Friday, December 28, 2018

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Location: Fort Myers, FL


Department: PEDS PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES
Categories: Clinical Support
Type: Full-Time
Shift: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Schedule: Days
Description:

Licensed Mental Health Counselor's at Lee Health take great pride in our legacy of providing the highest quality, compassionate care to our community.

Works in collaboration and partnership with chronically ill or high-risk? patients and their family/caregiver(s), clinic/hospital/specialty providers and staff, and community resources in a team approach to provide linkages for the various health and social needs of the patient. Provides assessment, treatment, group and individual therapy, and support services. Develop in conjunction with clinical team, an individualized treatment plan to address needs of the patient/significant others to support recovery. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health associated with chronic disease, depression, addictions and substance abuse, stress management; self-esteem; and aging.

More here

Thursday, December 20, 2018

Florida Mental Health Counselors Association

Conference Schedule has been finalized! Click on the link below to view  the FMHCA 2019 Conference Schedule. Click here to view.

Wednesday, December 19, 2018

Human Trafficking: WORKSHOPS & EXPERT TESTIMONIES

WORKSHOPS & EXPERT TESTIMONIES
HYBRID CONFERENCE – BOTH ONLINE AND LIVE

January 11-12, 2019
Special Service, Jan. 13, 2019

LOCATION
Florida Golf Coast University
Ft. Myers, FL




A Framework for Safe and Successful Schools

The author organizations and cosigners of A Framework for Safe and Successful Schools represent the educators and community partners who work day in and day out to keep our children safe, ensure their well-being, and promote learning. The partnership between our organizations seeks to reinforce the interdisciplinary, collaborative, and cohesive approach that is required to create and sustain genuinely safe, supportive schools that meet the needs of the whole child.



Wednesday, December 5, 2018

Minnesota State University Moorhead: Director


Applications are now being accepted for the Director position below at Minnesota State University Moorhead. Please feel free to pass this job posting to anyone you feel would be well qualified for this position. 



Responsibilities
The Director is responsible for overall administration of services to students at Minnesota State University Moorhead, including administrative, supervisory, clinical, and programmatic functions. Operate according to counseling, health, medical, and pharmacy standards, and best practices and ensure compliance with FERPA. Partner with other campus departments, as well as local and state agencies, to maintain a safe and healthy learning environment. Direct work and provide leadership to medical, counseling, pharmacy, and administrative support staff. Create and ensure compliance with operational policies and procedures. Develop and maintain the departmental budget. Collaborate with other campus departments to offer educational programming and training to students. Serve on campus committees, task forces, and work groups, including, but not limited to, CARE Team and Emergency Management Team. Collaborate with local clinics and agencies to create partnerships and create memorandums of understanding for counseling and health support for students. Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Students and/or VP for Enrollment Management and Student Affairs.
Qualifications
Required:
·         Master's degree and licensure in counseling or related mental health field
·         Demonstrated professional experience with or knowledge of the mental health needs of students in a campus environment
·         Ability to provide clinical supervision for staff counselors and site supervision for counselors in training
·         This position requires attendance at occasional weekend and evening meetings, the ability to be on-call for potential student emergencies, as well as infrequent travel for meetings and professional development.

Preferred:
·         Demonstrated leadership skills and abilities in university counseling and healthcare setting.
·         Managerial experience in program development, collaboration, policy development, administration, resource management, and strategic planning
·         Experience with or knowledge of issues such as quality assessment, accreditation, program evaluation, medical/counseling/pharmacy technical applications, federal and state health and counseling regulations
·         Strong interpersonal and organizational skills to serve students and collaborate with campus and community partners
·         Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and external partners
·         Experience with or knowledge of medical and pharmacy needs of students in a campus environment.
Application Information & Deadline
Completed applications received on or before January 2, 2019, will receive consideration.

To be considered by the search committee, applications must include: curriculum vitae or resume, cover letter, unofficial transcripts from all degree granting institutions, and names/contact information for three professional references. Letters of recommendation may be requested for candidates chosen to interview. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed by the search committee.
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NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
The successful candidate must provide official transcripts of all academic work completed and, under U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations, be able to accept work in the U.S. by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.
Additional Information
University Culture

In the simplest and most idealistic terms, our purpose at Minnesota State University Moorhead is to transform the world by transforming lives. In more specific terms, we are a university united around certain beliefs.

Our Core Values 
(How do we behave?)
·         Grit
We are "scrappy" and resourceful.
We have big goals and the tenacity to achieve them.
We have the courage to do what's right.
·         Humility
We're all on the same team and everyone's role is important.
We seek the best ideas and know they can come from anywhere and anyone in our campus community.
We don't take ourselves too seriously.
·         Heart
We go the extra mile for our students and each other.
We are passionate about our purpose.
We are fiercely loyal to MSUM.

Strategic Anchors (How will we succeed?)
We will succeed by:
·         Focusing relentlessly on student achievement and students' return on their investment;
·         Creating a campus community that is diverse, inclusive, globally aware and just; and
·         Ensuring that MSUM is indispensable to the social, cultural, and economic advancement of Moorhead and the surrounding communities.
ACADEMICS
Our professional programs are grounded in the liberal arts, designed to provide a broad base of knowledge and cultural themes.
·         82 undergraduate majors (64 emphases/options)
·         11 pre-professional programs
·         15 graduate degrees (21 emphasis areas)
·         38 graduate and undergraduate certificates
·         31 areas of teacher licensure preparation
MSUM enrolls 5,664 students from 36 states and 61 countries.  MSUM is a member of the Tri-College University, an educational consortium that includes Concordia College of Moorhead, North Dakota State University, Minnesota State Community and Technical College, and the North Dakota State College of Science.

