helpful or empowering.\n\n\nShare and hear peer-supported approaches to forgiveness that respect readiness\, choice\, and personal boundaries.\n\n\nLook at their life experiences through a wider lens and notice strengths\, growth\, and resilience along the way.\nConnect with hope-building thoughts that support peer’s vision for their future.\n\nTalk through common beliefs about forgiveness and decide which ones support their wellness and which ones they may want to let go of.\n\nTrainer: \nChuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)\, Certified Life Coach\, NLP Practitioner\, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training. \nEligible for 4.5 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/mastering-forgiveness/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260409T190306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T190306Z
UID:10000387-1779192000-1779197400@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:The Being\, Leading Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:A Four-Part Framework for Transforming Lived Experience into Leadership Capital \nThis four-part virtual series will walk learners through career path planning trajectory from line-level functions to utilizing a leadership lens. Because it may be difficult for everyone to attend all four sessions\, each workshop is designed to stand on its own and offer practical\, actionable takeaways. To support continuity\, every session will begin with a brief review of key concepts and definitions from earlier sessions. \nWorkshop Dates (Noon – 1:30 p.m. each session): \nSession 1: May 19\, 2026 \nSession 2: May 26\, 2026 \nSession 3: June 16\, 2026 \nSession 4: June 30\, 2026 \n  \nParticipants are eligible for 6 virtual Continuing Education (CE) credits. \nPlease note: Full CE credit requires attendance at all four sessions.  \nIntroduction: The Alchemy of Peer Leadership \nIn the world of geology\, a gemstone is not created in a vacuum; it is the result of extreme pressure\, heat\, and time. Similarly\, the wisdom held by peer specialists is forged in the pressures of lived experience with mental health and substance use challenges. Historically\, these experiences were viewed by systems as flaws or liabilities. The Being\, Leading Workshop Series operates on a different premise: that these experiences are\, in fact\, the raw gems of a unique and powerful leadership capacity. \nThe Case for Peer Leadership \nPeer and Leader have been viewed as disparately separate identities; peers seeking career advancement and professional development were told they could be one or the other. However\, the most effective leaders in history-from grassroots activists to modern CEOs-succeed because they possess similar qualities that experienced peer supporters have already cultivated: resilience\, empathy\, and the determination to find solutions when possibilities seem narrow. Being\, Leading provides an empowering framework within which peer specialists recognize inherent value in the gem of lived experience- the highest form of leadership material. When peers align their values and experiences with leadership theories\, they aren’t just joining the table; they are redesigning it. \n  \nSession 1: Finding the Gem \nFocus: Asset Mapping & Radical Self-Awareness \nKey Message: Before leading others\, you must identify the raw material of your own resilience. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify three personal assets derived directly from recovery.\n\n\nReframe a perceived liability as a unique leadership strength.\n\n\nDevelop an empowerment statement that bridges self-awareness to purposeful action.\n\nKey Lesson: Your history isn’t a hurdle; it’s the resource. The gem is the wisdom you gained while navigating the dark. \nSession 2: Defining the Gem \nFocus: Developing Leadership Identity & Values \nKey Message: This session moves from the idea of what you’ve been through to who you are as a leader. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify core values of leadership that are important to you.\n\n\nCreate a personal leadership mission statement.\n\n\nDistinguish between the role of peer support to the influence of peer leadership.\n\nKey Lesson: Leadership is an identity\, not a job title. Defining your core values ensures your gem doesn’t change shape based on whose company you’re in. \nSession 3: Cultivating the Gem \nFocus: Boundary Setting\, Sustainability\, and Emotional Intelligence \nKey Message: A gem must be protected to maintain its value. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDemonstrate power-with vs. power-over leadership styles.\n\n\nIdentify personal energy leaks that lead to burnout.\n\n\nDescribe one actionable self-care strategy to counter burnout.\n\nKey Lesson: You cannot lead from an empty vessel. Cultivation is the practice of self-care as a professional responsibility\, not a luxury. \nSession 4: Polishing the Gem \nFocus: Strategic Communication & Systems Advocacy \nKey Message: This is where the internal work meets the external world. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nTranslate lived experience into professional language.\n\n\nDevelop an itemized leadership vision statement.\n\n\nCreate a strategy quadrant that diagrams your personal four-step process.\n\nKey Lesson: Polishing is the process of reducing excess layers so the light can shine through. It’s about illuminating your passion and leading authentically. \nContent: \nAgenda\, slides\, PDF worksheets will be available in the virtual gallery to registered participants. \n  \nTrainer: \nDr. Jonathan P. Edwards is a social scientist\, public health professional\, Licensed Clinical Social Worker\, Certified Peer Specialist\, Certified Personal Medicine Coach\, and serves on the faculty of Columbia University School of Social Work and as a clinical instructor at Yale School of Medicine Program for Recovery and Community Health (PRCH). He led the largest peer support workforce within the New York City Hospital system and significantly contributed to the development of the peer support workforce. Dr. Edwards has published research on job satisfaction and supervision practices; contributed to the development of National Practice Guidelines for Peer Support Specialists and Supervisors; presented research and practice nationally and internationally; served on a technical expert panel to develop National Model Standards for Peer Support Certification\, as well as a national recovery research agenda. He has received several awards and has co-authored numerous peer-reviewed articles\, book chapters\, and co-edited the recently published “What It Takes: Wisdom from Peer Support Specialists and Supervisors.”   \n  \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/the-being-leading-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260529T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260529T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260409T164657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T164657Z
