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SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored Spanish CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-spanish-cps-training-2/2026-03-16/
LOCATION:Spanish Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260317T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
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SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored Spanish CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-spanish-cps-training-2/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Spanish Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260318T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260122T144449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T144449Z
UID:10013121-1773824400-1773853200@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored Spanish CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-spanish-cps-training-2/2026-03-18/
LOCATION:Spanish Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DBHIDS-Logo-Hi-Res-2048x871-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260122T144449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T144449Z
UID:10013122-1773910800-1773939600@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored Spanish CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-spanish-cps-training-2/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Spanish Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DBHIDS-Logo-Hi-Res-2048x871-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T090000
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DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260122T144449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T144449Z
UID:10013123-1773997200-1774026000@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored Spanish CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-spanish-cps-training-2/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:Spanish Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DBHIDS-Logo-Hi-Res-2048x871-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260127T201600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T201600Z
UID:10014969-1773999000-1774013400@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that are approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories and the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4 hrs. in length\, delivered in a PowerPoint format\, and interactive activities enhance this training. After the conclusion of the training\, all participants will receive a certificate of completion.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/ur-storytellers-storytelling-training-29/2026-03-20/
LOCATION:Philadelphia Recovery Community Center\, 1701 W Lehigh Ave\, Philadelphia\, 19132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Addiction,Black History Month,Community,Mental Health,Self Care,Training,Trauma,wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ur Storytellers Foundation Inc":MAILTO:urstorytellers.info@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260226T203236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180241Z
UID:10014997-1774256400-1774281600@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:WRAP II: Facilitator's Training
DESCRIPTION:WRAP 2 Facilitator is a 30-hour training building on the foundations of Wellness Recovery Action Plan. It will teach participants to facilitate WRAP groups and help people develop their own. Sponsored by DBHIDS for Philadelphia residents ONLY.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/wrap-ii-facilitators-training-2/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:WRAP II:  Facilitator’s Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Training,wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:recovery@mhphope.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260226T203236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180241Z
UID:10014998-1774342800-1774368000@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:WRAP II: Facilitator's Training
DESCRIPTION:WRAP 2 Facilitator is a 30-hour training building on the foundations of Wellness Recovery Action Plan. It will teach participants to facilitate WRAP groups and help people develop their own. Sponsored by DBHIDS for Philadelphia residents ONLY.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/wrap-ii-facilitators-training-2/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:WRAP II:  Facilitator’s Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Training,wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:recovery@mhphope.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260226T203236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180241Z
UID:10014999-1774429200-1774454400@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:WRAP II: Facilitator's Training
DESCRIPTION:WRAP 2 Facilitator is a 30-hour training building on the foundations of Wellness Recovery Action Plan. It will teach participants to facilitate WRAP groups and help people develop their own. Sponsored by DBHIDS for Philadelphia residents ONLY.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/wrap-ii-facilitators-training-2/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:WRAP II:  Facilitator’s Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Training,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/dbhids-event-poster-3.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:recovery@mhphope.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260226T203236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180241Z
UID:10015000-1774515600-1774540800@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:WRAP II: Facilitator's Training
DESCRIPTION:WRAP 2 Facilitator is a 30-hour training building on the foundations of Wellness Recovery Action Plan. It will teach participants to facilitate WRAP groups and help people develop their own. Sponsored by DBHIDS for Philadelphia residents ONLY.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/wrap-ii-facilitators-training-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:WRAP II:  Facilitator’s Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Training,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/dbhids-event-poster-3.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:recovery@mhphope.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260226T203236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180241Z
