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A twice-weekly electronic news-digest delivered to your inbox dedicated to keeping you informed of mental health recovery news and opportunities across the Commonwealth and the nation.
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New In the Digest This Week
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Central Peer Connect Meets Tomorrow, July 9th - Posted 7.8.
12:30 - 2 p.m. in room 203 at RBHA, 107 S. 5th Street in Richmond. We will be enjoying a special program by folks from RAFT house - come join us!
Announcement: Behavioral Health Services Administrator Contract Award - Posted 7.8
The Department of Medical Assistance Services has posted a Medicaid Memo announcing the award of the Behavioral Health Services Administrator (BHSA) contract. The memo can be found at: https://www.virginiamedicaid.dmas.virginia.gov/wps/portal/MedicaidMemostoProviders
The BHSA contract will provide care coordination for Medicaid members enrolled in Virginia's Medicaid and FAMIS programs who are receiving behavioral health services that are not currently provided through a managed care organization, but through the fee for service system. The new contract will become effective December 1, 2013.
Further information regarding the contract and services to be provided by Magellan will be available in mid-July through the Magellan website at www.MagellanofVirginia.com. Inquiries to Magellan via e-mail may be directed to VirginiaInfo@MagellanHealth.com.
NWPC Meets Wednesday, July 10th - Posted 7.8
Northwest Peer Connect will meet at Summit House, 1888 Pear St, Harrisonburg, (22801)
2:00 p.m.
There will be snacks and this meeting will discuss the events and issues we have as consumers in the Northwest area of Virginia. Some of the issues we discussed in the past meeting were BRSS TACS, DBT, and NAMI, just to name a few.
Please come to tell your issues and be informed!
Copeland Center Summit This September in Philadelphia - Posted 7.8
http://copelandcenter.com/our-services/copeland-center-summit
"Advocacy 101" at 84 Main - Posted 7.8
Tuesday, July 9th at 2:00 p.m.
2013 National Peer Supporter Conference in California - Posted 7.8
http://na4ps.wordpress.com/7th-annual-national-conference/
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VOCAL News
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VOCAL Seeks Executive Director - Posted 7.1
Go to: http://www.vocalvirginia.org/#/jobs/4536602138
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News Around the Commonwealth
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Join Friends 4 Recovery Whole Health Center Celebrating 4th Year Anniversary and Grand Opening! - Posted 7.1
July 27th, 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m
7420 Whitepine Road, North Chesterfield (23237)
NAMI Peer-to-Peer Training in November in Richmond - Posted 7.1
http://namivirginia.org/programs/peer-to-peer/
Workshop Offered: Mental Health Recovery IncludingWellness Recovery Action Planning (WRAP) in Henrico - Posted 6.24
A continuing, self-paced workshop for people who experience mental health challenges
Meets every second Saturday of the month from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Next workshop is July 13th at The Lakeside Center Building, 5623 Lakeside Avenue (23228)
Topics include: hope, personal responsibility, education, self-advocacy, developing support systems, daily maintenance planning, early warning signs, empowerment, develop a WRAP, mental health and wellness, peer counseling and support, developing a wellness toolbox, triggers, crisis and post-crisis planning
Facilitated by: Kevin M. Kelly at 804.727.8597, William Hart at 804.727.8555, and David Rockwell at 804.727.8540Email: wrapnrecovery@gmail.com
Recovery Among Friends (RAF) Meets in Ashland - Posted 6.13
Fourth Tuesday of each month, Thomas Hale House, 203 S. Taylor Street (23005) from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
"Our goal is to have a core group of dedicated individuals in recovery who can commit to attending on a regular basis. We intend to create a community of support for those in recovery from a mental illness. We offer hope and a non-judgmental environment".
Call Patrick at 804.317.1255 or Kim at 804.266.6787 for more information and to get connected!
Wednesdays, from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
For further information, call 540.362.0061
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Conferences and Webinars
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Deadline Extended for Alternatives 2013 Proposals - Posted 7.1
The deadline for all proposals has been extended to July 15, 2013.
http://www.power2u.org/alternatives2013/call-for-presentations
The Alternatives 2013 Call for Presentations is available in Spanish!
Proposals for presentations in Spanish are welcome.
Construyendo Comunidades Inclusivas: Valorando Todas Las Voces
¡La convocatoria de presentaciones para Alternativas 2013 está disponible en español! Damos la bienvenida a propuestas de presentaciones en español. Las propuestas deben recibirse antes del 15 de julio de 2013.
http://power2u.org/alternatives2013/spanish
SAMHSA Free Webinar:" Building Community Resiliency and Healing: Preparing for, Responding to, and Recovering From Community Trauma and Disasters" on July 23rd - Posted 6.27
You'll learn about Emotional CPR (eCPR) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Office of Disability Integration and Coordination, both developed as a result of lessons learned during the Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita disasters. You'll hear about the valuable role peers have played in helping other peers and the entire community, including a Superstorm Sandy survivor's moving account of her work last fall assisting other displaced community members in the aftermath of the storm. And you'll learn how one urban community is successfully addressing and reducing widespread violence through collaborative community-building efforts, including their recent adoption of eCPR to strengthen their ability to respond to traumatic events.
Our presenters are: Dr. Dan Fisher (NEC), Marcie Roth (FEMA), Willie Barney (The Empowerment Network), and Margaret Upchurch (MHA of NJ).