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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor- Peer Drift
DESCRIPTION:This interactive training equips peer support workers to hold firm to the unique power of the peer role\, even in environments that may blur boundaries or challenge scope. Through discussion\, reflection\, and practical activities\, participants will leave with a toolbox of strategies to confidently define\, defend\, and embody the peer role across diverse settings. \nObjectives: \n\nRecognize and avoid role drift by strengthening role clarity and staying grounded in peer values.\n\n\nPractice tools for maintaining role integrity\, protecting the distinctiveness of peer support\, and advancing the peer movement.\n\n\nExplore strategies for staying rooted through system pressures\, including policies and organizational culture.\n\n\nRedefine supervision through a peer lens\, centering collaboration\, reflection\, and mutuality.\n\nTrainer:\nTrenda Hedges is the founder of Peer Power LLC and a highly respected leader in the peer support movement. As a Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS)\, Certified Peer Recovery Specialist (CPRS)\, and advanced level Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP®) facilitator\, Trenda is known for embodying the principles she teaches. She maintains strong fidelity to the evidence-based model of peer support while helping organizations implement peer programs in real-world environments. She strengthens peer workforce development across multiple states and is recognized for balancing structure and authenticity in both training and technical assistance spaces. Her work and contributions have been featured on Crisis Jam and in Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) publications. Trenda creates environments where people feel seen\, heard\, and empowered. She believes deeply in supporting the self-discovery process and creating opportunities for peers to identify and elevate their strengths and skills. \nEligible for 6.5 Michigan Department of Health and Human Services continuing education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/ann-arbor-peer-drift/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor Regent Hotel\, 2455 Carpenter Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260602T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260311T154612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T154612Z
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SUMMARY:Two-Day WRAP (Wellness Recovery Action Planning) Training
DESCRIPTION:Training Overview: \nThis training is for peers who are interested in wellness\, recovery\, and creating their own evidence-based Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP). Participants will learn how to develop personal life and wellness goals as they engage in a mutual learning model with other peers. Note: this workshop will meet the prerequisite to qualify for the Three-Day WRAP Facilitator Training. Each day is on Zoom from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. You must attend both days. \nObjectives: \n\nRecognize the importance of the WRAP concept pertaining to your own wellness and recovery.\nList the five key concepts of WRAP.\nLearn the six sections of the WRAP plan.\nDevelop your individual WRAP plan.\nImplement WRAP into your daily life.\nApply the WRAP tools in your work as a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) or Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC).\n\nEligible for 11 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. This is a virtual training.  New update: You can now use up to 16 virtual Continuing Education credits toward the 32 credits required for recertification — previously\, only 13 virtual credits were allowed. \nTrainers: \nDeborah Monroe\, CPSS\, CPRC\, CHW\, Advanced Level WRAP Facilitator\, has over 15 years of experience grounded in recovery\, connection\, and hope. She has provided state certification trainings within the Michigan Department of Corrections\, and supported individuals returning from incarceration\, she strengthened person-centered planning and is an independent facilitator in Oakland County. Deb is the lead trainer in providing crisis training on behalf of the Michigan Depart of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Peer services area. She established Michigan’s first peer-run respite and has supported peers in a variety of crisis settings. Deb was appointed by two governors to three terms on the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission. She is an advanced WRAP facilitator and provides statewide certification and continuing education training for CPSS and CPRC. \nJeanne White CPSS\, Advanced Level WRAP Facilitator\, is a person who has been in recovery since the mid 1980’s. Jeanne brings a wealth of knowledge from lived experiences through her own personal recovery. Jeanne has worked as a CPSS since 2008. Jeanne\, her husband Bob\, and her loyal golden retriever have supported peers as they attended their initial peer trainings as onsite coordinator/liaison with MDHHS Peer services area. Jeanne was certified as a WRAP facilitator and advanced level WRAP trainer in 2008. Since then\, she has facilitated many WRAP groups and trained peers across the state of Michigan through MDHHS and her own business\, Recovery INK\, LLC. Since 2020\, Jeanne has worked as both a Peer Warmline responder and supervisor on the Peer Warmline. Jeanne continues her daily pathway of recovery that is built on a positive attitude and personal responsibility. \n  \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/two-day-wrap-wellness-recovery-action-planning-training-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260603T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260603T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260406T173009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T173009Z
