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SUMMARY:Embodying Peer Values: Core Competencies of Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Peer Exchange Collaborative\nA peer-led space for support\, strategy\, and skill-building where MDHHS certified peers strengthen practice through shared experience\, real-world situations\, and peer-driven solutions. This is a moderated space for CPSSs and CPRCs to come together\, reflect\, and strengthen their skills in real time. \n\nA monthly theme to guide reflection and growth\nOpen sharing from current experiences in the field\nCollaborative problem-solving and strategy exchange\nPeer-to-peer support grounded in ethics\, boundaries\, and lived experience\n\n\n\nDetails:\n\nNo CEs are provided for participation\nNo cost\n1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month\, 12-1pm\n\n\n\nRegistration is required to access the session. Please be mindful that there are a limited number of spots. If you are registered\, then do not attend\, another peer may not get the support they are in need of.\n\nWhile sessions are moderated by MDHHS Peer Services Area team members\, discussion and participation is needed from those in attendance in order for it to be successful. Please be prepared to share when attending.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/embodying-peer-values-core-competencies-of-peer-workers/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:PEC
ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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SUMMARY:Jackson- Ethics and Boundaries for Peer Workers
DESCRIPTION:Important 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. \n  \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. \n  \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\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.\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. \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 MDHHS since the rollout of the 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. \n  \nCoffee and lunch will be served at this training. \nEligible for 6.5 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 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 7 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/jackson-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers-2/
LOCATION:Common Wealth Commerce Center\, Floor 4 Room 404\, 209 E Washington Avenue\, Jackson\, 49201\, 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:20261012T083000
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SUMMARY:Recovery Coach Certification Training - Grand Rapids\, MI
DESCRIPTION:The peer support field is always growing! If you are interested in becoming an MDHHS recovery coach (CPRC)\, use this information about the certification process. \nSteps to becoming a certified peer recovery coach or support specialist:​ \n\nReview the CPRC application linked here. On the very first page of the applications you will find a list of eligibility requirements to be eligible for certification.\nIf you meet all of those requirements\, complete the application and submit it here: Certification Application Submission – MiPeers\nOnce submitted\, your application will be reviewed and someone from the MDHHS team will reach out within 15 business days with information on the next steps in the process.\n\nQuestions? Email MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov \nLink to CPRC Application \n 
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/recovery-coach-certification-training-grand-rapids-mi-2/
LOCATION:Country Inn & Suites by Radisson\, Grand Rapids East\, 3251 Deposit Dr NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49546\, United States
CATEGORIES:CPRC/CPSS Certification
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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: 810 7815 8926 \nPasscode: mm16ee \nJoin and take notes \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/81078158926?pwd=mIv8pDrlaYfTAuDBHayL4CbN1D7Ybh.1&mynotes=on \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-54/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTAMP:20261002T132345Z
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SUMMARY:Peer Exchange Collaborative - The Arts in Recovery
DESCRIPTION:Peer Exchange Collaborative\nA peer-led space for support\, strategy\, and skill-building where MDHHS certified peers strengthen practice through shared experience\, real-world situations\, and peer-driven solutions. This is a moderated space for CPSSs and CPRCs to come together\, reflect\, and strengthen their skills in real time. \n\nA monthly theme to guide reflection and growth\nOpen sharing from current experiences in the field\nCollaborative problem-solving and strategy exchange\nPeer-to-peer support grounded in ethics\, boundaries\, and lived experience\n\n\n\nDetails:\n\nNo CEs are provided for participation\nNo cost\n1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month\, 12-1pm\n\n\n\nRegistration is required to access the session. Please be mindful that there are a limited number of spots. If you are registered\, then do not attend\, another peer may not get the support they are in need of.\n\nWhile sessions are moderated by MDHHS Peer Services Area team members\, discussion and participation is needed from those in attendance in order for it to be successful. Please be prepared to share when attending.