UID:10015001-1774602000-1774627200@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:WRAP II: Facilitator's Training
DESCRIPTION:WRAP 2 Facilitator is a 30-hour training building on the foundations of Wellness Recovery Action Plan. It will teach participants to facilitate WRAP groups and help people develop their own. Sponsored by DBHIDS for Philadelphia residents ONLY.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/wrap-ii-facilitators-training-2/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:WRAP II:  Facilitator’s Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Training,wellness
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:recovery@mhphope.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260127T201600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T201600Z
UID:10014970-1774949400-1774963800@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that are approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories and the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4 hrs. in length\, delivered in a PowerPoint format\, and interactive activities enhance this training. After the conclusion of the training\, all participants will receive a certificate of completion.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/ur-storytellers-storytelling-training-29/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:Philadelphia Recovery Community Center\, 1701 W Lehigh Ave\, Philadelphia\, 19132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Addiction,Black History Month,Community,Mental Health,Self Care,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/ur-story-tellers-blue-final-logo-100px-3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ur Storytellers Foundation Inc":MAILTO:urstorytellers.info@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260226T182724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T182724Z
UID:10014995-1774949400-1774963800@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many approved as a required prerequisite for applicants seeking to become a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories and the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4 hrs. in length\, delivered in a PowerPoint format\, with interactive activities. After the conclusion of the training\, all participants will receive a certificate of completion.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/ur-storytellers-storytelling-training-hybrid/
LOCATION:Philadelphia Recovery Center\, 1701 W. Lehigh Ave\, Philadelphia\, 19132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Addiction,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ur-story-tellers-blue-final-logo-100px-Copy-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ur Storytellers Foundation Inc":MAILTO:urstorytellers.info@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085916
CREATED:20260310T183632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T183632Z
UID:10015383-1775727000-1775741400@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that are approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories and the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4 hrs. in length\, delivered in a PowerPoint format\, and interactive activities enhance this training. After the conclusion of the training\, all participants will receive a certificate of completion.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/ur-storytellers-storytelling-training-28/2026-04-09/
LOCATION:Pentecostal Faith Assembly Church\, 5347-53 Pulaski Ave\, Philadelphia\, 19144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Addiction,Community,Faith-Based,Family,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ur-story-tellers-blue-final-logo-100px.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ur Storytellers Foundation Inc.":MAILTO:urstorytellers.info@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260306T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194858Z
UID:10015370-1776261600-1776268800@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS) is excited to launch its fourth cohort of the Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA). IRWA is a free certificate training program designed to empower and prepare Philadelphia’s multilingual/multicultural immigrants and refugees with the knowledge\, resources\, and tools to engage in activities that address the mental health and behavioral challenges experienced by local immigrant and refugee communities. \nThe program will enhance participants’ leadership skills\, increase knowledge about behavioral health and intellectual disability challenges\, and empower graduates with the tools to access local resources for themselves and their communities. These interactive sessions reinforce collaborative learning through presentations\, discussion activities\, and meaningful dialogue to build personal and community resilience and wellness. \nIRWA will run Wednesdays from April 15 to June 17. It consists of an orientation\, eight sessions\, and a graduation ceremony. IRWA is offered in person and through virtual sessions. Standard sessions will run from 2 to 4 p.m. There will also be two special sessions: Mental Health Interpretation\, which will last four hours\, and Mental Health First Aid\, is an all-day session. \nApply by March 31! \nFor questions\, email Sarorng Sorn at Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov or Kori White at Kori.white@phila.gov.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-immigrant-refugee-wellness-academy-irwa/2026-04-15/
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IRWA-Grad-2023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarorng Sorn":MAILTO:Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260416T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260310T183632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T183632Z
UID:10015384-1776331800-1776346200@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that are approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories and the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4 hrs. in length\, delivered in a PowerPoint format\, and interactive activities enhance this training. After the conclusion of the training\, all participants will receive a certificate of completion.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/ur-storytellers-storytelling-training-28/2026-04-16/