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SUMMARY:Ann Arbor- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Note: This training is only for individuals who are in the first recertification cycle of Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the second recertification cycle\, Second Edition Ethics will be required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across the state of Michigan are required to adhere to the Peer Code of Ethics to help protect both clients and peers. While many ethical issues seem obvious\, others can be more nuanced or unexpected. In this training\, we will explore the Peer Code of Ethics in more detail while outlining effective strategies to set professional boundaries that can help avoid or respond to ethical concerns you may face. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the core components of the MDHHS Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExplore possibilities of how unethical decisions happen.\nIdentify and evaluate self-care practices to maintain boundaries and ethical behavior.\nExplore how to be more effective when setting and maintaining boundaries.\nPractice and exercise decision-making skills when presented with an ethical dilemma.\n\nTrainers:  \nJose Salinas\, CPSS\, CPRC\, is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach and a state of Michigan Peer trainer. With over a decade of experience in peer support\, Jose has facilitated trainings in Mental Health First Aid\, QPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer)\, Emotional CPR\, and mindfulness-based programs for addiction recovery. He is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate recovery from substance use and mental health challenges\, offering trauma-sensitive\, and compassionate support rooted in lived experience. \nA person in long-term recovery from addiction\, mental health conditions\, trauma\, and poverty\, Jose is passionate about sharing his story to inspire hope and healing in others. He finds strength and connection through nature\, community\, and his two loyal Australian Shepherds\, Chiquis\, and Peques—his sunrise running partners on hidden trails. Jose believes he didn’t survive addiction for himself alone\, but to support others. His life’s work is guided by a drive to help people find their own paths to wellness and recovery. \nHunter Spiess\, CPRC\, CPSS\, is an individual in long-term recovery who is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach. With five years of experience in the peer profession and a strong background in harm reduction\, Hunter is committed to supporting individuals navigating substance use\, mental health challenges\, and personal transformation.\n\nGrounded in ethics\, compassion\, and lived experience\, he brings a steady\, person-centered approach to recovery support and training as a peer trainer for MDHHS. Hunter is also a musician and a proud uncle to two wonderful children\, who continually inspire his dedication to fostering hope\, resilience\, and connection within the communities he serves. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/ann-arbor-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor Regent Hotel\, 2455 Carpenter Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260603T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260409T190324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T190324Z
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SUMMARY:Not Just Hot Flashes: What to Know about Menopause and Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Date: Session 1 June 3\, 2026\, from Noon -1:30 p.m. \nSix consecutive weekly follow up sessions (Noon – 1 p.m. each session): \nSession 1: June 10\, 2026 \nSession 2: June 17\, 2026 \nSession 3: June 24\, 2026 \nSession 4: July 1\, 2026 \nSession 5: July 8\, 2026 \nSession 6: July 15\, 2026  \nLocation: Online via Zoom. \nEligible for 7.5 virtual Continuing Education credits. \nPlease note: Full CE credit requires attendance at all seven sessions.  \nOnce a taboo subject\, the public conversation about menopause has opened up in recent years—but the mental health aspects remain undiscussed. This presentation is designed for peer workers\, community health workers\, recovery coaches\, or anyone who provides support to women and people ages 35 – 55. We will learn about the vital importance of person-centered\, gender-inclusive menopause support tailored to the unique needs of this critical phase of life. Participants will receive a Menopause Map\, a plan designed to assist in navigating midlife and beyond with dignity\, respect\, and access to appropriate care and support.  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nStages of the Menopause Transition.\nHow menopause impacts the mind/brain.\nSupport peers in identifying changes in how their medications are working and encourage informed conversations with providers.\nLearn about early onset of perimenopause and how to support neurodivergent peers or others who may experience perimenopause earlier than expected. \nDeepen your awareness of how trauma\, neurodivergence\, autoimmune conditions\, and reproductive history can shape someone’s menopause experience\, allowing for more individualized\, trauma-informed support.\nIdentify key warning signs: Increase your ability to recognize and respond to concerns like sleep disruption\, brain fog\, mood changes\, suicidality\, or first-time altered states\, and connect peers to appropriate supports.