2021 Illinois Evidence-Based Practices Virtual Conference Series: Defining and Understanding Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (I/ECMH)

WebEx

I/ECMH is the developing capacity of the child from birth to 5 years of age to form close and secure adult and peer relationships; experience, manage, and express a full range of emotions; and explore the environment and learn—all in the context of family, community, and culture. I/ECMH addresses the needs and strengths of the

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2021 Illinois Evidence-Based Practices Virtual Conference Series: Research Evidence-Based Practices: The Road to IPS

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This session describes the history of evidence-based practices (EBPs) in mental health services. Content includes a discussion of core EBPs in mental health recovery, the foundational studies behind them, and the level of research evidence that supports model programs such as ACT, IPS, and WRAP, among others. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from

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2021 Illinois Evidence-Based Practices Virtual Conference Series: Community Supervision of Persons with Complex Diagnosis to Support Outcomes

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Working to make people successful within their own community requires an astute eye for barriers and strengths. People we serve are much more than what we see in the office or court setting. Outreach into the community and homes makes a significant difference in stability and outcomes. Service providers, probation officers, etc. can see problems

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2021 Illinois Evidence-Based Practices Virtual Conference Series: Expanding Crisis Services in Rural Areas

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The presenters will discuss previous interventions used by Crisis Intervention Teams and Residential Stabilization Facilities, current Best Practices, and CIT expansion in Ohio. They will also discuss implementation of technological systems, collaboration with law enforcement officers and emergency medical services, creating a Mobile Crisis Unit, and stabilization and diversion efforts to private hospitals from state

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2021 Illinois Evidence-Based Practices Virtual Conference Series: Intro to Individual Placement and Support (IPS)

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The goal of this presentation is to educate stakeholders on the evidence-based practice model of Supported Employment called Individual Placement and Support , and to promote IPS as a core mental health service within managed care. We will also share “enhancements” that have been added to the IPS model in Illinois that have improved local

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2021 Illinois Evidence-Based Practices Virtual Conference Series: Nutrition and Exercise for Wellness and Recovery (NEW-R)

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This Evidenced-Based Program originated with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration as a resource for improving physical and mental health with clients served and is in keeping with the Division of Mental Health’s vision of integrated care and utilizing Evidenced Based Practice Programs. The program consists of 8 sessions lasting for approximately 90 minutes.

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Veterans Integrated Services Network (VISN) Community Mental Health Summit

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First ever VISN-wide Community Mental Health Summit! VISN stands for Veterans Integrated Services Network and region 12 serves Veterans in areas across Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan Mental Health Summit will focus on how the VA is working with community partners to create a safe, respectful, and diverse environment for the care of Veterans and

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American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria: 2-Day Skill Building Training (Day 1)

Webinar

This two-day, application-focused training provides participants with an in-depth look at the theoretical foundations of the Criteria, including clinically– driven services, biopsychosocial assessment, the six dimensions, continued stay and transfer/discharge criteria. Incorporating the use of the new edition of The ASAM Criteria book, participants have opportunities for skill practice at every stage of the treatment

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American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) Criteria: 2-Day Skill Building Training (Day 2)

Webinar

This two-day, application-focused training provides participants with an in-depth look at the theoretical foundations of the Criteria, including clinically– driven services, biopsychosocial assessment, the six dimensions, continued stay and transfer/discharge criteria. Incorporating the use of the new edition of The ASAM Criteria book, participants have opportunities for skill practice at every stage of the treatment

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