This course will run from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on June 17, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30, and July 1 and 6. The course will be held online to allow for Covid-19 precautions.
People who have experienced justice involvement and incarceration face unique hardships and challenges in society. Families often struggle with how to support their loved one while incarcerated, and the best ways to welcome them home as they transition back into the community. Research shows that the level of support an individual receives directly influences how a person navigates their path to community integration. In this immersive course, family support professionals will gain invaluable knowledge and develop critical intervention skills to support individuals re-entering the community after incarceration.
AT THE END OF THIS 16-HOUR COURSE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO:
Reduce the burden often carried by families when a loved one is incarcerated
Outline the inner workings of the criminal justice system
Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions at various points of contact
Analyze the unique challenges and opportunities of reentry
Explain the relationship between trauma-informed care and justice involvement
Formulate how to support individuals and families as they work together to navigate reentry
COURSE ELIGIBILITY:
To qualify for this PFCA course, you must meet the following conditions:
Be Currently Employed in one of the following qualifying roles:
Family Support Specialist/Parent Partner/Family Mentor
Supervisor for family support employees
Have a minimum of 2,000 direct service hours as either an employee or volunteer in peer support
Demonstrate a basic knowledge of peer support principles
Show evidence that you have obtained a family support specialist credential