MILITARY CULTURAL COMPETENCE (WJCS Staff ONLY)
Dates. 9/20/21 Time: 9:00 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Enrollment Limited to: 20 Contact Hrs: 1.5 CEU’s: 1.5 Military veterans have a whole host of unique experiences, stressors, and traumas as a consequence of military training, deployment, and reintegration. The purpose of this presentation is to train mental health providers to understand the cultural context of military veterans and why they might be seeking treatment in the community rather than in a VA setting. Method: Lecture; discussion. Learning Objectives: • Understand why a veteran might prefer to receive care at a community mental health organization, like WJCS, rather than the VA. • Identify […]
HUBS Parent Support Group
ZoomThe pandemic has been extremely stressful for parents, whether their children are preschoolers or college students, or any age in between. Navigating the transition from in person learning to at home school and back again has been challenging for many students, in addition to the isolation and social emotional challenges that the pandemic has posed for young people. Parents are being called upon to help their children cope with these extraordinary times, while navigating their own work and personal lives as well. Please join us for an opportunity to share your experiences and gain insight and ideas with other parents […]
Writing Your Life: Spiritual Memoir through Poetry
ZoomIn each session we will read and discuss 3 different poems addressing the many facets of a spiritual life, and then respond to a 10-minute writing prompt to elicit spiritual memories and connections. This is a generative writing group; you will leave each session with three drafts of poems that reveal the sacred undercurrents of your life. No writing experience necessary. 12 Monday: September 20, 27, October 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 13, 20 & 27 9:30-11:00 AM. $18 Suggested fee per session. Come when you can; pay only for the sessions you attend.
Program Center – Tuesday
Program Center Center Lane’s Program Center at 30 South Broadway in Getty Square provides access to structured programming and discussions facilitated by caring, queer-competent adults in an affirming space. Youth will make friends, build community, enhance skills, and access services with support from their peers, staff and community mentors.
HUBS Feeling Connected During the Pandemic
ZoomMany individuals are faced with feelings of social isolation, loneliness, anxiety, and stress during these uncertain times. Please join us for a supportive discussion about stress management, anxiety reduction and finding ways to remain connected during the pandemic. Please register by contacting Jennifer Schmelkin, Social Worker: [email protected]
HUBS Interview Like a Pro
ZoomPresenter: Josh Koller Your interviewer wants to know about a time you failed, a project you struggled with, or how you handle working under a time crunch; How do you respond? Learn how to knock behavioral interview questions/answers out of the park in this interview session, practice and build a few of your own interview answers, and work on your "Tell Me About Yourself" response and your elevator pitch. Josh Koller is an Associate Producer with the Video Call Center (VCC) in Rockland County. The VCC is a production service and technology company providing state of the art tools and ...
TransParentcy for Adults
TransParentcy is Westchester County’s only group for transgender and gender expansive youth ages 13-21, with a simultaneous but separate support group their parents/caregivers. Youth and caregivers meet separately so that everyone has an opportunity to discuss topics that concern them with their peers. Youth can come without an adult and vice versa. TransParencty is where you can find support to navigate difficulties and celebrate successes throughout the journey of being or raising a Trans or Gender Non-Conforming youth, and share resources, experiences, and knowledge with each other. The Youth Group meets weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 Parents need to sign up […]
TransParentcy – Youth
TransParentcy is Westchester County’s only group for transgender and gender expansive youth ages 13-21, with a simultaneous but separate support group their parents/caregivers. Youth and caregivers meet separately so that everyone has an opportunity to discuss topics that concern them with their peers. Youth can come without an adult and vice versa. TransParencty is where you can find support to navigate difficulties and celebrate successes throughout the journey of being or raising a Trans or Gender Non-Conforming youth, and share resources, experiences, and knowledge with each other. The Youth Group meets weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl
Rainbow Squad!
Rainbow Squad is a special community. It is open to any 8-13 year old who is ready to explore concepts around sexuality and gender, learn, and make friends. Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl Parents who would like to join the TransParentcy group for parents and caregivers can sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl
Writing Your Life: Spiritual Memoir through Poetry
ZoomIn each session we will read and discuss 3 different poems addressing the many facets of a spiritual life, and then respond to a 10-minute writing prompt to elicit spiritual memories and connections. This is a generative writing group; you will leave each session with three drafts of poems that reveal the sacred undercurrents of your life. No writing experience necessary. 12 Monday: September 20, 27, October 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 13, 20 & 27 9:30-11:00 AM. $18 Suggested fee per session. Come when you can; pay only for the sessions you attend.
