OVERVIEW
In 2009, Painted Brain (PB) began utilizing the arts and training to support people with mental health and substance use challenges.
We are a leader in innovative peer-driven services and training in behavioral health, digital literacy, and the arts.
Our reach and staff are representative of the diverse communities throughout California, including the LGBTQ+, reentry, disability, and ethnically and linguistically diverse communities.
Our peer-run program is a trusted provider of services that has been transforming lives in California for over a decade.
A LEADER IN THE INDUSTRY
Painted Brain’s MediCal Peer Support Specialist Certification Training program prepares peers to deliver valuable behavioral health support services by covering the required Peer Support Specialist 17 Core Competencies required for MediCal Peer Support Specialist Certification Training through self-reflection, skill building, practice sessions, and guided group exploration.
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Training Method(s): Online only (LMS system plus virtual classroom)
Training Modality: Cohort Style
Training Length: Varies
Registration Dates: Ongoing/Rolling
Class Start Dates:
April 1 – May 10 (M/T/W/Th) 5:00-9:00PM (6 weeks) – FULL
April 2 – June 6 (T/Th) 9:00AM-1:30PM (10 weeks)
April 13 – June 15 (Saturdays) 9:00AM-5:30PM (10 weeks)
April 8 – May 8 (M/W) 9:00AM-5:30PM (5 weeks) – FULL
May 6 – June 26 (M/T/W/Th) 5:30-8:30PM (7 weeks)
May 13 – June 13 (T/Th) 9:00AM-5:30PM (5 weeks)
To Register for Classes or for More Information:
https://paintedbrain.org/peer-support-specialist-certification
Contact Person:
Tiffany Elliott, Training Program Manager
Phone: (213) 297-1513
Email: peersupporttraining@paintedbrain.org
(Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)
LEARNING RESOURCES AND ADDITIONAL READINGS
Leading by Example: Understanding The Power of Authentic Leadership
A leader is one of the most important aspects of any group undertaking. The leader is the driving force, the motivation, the one that everyone turns to when a certain proverbial waste product hits the fan. This presence and ability to take charge...
How Peer Support Specialists Can Work From Home
The role of a peer support specialist is to offer information, support, and encouragement to help others achieve in their recovery and wellness journeys; peer support experts have typically worked in physical settings such as clinics, hospitals, and recovery centers....
Supporting Mental Health in the Workplace: Strategies for Employers and Employees
When it comes to the modern work environment, taking care of mental health is more important than ever. The well-being of employees directly impacts their job satisfaction, productivity, and overall happiness. Recognizing this, employers and workers alike play...