URL:https://mipeers.org/event/embodying-peer-values-core-competencies-of-peer-workers-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:PEC
ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261026T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260820T155519Z
CREATED:20260812T193420Z
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SUMMARY:RAM Center (Higgins Lake)- 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:  \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. \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 Continuing Education credits. \nInterested in attending additional trainings at the RAM Retreat Center this week? \nPlease select any additional training sessions you would like to attend\, below are links for all available trainings at Higgins\, you must sign up for each separately: \n\nMonday\, October 26: Ethics and Boundaries or 8 Dimensions of Wellness\nTuesday\, October 27: Building Financial Wellness or Supporting Yourself while Supporting Others\nWednesday\, October 28: Moral Injury or Advanced Ethics and Boundaries\nThursday October 29: Seeing through the Lens of Trauma\, or Not Every Storm is a Crisis: Exploring the Difference\nFriday\, October 30: Leading with Conviction or Holistic Recovery Explorations\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/ram-center-higgins-lake-ethics-and-boundaries-for-peer-workers/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261026T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261026T163000
DTSTAMP:20260820T155519Z
CREATED:20260812T193532Z
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SUMMARY:RAM Center (Higgins Lake)- Eight Dimensions of Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Creating a Balanced Life: Wellness within the Eight Dimensions introduces participants to the concept of wellness as an essential part of personal growth and recovery. This training will increase awareness of the Eight Dimensions of Wellness and explore how each dimension can support balance\, resilience\, and overall well-being in daily life and throughout the recovery journey. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDefine wellness and balance.\nDefine and explain the Eight Dimensions of Wellness.\nPromote wellness in all aspects of life.\nBe able to facilitate Eight Dimensions of Wellness group.\n\nPresented by: \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 Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS)\, Julie spent 10 years on the Assertive Community Treatment team\, seven years as part of the CPSS 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. \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 Certified Peer Recovery Coaches (CPRC) trainer for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). \nEligible for 6.5 Continuing Education credits. \nInterested in attending additional trainings at the RAM Retreat Center this week? \nPlease select any additional training sessions you would like to attend\, below are links for all available trainings at Higgins\, you must sign up for each separately: \n\nMonday\, October 26: Ethics and Boundaries or 8 Dimensions of Wellness\nTuesday\, October 27: Building Financial Wellness or Supporting Yourself while Supporting Others\nWednesday\, October 28: Moral Injury or Advanced Ethics and Boundaries\nThursday October 29: Seeing through the Lens of Trauma\, or Not Every Storm is a Crisis: Exploring the Difference\nFriday\, October 30: Leading with Conviction or Holistic Recovery Explorations\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/ram-center-higgins-lake-eight-dimensions-of-wellness/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261027T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261027T163000
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SUMMARY:RAM Center (Higgins Lake)- Supporting Yourself While Supporting Others
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on wellness\, self-care\, and empowering peers to develop a sustainable support practice. Participants will begin with a check-in to reflect on where they are that day and identify what they need to feel supported. This will be followed by a guided mindfulness session to promote grounding\, presence\, and emotional well-being. \nThe group will explore the importance of peers accessing help themselves\, emphasizing that supporting others requires recognizing and addressing our own needs. The workshop will also touch on the connection between food and mood\, including dietary approaches and empowering choices that can better support physical health\, mental health\, and recovery from substance use. Participants will also engage in a light physical group activity designed to encourage movement\, connection\, and overall wellness. The workshop will conclude by providing an opportunity for participants to reflect\, share takeaways\, and identify ways to carry the wellness practices discussed into their daily lives. \nObjectives: \n\nDeveloping your own coping strategies.\nLearning to manage work/life balance.\nMaking mindful food choices to support your recovery journey.\nLearn how to control your breath.