We are looking for students research aimed at advancing our understanding of dual diagnosis practices among counselors-in-training.  Below are the following information: the study purpose, eligibility criteria for student participants, and additional information related to the study:

 

We are seeking counselors-in-training to complete a short online survey focused on understanding their attitudes toward clients who have dual diagnoses of substance use disorders and posttraumatic stress disorder. Participants will first watch a brief video describing a case, then respond to several validated measures related to counselors’ attitudes. Students are eligible to participate in the study if they:

a.) are enrolled in a CACREP-accredited master’s program (part- or full-time), and

b.) are enrolled in OR have completed at least one semester of practicum or internship.

 

We anticipate that participation, including viewing the video, will take approximately 20 to 30 minutes. To compensate participants for their time, everyone who completes the survey will have the opportunity to provide an email address in a separate linked survey to receive a $15 Amazon gift card. This email address will not be stored with any data, and no identifiable personal information will be collected.

 

We have attached a recruitment flyer to this email that can be shared directly with your students if you are willing to share information about this research study with students in your program. We are happy to answer any questions you or your students may have. Students can also access the study at the following link: https://utk.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_38bUOVu4Z4O23uS

 

You can reach us at jbwestcott@utk.edu (Dr. Jordan Westcott) and jcolem73@utk.edu (Dr. Jamian Coleman).

 

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UTK Dual Diagnosis Research Study Poster

Funston is getting a second counselor position for next school year, bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

The position is posted on the CPS hiring page and interested candidates can email their resumes and cover letters to mvelazquez58@cps.edu, the principal, Sarah Trevino, at sjtrevino@cps.edu, and the assistant principal, Giovani Toledo, at gtoledo5@cps.edu.

Apply Here!

Hello counseling students! Our CSI DPU chapter will be hosting our second annual Spring Cleaning Donation Drive through the month of May. Donation bins will be located in the COE as well as the Arts and Letters Hall. All items will be donated to WINGS– the largest domestic violence agency in Illinois. We are collecting clothing for all genders, accessories, books, shoes, and more! All sizes are accepted (including children’s clothing). If you have any questions please contact Lindsay at lschwa23@depaul.edu

According to MHFA, “Youth Mental Health First Aid is an early intervention public education program. It teaches adults how to recognize the signs and symptoms that suggest a potential mental health challenge, how to listen nonjudgmentally and give reassurance to a youth who may be experiencing a mental health challenge, and how to refer a person to appropriate professional support and services.”

According to MHFA, “Mental Health First Aid for Adults teaches people how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges in adults ages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care if necessary. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions.”

Click here to learn more Mental Health First Aid.

Classes for are for adults (18+) for MHFA will be offered from the below dates and following times 9 AM-5 PM or 9-5:30PM pending curriculum. This course is valued at $170 per learner. Thanks to the Mental Health First Aid Training SAMHSA Grant, learners may attend at no charge.

Upcoming dates:

May 10^th  9-5PM Youth MHFA May 10th  pre-registration link

C4 Belle Plaine; 2014 W Belle Plaine Ave. Multi-purpose rm

Total : 15 ppl

Event Flyer: May 10th Event

May 28^th  9-5PM Youth MHFA May 28th pre-registration link

C4 Belle Plaine; 2014 W Belle Plaine Ave. Board rm

Total : 15ppl

Event Flyer: May 28th Event

You can also search for our classes at Find a Course or Instructor – Mental Health First Aid. Looking to host a class at your organization? Please fill out this form for future inquiries.

*This class does not lead to instructor certification.

If you know someone who would be interested in signing up, please feel free to share this with them. Questions or concerns cane directed to samara.silverman@c4chicago.org. More information will follow after pre-registration.

Register Here!

The Advocate Aurora University Student Assistance Program (USAP) at the University of St. Francis (USF) in Joliet, IL is currently accepting applications for their 2024-2025 internship program. Interested in students can reach out to Sangita Bogati, LCPC, CAADC at sangita.bogati@aah.org with the following materials:

• a cover letter
• transcript
• curriculum vitae
• three letters of recommendation (at least one letter of recommendation must come from a supervisor who is familiar with and can speak about your clinical work and experience)

There’s still time to RSVP for Chi Sigma Iota’s pizza lunch this Sunday from 1:00-3:00pm! There will be food and games available! Our lunch will be at the Schmitt Academic Center in the main lounge on the first floor!

We look forward to seeing you all there!!