\nNavigating contact with medical professionals\, many of whom receive little to no training in menopause. Help peers prepare for appointments\, ask questions\, and advocate for themselves within systems that may lack menopause knowledge.\nStrategies to avoid “diagnostic overshadowing” and learn how to support peers in having their physical and hormonal experiences taken seriously\, rather than dismissed as purely mental health issues.\nUnderstanding menopausal hormone therapy and how it can help with mental health and overall well-being. \n\nTrainer: \nLeah Harris\, MA\, has been a lived experience educator and peer trainer for 25 years\, with a focus on trauma-informed care\, person-centered care\, burnout prevention\, and peer-led innovations. After experiencing an extremely difficult onset of menopause in her early forties\, and enormous challenges accessing appropriate care\, Leah became committed to sharing with the community what she has learned on the intersection between menopause and mental health. Leah is also a certified Menopause Educator with the Menopause Experts’ Group (MEG). She has presented on menopause and psychosis at the World Hearing Voices Congress and ISPS-US and has been a guest on the Depth Work Podcast. Leah is the Board President of Hearing Voices Network USA and co-facilitates a monthly women and nonbinary-centered Hearing Voices group.  \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/not-just-hot-flashes-what-to-know-about-menopause-and-mental-health/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T124500
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260303T171911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T171955Z
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SUMMARY:So Many Roads: A Multiple Pathways Training
DESCRIPTION:Explore new pathways in your recovery journey with our interactive online training. Learn how different recovery routes can support your personal growth and those you serve. Through collaboration and self-reflection\, you’ll uncover and share pathways you may not have realized were part of your recovery. Join us for a session of discovery and connection. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nBetter understand many different groups that support multiple pathways.\nLearn about the history of mutual aid groups.\nSelf-discover all the pathways you have used to support your recovery.\nBe able to help the people you serve build a roadmap of their own unique recovery pathway.\n\nTrainers: \nAndrew Brown (LLMSW\, CPRC\, CPRM) is a clinical social worker\, recovery coach\, and person in long-term recovery. He is passionate about a multiple pathways approach to recovery and is deeply committed to harm reduction. Andrew is also dedicated to expanding and improving services to ensure that resources are accessible for all individuals seeking help with substance-related issues. \nPriscilla Shafor (BS\, CADC\, CPRC\, CPRM\, RCPF) is a person in long-term recovery with over 20 years of experience working with individuals impacted by substance use disorders and involvement in the justice system. Her work focuses on expanding access to recovery support and empowering people to make informed choices about their recovery paths. \nShe is a contracted trainer with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)\, providing continuing education for Peer Recovery Coaches. Priscilla also holds the Recovery Coach Professional Facilitator (RCPF) designation through the Connecticut Community for Addiction Recovery (CCAR)\, authorizing her to facilitate all (CCAR) curricula. Her facilitation style blends lived experience with professional expertise and is grounded in a deep commitment to recovery-oriented systems of care. \nEligible for 4 virtual Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nOnly if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Please note there is absolutely NO driving during the training. If you are driving while attending the training\, you will be removed from the training for your own safety. Training guidelines must be read\, signed\, and returned back to the office before a zoom link is sent to the participant. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/so-many-roads-a-multiple-pathways-training-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260604T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260403T134222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T134222Z
UID:10000379-1780561800-1780590600@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Ann Arbor- The Power of Celebrating Differences
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Celebrating Differences is a full-day\, skills-based training designed for peer professionals supporting individuals in their recovery journeys. Together\, we explore how identity\, values\, and lived experience shape recovery and influence how people find healing\, connection\, and hope. \nThrough conversation\, hands-on activities\, and reflection\, peers will build skills in humility and understanding how overlapping identities and experiences shape people’s lives\, supporting trust\, choice\, and mutual respect. Peers will examine barriers and stigma across differences and practice approaches that build trust\, respect choice\, and strengthen peer relationships that honor both mental health and substance use recovery. \n  \nParticipants will leave with practical tools to: \n\nCelebrate what makes each person unique.\nBuild authentic\, trust-based peer connections.\nCreate recovery spaces where every voice and pathway matter.