MHJJ Training

JDCAP in collaboration with JCJC is offering this 1-day training on the MacArthur MHJJ curriculum.

Please note that this training is co-facilitated by Trained Juvenile Probation Staff and Juvenile Detention Staff.

Recognizing the need for comprehensive mental health training for juvenile justice staff, the Models for Change Mental Health/Juvenile Justice Action Network developed the Mental Health Training Curriculum for Juvenile Justice (MHTC-JJ) to fill this gap. The MHTC-JJ is designed to provide juvenile justice staff with basic information about adolescent development and mental health disorders commonly seen among youth in contact with the juvenile justice system, the treatment services often used with justice-involved youth, and the important role of the family. In addition, the MHTC-JJ seeks to provide participants with practical strategies for better interacting and communicating with youth in their care who have mental health problems. The curriculum was designed for use with a range of juvenile justice staff, from probation staff at the front end of the juvenile justice continuum to correctional staff responsible for youth in out-of-home secure correctional facilities.

For complete details, visit JCJC's training page

The training will be held at the Pennsylvania Child Welfare Resource Center

Mechanicsburg, PA on 4/2/2014

Statewide Training Opportunity: Autism Spectrum Disorder Seminar - Registration is Now Open

Offered by the DPW Bureau of Autism Services

This is a free training highlighting fundamental content specifically designed for direct support professionals and other community professionals who may interact with individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in various environments. Specifically, this training will provide opportunities to better understand a) core deficits of ASD, b) how to address challenging behaviors, and c) strategies based on best practices.

April 17 in Pittsburgh

April 24 in Harrisburg

April 24 in Erie

April 28 in Philadelphia

April 29 in Lehigh

Details and Registration Information