Program Center – Tuesday
Program Center Center Lane’s Program Center at 30 South Broadway in Getty Square provides access to structured programming and discussions facilitated by caring, queer-competent adults in an affirming space. Youth will make friends, build community, enhance skills, and access services with support from their peers, staff and community mentors.
HUBS Open Forum: What Is and Is Not Working in Your Job Search?
ZoomJoin us to discuss what is working and what is not during your job search. Get support and ideas from your peers. Come ready to share your progress with the group. Facilitated by: The COVID Relief Hub Team Lisa Morris, Jill Schreibman, Naomi Koller and Michael Weiss. To RSVP and receive zoom info, please email [email protected].
TransParentcy – Youth
TransParentcy is Westchester County’s only group for transgender and gender expansive youth ages 13-21, with a simultaneous but separate support group their parents/caregivers. Youth and caregivers meet separately so that everyone has an opportunity to discuss topics that concern them with their peers. Youth can come without an adult and vice versa. TransParencty is where you can find support to navigate difficulties and celebrate successes throughout the journey of being or raising a Trans or Gender Non-Conforming youth, and share resources, experiences, and knowledge with each other. The Youth Group meets weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl
HUBS Parents of College Students: Becoming an “Empty-Nester”
ZoomMany parents are supporting their college-aged children as they prepare to leave for college. The emotional transition to college, particularly after the challenging year of the pandemic, can bring up many feelings for both parents and students. Please join us for a conversation with other "empty-nester" parents of college-aged students to talk about sending kids off to college with confidence, as well as to discuss strategies about how to arm our children with healthy coping techniques to manage stress, strengthen resilience skills, and prepare to live independently. If interested, please contact: Jennifer Schmelkin, Social Worker: [email protected].
Rainbow Squad!
Rainbow Squad is a special community. It is open to any 8-13 year old who is ready to explore concepts around sexuality and gender, learn, and make friends. Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl Parents who would like to join the TransParentcy group for parents and caregivers can sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl
Empowerment Planning: Suicide Prevention Safety Planning FOR WJCS STAFF ONLY
Dates. 10/4/21 Time: 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Enrollment Limited to: 20 Contact Hrs: 1.5 CEU’s: 1.5 This training will review the clinical utility of suicide prevention safety planning and the added relevance of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a contextual behavioral approach, for suicide prevention. The training will specifically describe how an ACT approach can inform steps in the safety planning process when it comes to understanding the emotions and values of high-risk patients. Lastly, this training will explore the relevance of repertoire expansion in the context of crisis management. Method: Lecture; discussion. Learning Objectives: • Select questions to ask patients based […]
HUBS: Resume 101-Rethink and Reinvent Your Resume
ZoomThis workshop is for those who are new to the WJCS COVID Relief Hub, as well as for those who have not updated their resume for a while. Join this small group to learn more about the program and discuss the current trends in resume writing to effectively present your qualifications to potential employers. Learn about the latest techniques to help your resume stand out from the competition and be noticed. This class is a requirement before meeting individually with a career specialist. Please send a copy of your resume to [email protected]. Facilitated by: Naomi Koller, WJCS Career Specialist ...
Program Center – Tuesday
Program Center Center Lane’s Program Center at 30 South Broadway in Getty Square provides access to structured programming and discussions facilitated by caring, queer-competent adults in an affirming space. Youth will make friends, build community, enhance skills, and access services with support from their peers, staff and community mentors.
HUBS: Interview Skills Overview
ZoomA successful interview is carefully planned and often practiced. It has a beginning, a middle and an end. Learn about how to prepare for, manage and skillfully answer those anticipated and unanticipated interview questions. Get ready to build your confidence for the in-person and virtual interview! Presented by: Deb Krawiec from Arrow Career Consulting To RSVP and receive zoom info, please email [email protected].
TransParentcy – Youth
TransParentcy is Westchester County’s only group for transgender and gender expansive youth ages 13-21, with a simultaneous but separate support group their parents/caregivers. Youth and caregivers meet separately so that everyone has an opportunity to discuss topics that concern them with their peers. Youth can come without an adult and vice versa. TransParencty is where you can find support to navigate difficulties and celebrate successes throughout the journey of being or raising a Trans or Gender Non-Conforming youth, and share resources, experiences, and knowledge with each other. The Youth Group meets weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl
Rainbow Squad!