Let us know if you’re attending: https://forms.gle/HZ4AnBrMDMBpDr5z9

Below are important messages from Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC):

ISAC Supports for the Financial Aid Application & Correction Process

With the end of the school year fast approaching, and with many students still experiencing delays, processing issues, and needing to make corrections to their 2024-25 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA^®), the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) has a variety of supports to offer to support student success. These services are available now and will continue to be available throughout the summer. Please share this information with students and families your organization serves and other professionals and stakeholders in your network.

• For students and families needing one-on-one assistance, they can connect with their local ISACorps members by visiting the ISAC Student Portal to find the ISACorps member in their area who can help answer questions and navigate the completion of their financial aid applications.
• ISAC offers a FAFSA Completion DIY Toolkit so you can take advantage of ready to use announcements/flyers and tips to help encourage students to file their financial aid applications.
• Students and families can also get additional information about the financial aid application process on ISAC’s Financial Aid Planning webpage or by calling ISAC at 800-899-ISAC (4722).

 

Loan Repayment Adjustment Webinar

Join ISAC to learn about the one-time Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) Account Adjustment. The IDR Account Adjustment will end this month on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. The adjustment is a set of temporary changes that allows federal student loan borrowers to receive credit for certain previously ineligible payments while under an IDR plan and/or pursuing Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). We want to make all Federal Direct Loan and Family Federal Education Loan (FEEL) borrowers aware of this opportunity and how to navigate the process. Attend the upcoming webinars listed below. For registration details, visit ISAC’s Professional Development Calendar. For questions, contact isac.borrowersupport@illinois.gov.

 

Illinois PaCE Half-Day Training

There is still time to register for Part Two of the half-day training on the Illinois Postsecondary and Career Expectations (PaCE) Framework at Lincoln Land Community College on Thursday, May 9, 2024, from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m. Registration is open to school counselors, administrators, college and career staff, and others who support students to be college and career ready. This training is free to attend. Registration will close on May 7, or once full capacity has been reached – which may be before May 7, 2024. This training is perfect for those at any level in the process of implementation, who are looking for ideas on how to build a PaCE culture, collect and use data, and work PaCE into their school day. This training will include time to connect with ISAC and work with your team. For more information and registration details, visit the In-Person PaCE Trainings page. For questions, contact isac.pace@illinois.gov.

 

PaCE Symposium Registration

Don’t forget to register for the third annual PaCE Symposium taking place at Elgin Community College on Wednesday, May 8, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Registration will close on Friday, May 3, 2024. Registration for the symposium is $25 and includes continental breakfast and lunch. We encourage folks interested in attending to register in advance. For more information and to register, visit the PaCE Symposium page. For questions, contact isac.pace@illinois.gov.

 

Upcoming FAN Events This Week and Next

ISAC helps sponsor Family Action Network (FAN) events, which are always free and open to the public. FAN curates a high-quality speaker series on a variety of topics relevant to our work. Please visit the FAN website to register for these upcoming events and see the attached flyers for more details:

• We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For – Friday, April 26, 2024, at 12:30 p.m. (CT), in person – registration required – at University of Chicago Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice
• The Civil Rights Act at 60: Is Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Dream for Chicago and the Country Attainable? – Monday, April 29, 2024, at 7 p.m. (CT) , in person – no registration required – Evanston Township High School Auditorium
• Radical Respect: How to Work Together Better – Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at 7 p.m. – on Zoom

If you’re not able to participate in a live FAN event, all events are recorded. Visit the FAN website’s Past Events page to view the library of past event topics and their recordings.

 

Fostering Partnerships to Cultivate the Next Generation of Health Professionals Community Colleges

Postsecondary educators and students who are preparing for careers in healthcare fields are invited to attend this free workshop being offered by Northern Illinois University and the Northeast Illinois Area Health Education Center. This event will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024, at NIU’s Naperville from 8:30 AM until 12:30 PM. The purpose of this event is to strengthen postsecondary paths, including both community colleges and four-year universities, to promote a high-quality healthcare workforce that can meet the needs of our diverse communities. Register here for this event.

 

Flyers to Events:

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Illinois LPC Licensure Application Process

Step by Step Walk Through

Saturday, May 18, 2024

12:30 pm -2:00 pm

https://depaul.zoom.us/j/92921620474

The Office of Professional Practice will be offering a Step by Step Walk Through of the Illinois Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensure Application Process for all counseling students on Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 12:30 pm -2:00 pm. We will be recording this meeting for those who are unable to attend. Please see attached PDF for additional details.

We will be going through the entirety of the 22 page Illinois LPC Licensure Application as well as addressing various pieces of the licensure application process (ex. licensure vs certification, the NCE exam, etc.) Please note that this meeting is optional. Although this information may be most immediately relevant to third year students about graduate, first and second year students are more than welcome to attend as well.