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SAMHSA's Disaster Distress Helpline - Posted 7.15
Job Opening: Project Director, STAR Center - Posted 7.15
The STAR Center is seeking a highly able leader with demonstrated experience in assisting consumer-operated and consumer-supporter programs in meeting the needs of under-served populations. An ideal candidate will have personal experience with mental illness, combine substantive expertise in consumer/peer-run program approaches and related issues, including cultural competence and recovery-oriented self-help and empowerment program development with strong managerial skills, federal grant management experience and a passion or NAMI's mission.
The STAR Center is funded by a grant form the Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration, US Department of Health and Human Services and provides, support, technical assistance and resources to assist consumer-operated and consumer-supporter programs in meeting the needs of under-served populations. Specifically the STAR Center's focus areas are cultural competence and diversity in the context of mental health recovery and consumer self-help and self-empowerment. In addition to servicing as a national technical assistance center, the following regions have been designated as STAR Center focus regions/states: Washington, DC, Rhode Island, New Mexico and Puerto Rico.
The Project Director has responsibility for the overall design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of grant activities consistent with NAMI's mission and SAMHSA requirements. For information about the exciting work of the STAR Center, please visit online at www.consumerstar.org
NAMI (The National Alliance on Mental Illness) is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to improving the lives of personals living with mental illness and their families. NAMI advocates for access to services, treatment, supports and research. For more information, please visit the online posting at http://nami.applicantpro.com/jobs/35585.html NAMI is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an email to hrdept@nami.org or call 703.524.7600 to let NAMI know the nature of your request and contact information.
NAMI is an equal opportunity employer.
Central Peer Connect to Meet on August 11th at Friends 4 Recovery Whole Health Center - Posted 7.15
Join your peers from 12:30 - 2 p.m.
7420 Whitepine Road, Chesterfield (23237)
Call the VOCAL Network Office at 804.343.1777 for further information.
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National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month: Virginia Medial Contest 2013 - Posted 7.11
In 2008, the US House of Representatives procaimed July as Bebe Moore Campbell National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month. To raise awareness of menal illness, prevention, treatment and research in diverse communities during this month, the Virginia Departmen of Behvioral Healt and Developmental Services - Office of Cultural and Linguistic Competence and the Statewide Cultural Linguistic Competence Steering Committee are promotin a medica contst for minority mental health awareness. Sponsor, participate n, host activities for a chance to win prizs and be highlihted in various publications. To read more about Bebe Moore Campbell go to http://tinyurl.com/6rf7dbf
Media Contest Rules:
How to participate: During the months of July-Septemer, participate in, host, and/or sponsor an activity or product for youth or adults that promotes awareness f mentl illness prevention, treatement or research diverse communitis(examples: fair, community service project, radio spot, video, poster, school event, etc). Share this activity through pictures, presentations or video.
Submit your media electronically to Cecily Rodriguez via email, mail, or Google Docs.This contsy group and/or organati in state of Virginia. The deadline to submimedia entries is Sepeber30th. Only media projects portrayinmental illness awareness in th areas of prevention, treatment, recovery, or research in minority or traditionally unerserved communities will be considered. Winning entries are subjext to public distribution. Media sumssions will be reviewd and rated in two categories: Youth activities and Adult activities. Winners an Prizes will be announced during Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW), October 7-13th.
The top youth and adult activities will be selected to receive a prize and will have their media displayed and recognized throughouthe state.
Submit entries via email, file sharing, or mail:
Cecily Rodriguiz, Office of Cultral andLinguisti Competence, VDBHDS, 1220 Bank Street,*PO Box 1797* Richmond, VA, 23218-1797
cecily.rodriguez@dbhds.virginia.org 804.786.5872
State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Meets July 23rd in Petersburg - Posted 7.11
The next meeting of the State Board of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 23rd at Central State Hospital, Main Conference Room, Building 113, in Petersburg.The Board's two committees will meet concurrently from 9 - 9:50 a.m. (The committees are the Planning and Budget Committee and the Policy and Evaluation Committee). The 53 page meeting packet is posted on line at this link: http://www.dbhds.virginia.gov/adm-StateBoardDefault.htm#meet
Gubernatorial Candidate Forum on Mental Health Featuring Ken Cuccinelli and Terry McAuliffe - Posted 7.11
The coalition of mental health organizations is sponsoring a candidate forum on mental health. This forum is an opportunity for citizens to hear from Ken Cuccinelli and Terry McAuliffe, Virginia's gubernatorial candidates, on their ideas and policy platforms for mental health issues. The forum will be moderated by May-Lily Lee, Host of "Virginia Conversations" on Virginia Public Radio.
Monday, August 5th from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Oates Theater, Collegiate School, Henrico County (Richmond)Registration is encouraged, but not required. To register: http://tinyurl.com/mentalhealthforum
Spanish Class at "84 Main", in Warsaw - Posted 7.11
Every Friday at 1:00 p.m.
For more information, call 804.333.3581
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.
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)
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 |
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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