\n\nThis training emphasizes openness\, curiosity\, and connections\, supporting peers to lead with respect\, recognize strengths\, and walk alongside others in ways that truly support recovery. \n  \nAbout the Trainers: \n\nJose Salinas\, CPSS\, CPRC\, is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach and a state of Michigan Peer trainer. With over a decade of experience in peer support\, Jose has facilitated trainings in Mental Health First Aid\, QPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer)\, Emotional CPR\, and mindfulness-based programs for addiction recovery. He is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate recovery from substance use and mental health challenges\, offering trauma-sensitive\, and compassionate support rooted in lived experience. \nA person in long-term recovery from addiction\, mental health conditions\, trauma\, and poverty\, Jose is passionate about sharing his story to inspire hope and healing in others. He finds strength and connection through nature\, community\, and his two loyal Australian Shepherds\, Chiquis\, and Peques—his sunrise running partners on hidden trails. Jose believes he didn’t survive addiction for himself alone\, but to support others. His life’s work is guided by a drive to help people find their own paths to wellness and recovery. \nHunter Spiess\, CPRC\, CPSS\, is an individual in long-term recovery who is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach. With five years of experience in the peer profession and a strong background in harm reduction\, Hunter is committed to supporting individuals navigating substance use\, mental health challenges\, and personal transformation.\n\nGrounded in ethics\, compassion\, and lived experience\, he brings a steady\, person-centered approach to recovery support and training as a peer trainer for MDHHS. Hunter is also a musician and a proud uncle to two wonderful children\, who continually inspire his dedication to fostering hope\, resilience\, and connection within the communities he serves. \nEligible for 6.5 Continuing Education credits. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. ONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/ann-arbor-the-power-of-celebrating-differences/
LOCATION:Ann Arbor Regent Hotel\, 2455 Carpenter Rd\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260608T153000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260316T181305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T183410Z
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SUMMARY:How to Process Your Own Grief and Loss
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever been stuck in grief? Have you had trouble “getting over” a loss? Everyone has experienced loss of one kind or another. Some experience the loss of a job\, a relationship\, or even the loss of expectations. This list of losses could go on. If you have experienced any loss\, especially if you are stuck in your grief\, this training will help you learn how to process your own grief. This will help you in your own recovery and help you be able to help those you work with at an even higher level. And that would be helpful to you\, wouldn’t it? \nIn This Training You Will: \n\nExplore individual experiences of loss in a safe\, supportive learning space.\nIdentify ways grief shows up in thoughts\, emotions\, and daily life.\nDiscover peer-based strategies for moving through grief at their own pace.\nRecognize strengths and resilience that support healing and recovery.\nGain new perspectives that promote hope and self-compassion.\nPractice practical tools they can use both for their own wellness and when supporting others.\n\nAbout the Trainer:\nChuck Hendrix is a Certified Peer Support Specialist\, Certified Life Coach\, and NLP Practitioner\, and a Board-Certified Hypnotherapist. He has been studying personal growth for more than 25 years. He is always developing special trainings to further the impact that CPSS and Recovery Coaches can make with those they work with. Chuck is known for his unique communication style that is both engaging and funny. You won’t want to miss this training. \nEligible for 4.5 Virtual Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Continuing Education credits. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/how-to-process-your-own-grief-and-loss-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260611T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260311T163013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T153811Z
UID:10000369-1781080200-1781195400@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Flint- Emotional CPR Two Day Training
DESCRIPTION:Emotional CPR (eCPR) is a public health education program that teaches people how to support someone experiencing an emotional crisis using three simple steps: Connecting\, supporting\, and revitalizing. \nEmotional CPR (eCPR) draws from principles found in: \n\nTrauma-informed care.\n\n\nPost disaster counseling.\n\n\nPeer support.\n\n\nEmotional intelligence.\n\n\nSuicide prevention.\n\nRespect for individual backgrounds and lived experiences.\n\nParticipants will learn how to: \n\nSupport individuals in channeling anger or intense emotions into purpose and strength.\nSpark motivation and meaningful change.\nHelp others recognize their own courage and resilience.\nView crisis as a turning point for growth.\nEncourage next steps toward personal goals.\nPractice self-care to sustainably support others.\nGuide others in accessing their own inner wisdom.\n\nWho Can Attend: \nMichigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDDHS) Certified Peer Support Specialists (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coaches (CPRC). \nEligible for 13 MDHHS Continuing Education credits. \n  \nTrainers: \nCarolyn Pifer\, CPSS\, Carolyn is a peer professional and trainer who brings both experience and compassion into her work. She is married and\, with her husband\, shares six grown children and eight grandchildren. \nWith a deep understanding of homelessness\, poverty\, and rebuilding life after a major mental health crisis\, Carolyn offers a warm\, nonjudgmental approach to peer support. In her trainings\, she creates welcoming spaces that honor resilience\, shared experience\, and the belief that recovery is possible. \nBraunwynn Franklin\, CPSS\, is the founder of 313 Network Solutions. She is a consultant\, trainer\, and advocate advancing trauma-responsive\, peer-led systems across mental health\, crisis care\, incarceration\, and reentry. Grounded in lived experience\, her work centers around Black women\, formerly incarcerated people\, and community-based evidence\, translating practice into policy\, leadership development\, and equitable systems change through education\, facilitation\, and accountable partnerships nationwide. \nDwayne Kelly CPSS\, is a retired Department of Veterans