LOCATION:Pentecostal Faith Assembly Church\, 5347-53 Pulaski Ave\, Philadelphia\, 19144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Addiction,Community,Faith-Based,Family,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ur-story-tellers-blue-final-logo-100px.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ur Storytellers Foundation Inc.":MAILTO:urstorytellers.info@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260306T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194858Z
UID:10015371-1776866400-1776873600@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS) is excited to launch its fourth cohort of the Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA). IRWA is a free certificate training program designed to empower and prepare Philadelphia’s multilingual/multicultural immigrants and refugees with the knowledge\, resources\, and tools to engage in activities that address the mental health and behavioral challenges experienced by local immigrant and refugee communities. \nThe program will enhance participants’ leadership skills\, increase knowledge about behavioral health and intellectual disability challenges\, and empower graduates with the tools to access local resources for themselves and their communities. These interactive sessions reinforce collaborative learning through presentations\, discussion activities\, and meaningful dialogue to build personal and community resilience and wellness. \nIRWA will run Wednesdays from April 15 to June 17. It consists of an orientation\, eight sessions\, and a graduation ceremony. IRWA is offered in person and through virtual sessions. Standard sessions will run from 2 to 4 p.m. There will also be two special sessions: Mental Health Interpretation\, which will last four hours\, and Mental Health First Aid\, is an all-day session. \nApply by March 31! \nFor questions\, email Sarorng Sorn at Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov or Kori White at Kori.white@phila.gov.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-immigrant-refugee-wellness-academy-irwa/2026-04-22/
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IRWA-Grad-2023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarorng Sorn":MAILTO:Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260310T183632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T183632Z
UID:10015385-1776936600-1776951000@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that are approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories and the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4 hrs. in length\, delivered in a PowerPoint format\, and interactive activities enhance this training. After the conclusion of the training\, all participants will receive a certificate of completion.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/ur-storytellers-storytelling-training-28/2026-04-23/
LOCATION:Pentecostal Faith Assembly Church\, 5347-53 Pulaski Ave\, Philadelphia\, 19144\, United States
CATEGORIES:Addiction,Community,Faith-Based,Family,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ur-story-tellers-blue-final-logo-100px.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ur Storytellers Foundation Inc.":MAILTO:urstorytellers.info@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260306T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194858Z
UID:10015372-1777471200-1777478400@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS) is excited to launch its fourth cohort of the Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA). IRWA is a free certificate training program designed to empower and prepare Philadelphia’s multilingual/multicultural immigrants and refugees with the knowledge\, resources\, and tools to engage in activities that address the mental health and behavioral challenges experienced by local immigrant and refugee communities. \nThe program will enhance participants’ leadership skills\, increase knowledge about behavioral health and intellectual disability challenges\, and empower graduates with the tools to access local resources for themselves and their communities. These interactive sessions reinforce collaborative learning through presentations\, discussion activities\, and meaningful dialogue to build personal and community resilience and wellness. \nIRWA will run Wednesdays from April 15 to June 17. It consists of an orientation\, eight sessions\, and a graduation ceremony. IRWA is offered in person and through virtual sessions. Standard sessions will run from 2 to 4 p.m. There will also be two special sessions: Mental Health Interpretation\, which will last four hours\, and Mental Health First Aid\, is an all-day session. \nApply by March 31! \nFor questions\, email Sarorng Sorn at Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov or Kori White at Kori.white@phila.gov.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-immigrant-refugee-wellness-academy-irwa/2026-04-29/
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IRWA-Grad-2023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarorng Sorn":MAILTO:Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260306T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194858Z
UID:10015373-1778076000-1778083200@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS) is excited to launch its fourth cohort of the Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA). IRWA is a free certificate training program designed to empower and prepare Philadelphia’s multilingual/multicultural immigrants and refugees with the knowledge\, resources\, and tools to engage in activities that address the mental health and behavioral challenges experienced by local immigrant and refugee communities. \nThe program will enhance participants’ leadership skills\, increase knowledge about behavioral health and intellectual disability challenges\, and empower graduates with the tools to access local resources for themselves and their communities. These interactive sessions reinforce collaborative learning through presentations\, discussion activities\, and meaningful dialogue to build personal and community resilience and wellness. \nIRWA will run Wednesdays from April 15 to June 17. It consists of an orientation\, eight sessions\, and a graduation ceremony. IRWA is offered in person and through virtual sessions. Standard sessions will run from 2 to 4 p.m. There will also be two special sessions: Mental Health Interpretation\, which will last four hours\, and Mental Health First Aid\, is an all-day session. \nApply by March 31! \nFor questions\, email Sarorng Sorn at Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov or Kori White at Kori.white@phila.gov.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-immigrant-refugee-wellness-academy-irwa/2026-05-06/
