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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid - September 4 - 5
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging and impactful virtual Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification Course\, designed to equip you with essential skills to assist individuals experiencing a mental health crisis or decline in well-being. This interactive training will take place virtually\, from 8:30AM to 12:00PM\, on September 4th & 5th\, providing you with hands-on techniques to recognize\, support\, and guide individuals toward recovery. \nThroughout the course\, participants will learn how to: \n\nRecognize early signs of mental health declines or crises\nEncourage open discussions about mental health and well-being\nGuide individuals to appropriate professional or community supports\nOffer support in mental health or substance use crises\nUse MHFA actions to maintain your own mental health\n\nUpon successful completion\, participants will receive a Mental Health First Aid certificate from the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC). \nBefore attending the virtual training\, participants must complete a self-directed online module (Module 1)\, which introduces key concepts and strategies to be explored in the live training (Modules 2 and 3). The online module takes approximately 2 hours to complete\, and proof of completion is required prior to the start of the virtual modules. Completion of Module 1 is mandatory to participate in the virtual course. Failure to complete the online module by the specified deadline will make the participant ineligible for a refund or transfer of registration. \nImportant Note: A minimum of 8 participants is required by the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) for the training to proceed. If fewer than 8 participants are confirmed 48 hours prior to the session\, the course will be rescheduled in accordance with MHCC’s group size policy. \nCancellation Policy: \n\nCancellations must be submitted via email (training@csshsa.ca) at least 5 business days before the scheduled course to receive a refund or reschedule.\n\nLate cancellations or no-shows are not eligible for refunds or rescheduling.
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/mental-health-first-aid-september-4-5/
LOCATION:https://csshsa.ca/training/mental-health-first-aid-september-4-5/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Wellness Exchange  - Every Friday\, September 12 - October 10
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the CSSHSA Wellness Exchange Program\, a unique and innovative initiative delivered specifically for employees in the Social Services sector in British Columbia. This program provides a supportive space where participants can learn practical strategies to enhance their mental well-being\, resilience\, and communication skills. Over five weekly one-hour workshops\, employees will gain valuable tools to improve their coping abilities\, foster healthier relationships\, and build long-lasting resilience in both personal and professional settings. \nProgram Overview: \n\nSeptember 12th: Problem Solving Skills – Learn effective strategies to tackle challenges and find solutions.\nSeptember 19th: Positive Activities – Discover activities that promote positive thinking and enhance mental well-being.\nSeptember 26th: Managing Reactions – Develop skills to manage emotional responses and stay calm under pressure.\nOctober 3rd: Helpful Thinking – Cultivate a mindset that fosters positive and constructive thinking patterns.\nOctober 10th: Healthy Connections – Build and maintain strong\, supportive relationships in the workplace and beyond.\n\nThis program is completely free and open to all social services employees seeking to improve their overall well-being. Join us for these insightful and interactive sessions\, and walk away with actionable strategies to enhance your mental health and resilience! \n 
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/wellness-exchange-every-friday-september-12-october-10/
LOCATION:https://csshsa.ca/training/wellness-exchange-every-friday-september-12-october-10/
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:WorkSafeBC CSSHSA 2026 Rate Information Webinar - September 16
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful webinar where our expert speakers will explore key topics affecting health and safety practices in Community Social Services workplaces. The session will feature a comprehensive presentation\, followed by a live Q&A\, covering the following: \n\nThe current financial state of the workers’ compensation system\nRecent changes to rates and classifications\nHow employers can influence their rates through improved health and safety practices\nTime-loss claims statistics for Classification Units 766007\, 760010\, and 766017 in alignment with CSSHSA\nValuable WorkSafeBC resources and tools available to you\n\nThis webinar will provide essential insights and practical information to help you navigate the workers’ compensation system\, enhance safety practices\, and potentially lower your organization’s costs. \nDon’t miss out on the opportunity to have your questions answered live by industry experts! \nSpeakers \nCrista Burke (she/her/hers) \nManager\, Class and Rate Modification Program – WorkSafeBC \nThe Class and Rate team works closely with our senior leaders\, our actuarial team and others at WorkSafeBC to deliver fair and equitable rates to industries in BC while ensuring the classification structure evolves with the industries in BC. \nKori Gryschuk (she/her/hers) \nIndustry & Program Specialist\, Prevention Programs and Services – WorkSafeBC \nPrevention Programs and Services (formerly OHS Consultation and Education Services) serves the workers and employers of BC by positively influencing health and safety behaviours and through OHS consultation and education with industry associations\, labour organizations\, health and safety associations\, OHS programs and services\, funded partnerships\, and credentialing programs.