Affairs Vocational Development Specialist with decades of experience serving veterans and individuals navigating mental health and life-transition challenges. He is a CPSS\, Emotional CPR and Ethics trainer. He is a 100% service-connected United States Marines Corp veteran and is recognized as a subject matter expert on veterans affairs. \nDwayne currently works part-time as a CPSS with Community Mental Health in Calhoun County at Summit Pointe\, where he continues his commitment to empowering individuals through advocacy\, education\, and peer-driven support. He is also the Founder/Executive Director of the Veteran Reinforcement Resource Center (VRRC)\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping veterans overcome barriers to benefits\, stability\, and well-being. Beyond his professional work\, Dwayne is a husband\, father\, grandfather\, and pastor\, roles that deeply inform his compassionate\, service-centered approach. His life’s work reflects a passion for strengthening individuals\, families\, and communities\, especially those who have served. \n  \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines. \nIf you need lodging\, please use the Google Map link at the bottom of the page to explore hotel options in the area. \n 
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/flint-emotional-cpr-two-day-training-2/
LOCATION:Genesee Health Systems (Baker College)\, 1040 W. Bristol Rd\, Flint\, MI\, 48507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260615T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260615T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260311T184238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T141933Z
UID:10000368-1781512200-1781541000@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Marquette- Seeing Through the Lens of Trauma
DESCRIPTION:This training provides Certified Peer Support Specialists (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coaches (CPRC) with a trauma-informed understanding of how lived experiences of trauma can impact thoughts\, emotions\, behaviors\, and participation in group settings. Participants will explore the principles of trauma-informed and healing-centered peer support and learn practical strategies for creating emotionally safe\, inclusive\, and empowering group environments. The training emphasizes maintaining peer roles and boundaries while responding to trauma-related behaviors or disclosures\, supporting recovery and reducing the risk of re-traumatization. The CPSS and CPRC participants will leave with practical tools they can immediately apply when facilitating peer-led groups within their agencies. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nDefine trauma and Trauma Informed Care.\nIdentify trauma responses using peer support principles.\nDiscuss trauma-informed strategies that promote safety and participation in peer-led groups.\nDemonstrating trauma-informed facilitation strategies through modeling peer-run group activities.\n\nEligible for 6.5 Continuing Education credits. \nTrainer: \nGlynis Morris is a CPSS and CPRC with over a decade of experience in behavioral health. She recently retired after more than 10 years with Lincoln Behavioral Services in Redford\, Michigan\, where she facilitated groups on trauma and co-occurring disorders and served as a member of the Dialectical Behavior Therapy team. \nGlynis brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. She has trained CPSS and CPRC professionals across Michigan on human trafficking and trauma-informed healing\, offering a compassionate\, real-world perspective grounded in recovery and resilience. Her passion lies in giving back to individuals who feel hopeless after experiencing the cruelty of life and in walking alongside others as they rediscover strength\, purpose\, and healing. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/marquette-seeing-through-the-lens-of-trauma/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Marquette\, 1951 US-41\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260616T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260616T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260311T184301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T184301Z
UID:10000365-1781598600-1781627400@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Marquette- Advanced Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second renewal cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle\, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training\, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries\, navigate gray areas\, and confidently respond to ethical challenges. \nTraining Objectives:  \n\nCompare and contrast personal values with peer support values.\nExplore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExamine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.\nIdentify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.\n\nEligible for 6.5 Continuing Education credits. \nTrainers: \nHunter Spiess\, CPRC\, CPSS\, is an individual in long-term recovery who is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach. With five years of experience in the peer profession and a strong background in harm reduction\, Hunter is committed to supporting individuals navigating substance use\, mental health challenges\, and personal transformation.\nGrounded in ethics\, compassion\, and lived experience\, he brings a steady\, person-centered approach to recovery support and training as a peer trainer for MDHHS. Hunter is also a musician and a proud uncle to two wonderful children\, who continually inspire his dedication to fostering hope\, resilience\, and connection within the communities he serves. \nGlynis Morris\, CPSS\, CPRC\, is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach with over a decade of experience in behavioral health. She recently retired after more than 10 years with Lincoln Behavioral Services in Redford\, Michigan\, where she facilitated groups on trauma and co-occurring disorders and served as a member of the Dialectical Behavior Therapy team.\nGlynis brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work. She has trained CPSS and CPRC professionals across Michigan on human trafficking and trauma-informed healing\, offering a compassionate\, real-world perspective grounded in recovery and resilience. Her passion lies in giving back to individuals who feel hopeless after experiencing the cruelty of life and in walking alongside others as they rediscover strength\, purpose\, and healing. \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/marquette-advanced-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Marquette\, 1951 US-41\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260617T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260617T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260311T184321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T184321Z