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IRWA-Grad-2023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarorng Sorn":MAILTO:Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260310T193035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T193035Z
UID:10015386-1778491800-1778506200@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:Ur Storytellers Storytelling Training
DESCRIPTION:Storytelling is a training facilitated by Ur Storytellers in collaboration with the City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual DisAbility Services (DBHIDS). This training is one of many that are approved as a required prerequisite for applicants who want to pursue the goal of becoming a Certified Peer Specialist. Our goal is to inform the recovery and faith-based communities on how to share their stories and the importance of sharing them in community settings. This training will be 4 hrs. in length\, delivered in a PowerPoint format\, and interactive activities enhance this training. After the conclusion of the training\, all participants will receive a certificate of completion.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/ur-storytellers-storytelling-training-31/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Honickman Learning Center Comcast Technology Labs\, 1936 N Judson Street\, Philadelphia\, 19121\, United States
CATEGORIES:Addiction,Caregiving,Community,Family,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ur-story-tellers-blue-final-logo-100px-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Ur Storytellers Foundation Inc":MAILTO:urstorytellers.info@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260306T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194858Z
UID:10015374-1778680800-1778688000@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS) is excited to launch its fourth cohort of the Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA). IRWA is a free certificate training program designed to empower and prepare Philadelphia’s multilingual/multicultural immigrants and refugees with the knowledge\, resources\, and tools to engage in activities that address the mental health and behavioral challenges experienced by local immigrant and refugee communities. \nThe program will enhance participants’ leadership skills\, increase knowledge about behavioral health and intellectual disability challenges\, and empower graduates with the tools to access local resources for themselves and their communities. These interactive sessions reinforce collaborative learning through presentations\, discussion activities\, and meaningful dialogue to build personal and community resilience and wellness. \nIRWA will run Wednesdays from April 15 to June 17. It consists of an orientation\, eight sessions\, and a graduation ceremony. IRWA is offered in person and through virtual sessions. Standard sessions will run from 2 to 4 p.m. There will also be two special sessions: Mental Health Interpretation\, which will last four hours\, and Mental Health First Aid\, is an all-day session. \nApply by March 31! \nFor questions\, email Sarorng Sorn at Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov or Kori White at Kori.white@phila.gov.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-immigrant-refugee-wellness-academy-irwa/2026-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IRWA-Grad-2023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarorng Sorn":MAILTO:Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260306T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194858Z
UID:10015375-1779285600-1779292800@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS) is excited to launch its fourth cohort of the Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA). IRWA is a free certificate training program designed to empower and prepare Philadelphia’s multilingual/multicultural immigrants and refugees with the knowledge\, resources\, and tools to engage in activities that address the mental health and behavioral challenges experienced by local immigrant and refugee communities. \nThe program will enhance participants’ leadership skills\, increase knowledge about behavioral health and intellectual disability challenges\, and empower graduates with the tools to access local resources for themselves and their communities. These interactive sessions reinforce collaborative learning through presentations\, discussion activities\, and meaningful dialogue to build personal and community resilience and wellness. \nIRWA will run Wednesdays from April 15 to June 17. It consists of an orientation\, eight sessions\, and a graduation ceremony. IRWA is offered in person and through virtual sessions. Standard sessions will run from 2 to 4 p.m. There will also be two special sessions: Mental Health Interpretation\, which will last four hours\, and Mental Health First Aid\, is an all-day session. \nApply by March 31! \nFor questions\, email Sarorng Sorn at Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov or Kori White at Kori.white@phila.gov.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-immigrant-refugee-wellness-academy-irwa/2026-05-20/
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IRWA-Grad-2023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarorng Sorn":MAILTO:Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260306T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194858Z