\n\nTrainer: \nJustin Volpe\, Senior Peer Support Coordinator\, National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors (NASMHPD)\, is an international consultant\, advocate\, and peer specialist based out of Miami\, FL. He has presented and trained mental health facilities and other organizations on trauma informed care practices and used his life experiences as lessons to what appropriate care should look like from a community level. Previously before his role with NASMHPD\, Justin worked as a Jail Diversion Peer Liaison for the 11th Judicial Criminal Mental Health Project for 14 years. He has worked as a Certified Recovery Peer Specialist in Florida since 2008 and has extensive work experience in the community. Justin has supervised and coordinated thousands of engagements with participants with serious mental health and co-occurring issues in the criminal justice system. He has assisted in training 4\,000 Miami Dade Law Enforcement Officers in Crisis Intervention Team Training. His passion for this work is based on bringing systems together locally and nationally while reducing stigma and advocating for the persons served. Justin has been in two Public Broadcasting Services documentaries\, The Definition of Insanity\, (2020) with his experience with the Jail Diversion Program and the Ken Burns Documentary: “Hiding in Plain Sight” (2022) on youth mental health. He was published in the Washington Post in 2015 and has many other news appearances and published articles on his recovery journey. \nInterested in attending additional trainings at the RAM Retreat Center this week? \nPlease select any additional training sessions you would like to attend\, below are links for all available trainings at Higgins\, you must sign up for each separately: \n\nMonday\, October 26: Ethics and Boundaries or 8 Dimensions of Wellness\nTuesday\, October 27: Building Financial Wellness or Supporting Yourself while Supporting Others\nWednesday\, October 28: Moral Injury or Advanced Ethics and Boundaries\nThursday October 29: Seeing through the Lens of Trauma\, or Not Every Storm is a Crisis: Exploring the Difference\nFriday\, October 30: Leading with Conviction or Holistic Recovery Explorations\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/ram-center-higgins-lake-supporting-yourself-while-supporting-others/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261027T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261027T163000
DTSTAMP:20260820T155518Z
CREATED:20260812T194402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T155518Z
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SUMMARY:RAM Center (Higgins Lake)- Building Financial Wellness: Empowering Communities Through Financial Education
DESCRIPTION:What is Building Financial Wellness? \nBuilding Financial Wellness is a peer developed\, peer led curriculum designed for individuals with mental health and or substance use challenges. It empowers participants to: \n\nGain control over their personal finances. \nSetting attainable financial goals.\nUsing strengths\, peer support\, and resources.\nBuilding confidence in financial decision making.\n\nDeveloped by Collaborative Supports Programs of New Jersey and the Center on Integrated Healthcare and Self-directed Recovery at the University of Illinois at Chicago\, this program is changing lives and building hope.  \nBecome a facilitator! \nAre you a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) or a Certified Peer Recovery Coach (CPRC)\, enthusiastic about empowering others? Join us for a facilitator training session to learn how to bring this impactful program to your community. \nWho should attend? CPSSs/CPRCs. \nTraining format: A one-day training designed to equip you with the knowledge\, tools\, and confidence to lead a six-week course in your community. \nSupport: Agencies must support their peers in implementing this program. \nWhy become a facilitator? \n\nHelp individuals develop financial resilience.\nBuild connections through shared experiences.\nBring hope and empowerment to their community.\n\nInterested in attending additional trainings at the RAM Retreat Center this week? \nPlease select any additional training sessions you would like to attend\, below are links for all available trainings at Higgins\, you must sign up for each separately: \n\nMonday\, October 26: Ethics and Boundaries or 8 Dimensions of Wellness\nTuesday\, October 27: Building Financial Wellness or Supporting Yourself while Supporting Others\nWednesday\, October 28: Moral Injury or Advanced Ethics and Boundaries\nThursday October 29: Seeing through the Lens of Trauma\, or Not Every Storm is a Crisis: Exploring the Difference\nFriday\, October 30: Leading with Conviction or Holistic Recovery Explorations\n\nEligible for 6.5 virtual Continuing Education credits. \nTrainers: \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 CPSS 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. \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 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. \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/ram-center-higgins-lake-building-financial-wellness-empowering-communities-through-financial-education/
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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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: 828 0516 2996 \nPasscode: D0sJyb \nJoin and take notes \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/82805162996?pwd=U6aWahZbju1gUexXbDFBDNGaakjd6h.1&mynotes=on \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-55/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
ORGANIZER;CN="MDHHS Peer Services Area":MAILTO:MDHHS-PeerSupport@michigan.gov
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