UID:10000370-1781685000-1781713800@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Marquette- Human Trafficking and the Effectiveness of Peer Support
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Human Trafficking and the Effectiveness of Peer Support is designed to provide peers with functional and practical tools\, enabling them to learn and better understand the crime of human trafficking\, the different types of human trafficking that exist\, and an understanding of the scope of the problem. This course will enable peers in the field to better identify human trafficking and provide greater assistance. Victims of human trafficking suffer a violation of human rights. \nTraining Objectives: \n\nTo gain an understanding of the scope and magnitude of human trafficking.\nUnderstand the unique dynamics of human trafficking and the circumstances that victims experience\, including the trauma and context of fear and manipulation.\nApply tools and victim assistance strategies when working with individuals involved in human trafficking to ensure their safety.\nDescribe the various partnerships that are essential for helping them.\nTo recognize and articulate the various forms of human trafficking and modern-day slavery that exist.\nTo understand the physical\, emotional\, and spiritual trauma experienced by victims.\nTo facilitate a discussion with your agency on human trafficking.\n\nEligible for 6.5 Continuing Education credits. \nPresented by: Deborah Monroe\, CPSS\, CPRC\, CHW \nDeborah Monroe is a Certified Peer Support Specialist\, Certified Peer Recovery Coach and Community Health Worker. She has over 15 years of experience grounded in recovery\, connection\, and hope. She has provided state certification trainings within the Michigan Department of Corrections\, and supported individuals returning from incarceration\, she strengthened person-centered planning and is an independent facilitator in Oakland County. Deb is the lead trainer in providing crisis training on behalf of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Peer Services area. She established Michigan’s first Peer-run respite and has supported peers in a variety of crisis settings. Deb was appointed by two governors to three terms on the Michigan Human Trafficking Commission. She is an advanced Wellness and Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) facilitator and provides statewide certification and continuing education training for Peer Support Specialists and Recovery Coaches. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/marquette-human-trafficking-and-the-effectiveness-of-peer-support/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Marquette\, 1951 US-41\, Marquette\, MI\, 49855\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260624T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260624T163000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260413T180630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T180630Z
UID:10000396-1782289800-1782318600@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:Macomb County- Advanced Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Note: This new training is only for individuals in their second recertification cycle of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) continuing education requirements. For the first recertification cycle\, Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers is required. \nTraining Overview: \nCertified peers across Michigan uphold the Peer Code of Ethics to protect both themselves and the people they serve. While some ethical dilemmas are clear-cut; others can be complex and unexpected. In this interactive training\, we’ll take a deep dive into the Peer Code of Ethics and unpack real-world scenarios that test professional judgement. Participants will learn practical strategies to set healthy boundaries\, navigate gray areas\, and confidently respond to ethical challenges. \nTraining Objectives:  \n\nCompare and contrast personal values with peer support values.\nExplore ethical scenarios using the Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) and Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC) code of ethics.\nExamine personal boundaries considering workplace policies.\nIdentify barriers to self-care and methods to improve self-care.\n\nEligible for 6.5 continuing education credits. \nCoffee and Lunch will be served. \nTrainers: \nHunter Spiess\, CPRC\, CPSS\, is an individual in long-term recovery who is dually certified as a Peer Support Specialist and Peer Recovery Coach. With five years of experience in the peer profession and a strong background in harm reduction\, Hunter is committed to supporting individuals navigating substance use\, mental health challenges\, and personal transformation.\nGrounded in ethics\, compassion\, and lived experience\, he brings a steady\, person-centered approach to recovery support and training as a peer trainer for MDHHS. Hunter is also a musician and a proud uncle to two wonderful children\, who continually inspire his dedication to fostering hope\, resilience\, and connection within the communities he serves. \nAndrew Brown LLMSW\, CPRC\, CPRM\, is a clinical social worker\, recovery coach\, and person in long-term recovery. He is passionate about a multiple pathways approach to recovery and is deeply committed to harm reduction. Andrew is also dedicated to expanding and improving services to ensure that resources are accessible for all individuals seeking help with substance-related issues. \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. ONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card.  Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and registration is not assured until we receive the check\, and you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/macomb-county-advanced-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/