UID:10015376-1779890400-1779897600@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS) is excited to launch its fourth cohort of the Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA). IRWA is a free certificate training program designed to empower and prepare Philadelphia’s multilingual/multicultural immigrants and refugees with the knowledge\, resources\, and tools to engage in activities that address the mental health and behavioral challenges experienced by local immigrant and refugee communities. \nThe program will enhance participants’ leadership skills\, increase knowledge about behavioral health and intellectual disability challenges\, and empower graduates with the tools to access local resources for themselves and their communities. These interactive sessions reinforce collaborative learning through presentations\, discussion activities\, and meaningful dialogue to build personal and community resilience and wellness. \nIRWA will run Wednesdays from April 15 to June 17. It consists of an orientation\, eight sessions\, and a graduation ceremony. IRWA is offered in person and through virtual sessions. Standard sessions will run from 2 to 4 p.m. There will also be two special sessions: Mental Health Interpretation\, which will last four hours\, and Mental Health First Aid\, is an all-day session. \nApply by March 31! \nFor questions\, email Sarorng Sorn at Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov or Kori White at Kori.white@phila.gov.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-immigrant-refugee-wellness-academy-irwa/2026-05-27/
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IRWA-Grad-2023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarorng Sorn":MAILTO:Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260122T145827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T145827Z
UID:10013124-1780304400-1780333200@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-cps-training-4/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DBHIDS-Logo-Hi-Res-2048x871-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260122T145827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T145827Z
UID:10013125-1780390800-1780419600@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-cps-training-4/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DBHIDS-Logo-Hi-Res-2048x871-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260122T145827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T145827Z
UID:10013126-1780477200-1780506000@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-cps-training-4/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DBHIDS-Logo-Hi-Res-2048x871-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260306T194858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T194858Z
UID:10015377-1780495200-1780502400@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA)
DESCRIPTION:The City of Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS) is excited to launch its fourth cohort of the Immigrant/Refugee Wellness Academy (IRWA). IRWA is a free certificate training program designed to empower and prepare Philadelphia’s multilingual/multicultural immigrants and refugees with the knowledge\, resources\, and tools to engage in activities that address the mental health and behavioral challenges experienced by local immigrant and refugee communities. \nThe program will enhance participants’ leadership skills\, increase knowledge about behavioral health and intellectual disability challenges\, and empower graduates with the tools to access local resources for themselves and their communities. These interactive sessions reinforce collaborative learning through presentations\, discussion activities\, and meaningful dialogue to build personal and community resilience and wellness. \nIRWA will run Wednesdays from April 15 to June 17. It consists of an orientation\, eight sessions\, and a graduation ceremony. IRWA is offered in person and through virtual sessions. Standard sessions will run from 2 to 4 p.m. There will also be two special sessions: Mental Health Interpretation\, which will last four hours\, and Mental Health First Aid\, is an all-day session. \nApply by March 31! \nFor questions\, email Sarorng Sorn at Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov or Kori White at Kori.white@phila.gov.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-immigrant-refugee-wellness-academy-irwa/2026-06-03/
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IRWA-Grad-2023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Sarorng Sorn":MAILTO:Sarorng.sorn@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260122T145827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T145827Z
UID:10013127-1780563600-1780592400@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-cps-training-4/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DBHIDS-Logo-Hi-Res-2048x871-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T085917
CREATED:20260122T145827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T145827Z
UID:10013128-1780650000-1780678800@healthymindsphilly.org
SUMMARY:DBHIDS Sponsored CPS Training
DESCRIPTION:The CPS Certification Training is a 75-hour program\, delivered live and in person or over 10 training days\, or hybrid with one week in person\, and one week online. It provides foundational knowledge\, skills\, and values that prepare individuals to work as Peer Supporters in Pennsylvania. \nTraining topics include: \nThe History of Recovery and Peer Support \nRecovery Values \nWRAP Seminar I \nCPS Core Competencies \nOutreach and Engagement \nStages of Change \nIntroduction to Motivational Interviewing \nEthics and Boundaries \nDocumentation \nMental Models / Ladder of Inference \nDiversity and Worldview \nSupport for Transitions \nCredentialing and Job Search \nTo successfully complete the training\, participants must maintain consistent attendance\, fully participate in activities and assignments\, and achieve satisfactory scores on two weekly tests. Graduates become eligible to sit for the PA Certification Board exam\, required for full certification.
URL:https://healthymindsphilly.org/event/dbhids-sponsored-cps-training-4/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Certified Peer Specialist Training\, 833 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia County\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Event Registration,Mental Health,Peer Specialists,Self Care,Storytelling,Training,Trauma,wellness
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://healthymindsphilly.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DBHIDS-Logo-Hi-Res-2048x871-2.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Mental Health Partnerships/Institute@MHP":MAILTO:DBHIDS.PeerCulture@phila.gov
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR