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Course

Serious Mental Illnesses and Homelessness

Self-paced
1 credit

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Description

This training provides an in-depth exploration of strategies and models for addressing homelessness among individuals with serious mental illness (SMI) and substance use disorders (SUD). It emphasizes innovative practice models, staff wellbeing, and actionable steps to improve service delivery, focusing on collaboration, trauma-informed care, and community engagement.

Target Audience

Service providers, program administrators, policymakers, and advocates working in the fields of homelessness, mental health, and substance use.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Understand the Housing First model and its application in addressing chronic homelessness.
  2. Apply person-centered, trauma-informed, and collaborative approaches in client engagement.
  3. Recognize the importance of supporting staff wellbeing to prevent burnout and turnover.
  4. Implement strategies for system coordination and community advocacy to improve homelessness services.

 

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