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/worksafebc-csshsa-2026-rate-information-webinar-september-16/
LOCATION:https://csshsa.ca/training/worksafebc-csshsa-2026-rate-information-webinar-september-16/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Community of Practice: Psychological Wellness and Safety in Social Services - September 23
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging Community of Practice meeting on Psychological Wellness and Safety in Social Services in BC. This session will provide a collaborative space for professionals across the sector to come together\, guided by OHS and PHS Advisors\, to explore the real-world challenges and solutions related to psychological health and safety in social services. \nThrough small breakout discussions\, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and dive into issues like civility and respect\, psychological protection\, and creating supportive work environments. Your experiences and insights are invaluable as we work together to identify effective strategies to address these challenges. \nAt the end of the session\, we’ll reconvene to share key themes and takeaways\, and discuss next steps for continued collaboration and improvement in the sector. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of mental health support for your team or striving to implement better safety practices\, this meeting is designed to empower you with practical tools and fresh perspectives. \nIf you’re responsible for health and safety within a social service organization\, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and contribute to advancing safety practices in your community. \nPlease note that this meeting is exclusive to health and safety professionals in the following WorkSafeBC Classification Units: \n\n766007 – Counselling or Social Services (not elsewhere specified)\n766010 – Life and Job Skills Training\n766017 – Residential Social Service Facility
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/community-of-practice-psychological-wellness-and-safety-in-social-services-september-23/
LOCATION:https://csshsa.ca/training/community-of-practice-psychological-wellness-and-safety-in-social-services-september-23/
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SUMMARY:Strength-Based Supervision: Empowering Staff Growth - September 24
DESCRIPTION:Supervising employees who provide direct support services to their communities is a challenging role. ‘Front line’ service personnel are expected to meet administrative\, legislative\, practice\, and ethical standards while also accommodating the unique needs of their clients. Effective supervision attends to the dual role of ensuring that the community and its partners are receiving services that meet many high standards\, while supporting each practitioner to deliver effective support to their clients. This seminar outlines key strategies for supervisors to support their employees to meet these at times conflicting priorities\, so they feel empowered and not simply monitored. \n\n\n\n\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\n\nApply effective administrative oversight and service supervision practices to enhance accountability and professional fulfillment among the individuals they supervise.\nUtilize strategies to navigate the tension between procedural compliance (“doing things the right way”) and ethical practice (“doing the right thing”) in real-world scenarios.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout our presenter: \nWith over 30 years of experience in the community-based social services sector\, Chris Burt brings a deep and diverse understanding of the field\, spanning frontline work in staffed homes and hospital systems\, as well as outreach\, child welfare\, therapeutic services\, family counselling\, and parenting education. For the past 15 years\, he has held senior leadership roles and currently serves as the Executive Director of a dynamic social service agency with more than 500 employees. His academic background includes a master’s degree in counselling psychology and a postgraduate credential in Organizational Leadership. Chris is passionate about building resilient teams\, fostering psychologically safe workplaces\, and driving meaningful\, person-centered service delivery across systems. \n\nWebinar Recording: Strength-Based Supervision: Empowering Staff Growth
URL:https://csshsa.ca/training/strength-based-supervision-empowering-staff-growth-september-24/
LOCATION:https://csshsa.ca/training/strength-based-supervision-empowering-staff-growth-september-24/
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