Rainbow Squad is a special community. It is open to any 8-13 year old who is ready to explore concepts around sexuality and gender, learn, and make friends. Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl Parents who would like to join the TransParentcy group for parents and caregivers can sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl
Program Center – Tuesday
Program Center Center Lane’s Program Center at 30 South Broadway in Getty Square provides access to structured programming and discussions facilitated by caring, queer-competent adults in an affirming space. Youth will make friends, build community, enhance skills, and access services with support from their peers, staff and community mentors.
HUBS: Feeling Connected During the Pandemic
ZoomMany individuals are faced with feelings of social isolation, loneliness, anxiety, and stress during these uncertain times. Please join us for a supportive discussion about stress management, anxiety reduction and finding ways to remain connected during the pandemic. Please register by contacting Jennifer Schmelkin, Social Worker: [email protected]
HUBS: LinkedIn–Up Your Networking Game
ZoomA strong network can provide you with a lot, including shared resources and also keep you updated on industry news and trends. Your network can provide you with job opportunities. It’s becoming more and more common for people to be introduced to opportunities through their online network. Join us to discuss ways to network with new and current connections on LinkedIn. Facilitated by: Naomi Koller, WJCS Career Specialist To RSVP and receive zoom info, please email [email protected].
TransParentcy for Adults
TransParentcy is Westchester County’s only group for transgender and gender expansive youth ages 13-21, with a simultaneous but separate support group their parents/caregivers. Youth and caregivers meet separately so that everyone has an opportunity to discuss topics that concern them with their peers. Youth can come without an adult and vice versa. TransParencty is where you can find support to navigate difficulties and celebrate successes throughout the journey of being or raising a Trans or Gender Non-Conforming youth, and share resources, experiences, and knowledge with each other. The Youth Group meets weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 Parents need to sign up […]
TransParentcy – Youth
TransParentcy is Westchester County’s only group for transgender and gender expansive youth ages 13-21, with a simultaneous but separate support group their parents/caregivers. Youth and caregivers meet separately so that everyone has an opportunity to discuss topics that concern them with their peers. Youth can come without an adult and vice versa. TransParencty is where you can find support to navigate difficulties and celebrate successes throughout the journey of being or raising a Trans or Gender Non-Conforming youth, and share resources, experiences, and knowledge with each other. The Youth Group meets weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl
Rainbow Squad!
Rainbow Squad is a special community. It is open to any 8-13 year old who is ready to explore concepts around sexuality and gender, learn, and make friends. Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl Parents who would like to join the TransParentcy group for parents and caregivers can sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl
Writing Your Life: Spiritual Memoir through Poetry
ZoomIn each session we will read and discuss 3 different poems addressing the many facets of a spiritual life, and then respond to a 10-minute writing prompt to elicit spiritual memories and connections. This is a generative writing group; you will leave each session with three drafts of poems that reveal the sacred undercurrents of your life. No writing experience necessary. 12 Monday: September 20, 27, October 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Dec 13, 20 & 27 9:30-11:00 AM. $18 Suggested fee per session. Come when you can; pay only for the sessions you attend.
Program Center – Tuesday
Program Center Center Lane’s Program Center at 30 South Broadway in Getty Square provides access to structured programming and discussions facilitated by caring, queer-competent adults in an affirming space. Youth will make friends, build community, enhance skills, and access services with support from their peers, staff and community mentors.
HUBS: Your Narrative as Your Brand
ZoomYour personal brand is a reflection of how your narrative impacts your professional communications. Brand strategy entails a consistent message which can enhance and emphasize your key value-added components. This narrative, beyond consistency, needs to be transparent, honest and easily understood by your audience, so as to be a true representation of your capabilities and potential. This session will visit multiple personal brand touch-points and discuss some issues to consider as you build out your brand strategy. Facilitated by: Michael Weiss, WJCS Career Specialist To RSVP and receive zoom info, please email [email protected].
TransParentcy – Youth
TransParentcy is Westchester County’s only group for transgender and gender expansive youth ages 13-21, with a simultaneous but separate support group their parents/caregivers. Youth and caregivers meet separately so that everyone has an opportunity to discuss topics that concern them with their peers. Youth can come without an adult and vice versa. TransParencty is where you can find support to navigate difficulties and celebrate successes throughout the journey of being or raising a Trans or Gender Non-Conforming youth, and share resources, experiences, and knowledge with each other. The Youth Group meets weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 Sign up here: www.tinyurl.com/virtualcl