LOCATION:Hyatt Place Utica\, 45400 Park Ave\, Utica\, MI\, 48135\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260628T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T190033
CREATED:20260324T114207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T151337Z
UID:10000376-1782493200-1782651600@mipeers.org
SUMMARY:RAM (Higgins Lake)- Rooted and Renewed: A Restorative Retreat for Peer Professionals
DESCRIPTION:June 26 – 28\, 2026\nFriday\, June 26\, 2026: Check-in time is at 5 p.m.; activities begin at 6 p.m.\nSunday\, June 28\, 2026: Departure\, 1 p.m. \nA weekend of mindfulness\, holistic recovery\, and sustainable peer practice. \nStep away from the noise and into a weekend designed for rest\, reflection\, and renewal. Rooted and Renewed invites Peer professionals to slow down\, reconnect with their inner resources\, and strengthen sustainable practices that support both personal well-being and professional effectiveness. \nThrough guided meditation\, gentle movement\, embodied awareness\, nature immersion\, holistic wellness exploration\, and intentional peer connection\, this retreat creates space for emotional safety\, shared silence\, and deep listening. Participants leave with tools and practices that enhance their ability to support others while maintaining balance\, boundaries\, and resiliency in their peer work. \nParticipants will:\n• Deepen self-awareness and reflection to better understand their responses and support choices when working with the people we serve.\n• Build resilience and stress regulation skills to prevent burnout and maintain sustainable peer support practice.\n• Learn to incorporate nature and mindful practices as tools to help peers reconnect and ground themselves.\n• Practice shared silence and attentive listening to enhance peer connection and model presence without fixing or rescuing.\n• Engage in Peer circles grounded in non-fixing\, non-judgmental communication to strengthen relational skills and supportive community.\n• Reconnect with personal and community wisdom to bring renewed energy\, insight\, and compassion into their peer work. \nWhat to bring:\nWear comfortable clothing suitable for meditation and gentle movement. Bring a personal centering piece — prayer beads or a mala necklace\, lava rocks with essential oils\, a special stone\, or any meaningful object that helps you focus and feel grounded.\nCome as you are. Leave rooted in presence — and renewed for the work ahead. \nEligible for 10 Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Continuing Education credits. \nPlease note that a minimum of 12 participants is required for this training. If registration does not meet this minimum\, the session may be canceled. \nTrainers:\nJose Salinas is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)\, Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC)\, and a state of Michigan Peer trainer. With over a decade of experience in peer support\, Jose has facilitated trainings in Mental Health First Aid\, QPR (Question\, Persuade\, Refer)\, Emotional CPR\, and mindfulness-based programs for addiction recovery. He is deeply committed to helping individuals navigate recovery from substance use and mental health challenges\, offering trauma-sensitive\, and compassionate support rooted in lived experience. \nA person in long-term recovery from addiction\, mental health conditions\, trauma\, and poverty\, Jose is passionate about sharing his story to inspire hope and healing in others. He finds strength and connection through nature\, community\, and his two loyal Australian Shepherds\, Chiquis\, and Peques—his sunrise running partners on hidden trails. Jose believes he didn’t survive addiction for himself alone\, but to support others. His life’s work is guided by a drive to help people find their own paths to wellness and recovery. \nRodasi Campbell\, CPRC\, RCPF\, ERYT\, is a woman on the path of discovery in recovery from substances\, mental health\, relationships\, and the mind. She has an extensive background in spirituality and health including yogic science\, women’s spirituality and alternative and earth-based spiritualities. Rodasi is a mom\, an author\, and a CPRC trainer for the MDHHS. \nElig \nRegistration: Please register below (on this site) using a credit or debit card\, which is the quickest way to confirm your attendance. \nONLY if you need to pay by check\, please complete this form (click here) and email it to: registration@mipeers.org. Do not use this form if you are paying by credit/debit card. Please note that this form takes up to 5 business days for processing\, and placement is not assured until you receive a confirmation of your registration. \nCancellation Policy: Registrations may be transferred to another employee of the same agency upon written request to registration@mipeers.org. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 12 days prior to the date of the training. Failure to cancel registration within the allotted time will result in registration fees being forfeited. For questions\, e-mail registration@mipeers.org. \nAttendance Policy: You must attend the entire training. If you are more than 10 minutes late you will not be allowed to attend as part of the CE requirements. Breaks are built into the training schedule. Participants who miss more than 10 minutes of the training outside of scheduled breaks will not receive CE credit. Attendees must follow the training guidelines.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/ram-higgins-lake-rooted-and-renewed-a-restorative-retreat-for-peer-professionals/
LOCATION:RAM Center\, 104 Conservation Dr.\, Roscommon\, MI\, 48653\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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