We invite you to join us as these inspiring and committed leaders share their promising practices and stories of engagement, empowerment, and healing. Learn how you can help your community work together, should disaster strike.
To read more and register for the July 23 teleconference, visit http://www.promoteacceptance.samhsa.gov/teleconferences/archive/training/teleconference07232013.aspx
Qualified Bilingual Staff Interpreter Training Program for Behavioral Health & Developmental Services Staff in Harrisonburg - Posted 6.27
Tuesday September 10th to Thursday September 12th
In partnership with Harrisonburg/Rockingham Community Services Board
The Qualified Bilingual Staff (QBS) training program was developed by Kaiser Permanente for the purpose of increasing our capability for providing linguistically appropriate services to DBHDS limited English proficient (LEP) patients. The program targets bilingual, dual role staff and trains them in proper interpreting skills during a mental health or behavioral health encounter.
THIS DBHDS TRAINING WILL BE OPEN TO INDIVIDUAL STAFF WHO WORK WITH REFUGEES IN RESETTLEMENT OR IN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND WHO NEED TO LEARN EFFECTIVE INTERPRETER STRATEGIES AND BUILD THEIR TERMINOLOGY AROUND MENTAL HEALTH.
This three day training is for BILINGUAL STAFF working as informal (ad-hoc) interpreters in your organization, this is NOT a training for professional interpreters.
Materials and lunch daily are included; Maximum 20 participants - register early
For further information and to register, email: cecily.rodriguez@dbhds.virginia.gov
Link to Virginia Mental Health Conferences and Trainings Calendar for Opportunities to Attend Conferences and Trainings - Posted 4.11
Go to: http://tinyurl.com/VirginiaCalendar
Do you know of other things that could be posted on this calendar?? Email Yolande Long: yolande@vocalvirginia.org
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Links to MH Peer-Run Programs in Virginia
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Consumer Wellness Center (Annandale)
Recovery In Motion ( Fredericksburg)
kakallay@gmail.com
Blacksburg Computer Empowerment Services
http://computerempowerment.net/about.htm
Friends4Recovery Whole Health Center (Richmond) http://www.friends4recovery.org/#!calendar
Center for Recovery and Wellness (Lynchburg) http://centerforrecoveryandwellness.org/calendar/
Trillium Drop-In Center (Woodbridge) http://pwdropincenter.org/calendar.php
On Our Own of Roanoke Valley http://rvonourown.com/Events.aspx
WeCare, Inc (Martinsville) http://wecaremhc.org/?page_id=42
On Our Own of Charlottesville http://wwhttp://www.saara.org/events-calendar.phpw.onourowncville.org/structure.html
84 Main (Warsaw)
804.333.3581
Other Program Information:
Virginia Peer Support Coalition (Virginia)
Mental Health America of Virginia (MHAV)
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Job Opportunities
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Multiple Positions Available: Disability Rights Advocate, disAbility Law Center of Virginia, Henrico County - Posted 6.24
(telecommuting option available)
The disAbility Law Center of Virginia (dLCV) is seeking multiple experienced candidates for the positions of Disability Rights Advocate. The disAbility Law Center is a new nonprofit organization that advocates for the legal rights of people with disabilities. The dLCV will succeed the Virginia Office for Protection and Advocacy as Virginia's designated protection and advocacy system in the fall of 2013. These positions will be with the new organization beginning on or after August 1, 2013.
The position provides effective, efficient, and timely assistance to people with disabilities in an effort to combat abuse, neglect, and discrimination based on disability. Working in a fast-paced environment, the position is responsible for responding to complex legal inquiries and may have contact with individuals having challenging behaviors. The preferred candidate will have some experience with employment of individuals with disabilities, special education, or Medicaid or will have some experience in conducting investigations.
The qualified candidate must have a working knowledge of disability rights and resources; solid knowledge of the human service delivery system in Virginia; knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding benefits and services for people with disabilities; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated sensitivity for people with disabilities and respect for cultural differences; experience in promoting and advocating for independence, informed choice, and self-determination for people with disabilities; commitment to community integration; and demonstrated commitment to social justice.
Duties include using Microsoft Office applications and other office equipment; managing time and duties professionally and responsibly; and being a team-player. The preferred candidate will have a master's degree from an accredited college or university in a social science, disability-related, or legal field. Fluency in Spanish or sign language is a bonus. Occasional overnight travel throughout the state will be required. A telecommuting option from any location in Virginia may be considered for this position based upon an applicant's demonstrated ability to work successfully with limited supervision.
Salary will be based on education and experience. Benefits include health insurance, short and long term disability insurance, group life insurance, a retirement plan, compensated holidays and other paid time off.
To learn more visit: www.disAbilitylawva.org or mail a resume and a detailed cover letter describing applicable qualifications skills to:
VOPA Human Resources
1910 Byrd Avenue, Suite 5
Richmond, Virginia 23230
PROVIDE COVER LETTER DESCRIBING QUALIFICATIONS.
Positions will be open until filled, however review of applications will begin July 15, 2013.
Persons with disabilities and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
AAEEO/TTY/Reasonable accommodations upon request.
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I look forward to hearing from you!
Sincerely,
Yolande Long
Communications and Events Coordinator
804.343.1777
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