THE COMMUNITY
Moorhead, Minn. and Fargo, N.D. are central to a thriving regional center with a population of 238,124 and growing for the Metropolitan Statistical Area (2014 Estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau).  Higher education is a major community enterprise, with more than 31,000 students contributing to an atmosphere rich in arts, culture, sports and social activities.  The communities enjoy a major concert venue; university, independent and community theatres; symphony orchestra; jazz concerts; annual film festivals; civic opera; art galleries and museums; and numerous family attractions and events.
Unemployment rate for Minnesota and North Dakota is at 3.3% and 2.6% respectively, both of which are below the national average of 3.9% (2018).  Fargo-Moorhead average travel time to work is 14.7 minutes.

Moorhead public schools serve 6,077 students in an area recognized for superior student academic achievement and far-reaching extracurricular activities.  Moorhead schools are all new or totally remodeled.  For the past 15 years, Fargo public schools have earned the What Parents Want Award from SchoolMatch.  Both Minnesota and North Dakota put lots of value on education, as outlined in Lumina Foundation's 2014 report.  Minnesota ranked second place and North Dakota in fourth place in a list of states ranked on the proportion of young adults with at least a two-year college degree.

Hector International Airport, the paramount airport for the FM area, is served by Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta and United and provides non-stop jet service to/from Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Orlando-Sanford, Phoenix-Mesa and Tampa/St. Petersburg.

The Fargo-Moorhead community is ranked among the best places in the country to live, work, attend school and conduct business. Recent community accolades:
·         Moorhead named Best Small City in America (NerdWallet, June 2015)
·         Fargo ranked in the Top 10: Best Midsize Cities for New Grads (2018)
·         Fargo's Downtown named seventh best in the nation (Liviability, March 2015)
·         Fargo ranks First Among Best-Performing Small Cities (The Milken Institute, January 2015)
·         North Dakota topped the list in physical health with Minnesota landing in the top 10 (Well-Being Index, 2015)
·         Moorhead has a lower sales tax than 96% of other cities in the state.  Groceries and clothing are exempt from Moorhead and Minnesota sales tax (Minnesota Chamber of Commerce, November 2014)
·         The Fargo-Moorhead metro region is the fourth fastest growing in the U.S. (Bloomberg, October 2014)
·         Fargo named Top 10 of the Safest Cities for Women in America
·         Fargo-Moorhead ranked in the top five for highest average credit score, lowest foreclosure rate and lowest credit usage (WalletHub, October 2014)
·         Minnesota ranked third in the nation as the best state for teachers (WalletHub, October 2014)
·         North Dakota names best state for women-owned business (OPEN State of Women-Owned Business Report, August 2014)
·         Cost of living in Fargo-Moorhead is 1.2% below the U.S. national average (2018)
·         North Dakota ranked most affordable daycare in the country (2017)
·         Fargo made the Top 10 Cities for Career Opportunities in 2017
·         Fargo Moorhead named in Best Places to Retire (2017)
·         Fargo is 2018's 7th Best City to Raise a Family
NOTICE: In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check. More information can be found at Vehicle Use Forms

Employment for this position is covered by the MSUAASF Contract which can be found at
MnSCU Contracts and Plans

Availability of Minnesota State University Moorhead Annual Crime Report

Minnesota State University Moorhead Annual Security Report is directly available at: http://www.mnstate.edu/publicsafety/crimereports.aspx or through our website at: http://www.mnstate.edu/publicsafety. All prospective students, employees, and visitors are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the information and policies contained in the report.

The report contains statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Minnesota State University Moorhead; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. You can obtain a free copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at 218.477.2449.

Minnesota State University Moorhead is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System and is an equal opportunity educator and employer. The University is committed to affirmative recruitment and encourages applications from women, persons of color, and persons with disabilities. Applicants must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States.

Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination

Minnesota State University Moorhead is committed to a policy of equal opportunity nondiscrimination in employment and education. No person shall be discriminated against in the terms and conditions of employment, personnel practices, or access to and participation in, programs, services, and activities with regard to race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. In addition, discrimination in employment based on familial status or membership or activity in a local commission as defined by the law is prohibited. Inquiries regarding compliance should be referred to the Affirmative Action Office, OW 208, 218.477.2721 (Voice).

Request For Reasonable Accommodation

It is the policy of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities to provide reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities when such accommodations are directly related to competing for a job on an equal basis.

Applicants having special needs which require accommodation should contact the Human Resources Director, Owens 214, Minnesota State University Moorhead, Moorhead, Minnesota 56563, 218.477.2157 (Voice). For TTY communications, contact the Minnesota Relay Service at 1.800.627.3529.
Agency
Minnesota State University Moorhead
Address
1104 Seventh Avenue South, 214 Owens Hall

Moorhead, Minnesota, 56563
Phone
218-477-2067
218-477-2157
Website


@MSUMKen


Thursday, November 29, 2018

Primary Therapist: Isle of Palms Recovery Center


Isle of Palms Recovery Center is currently accepting resumes from caring individuals to perform the duties of Primary Therapist. Our clinicians provide individual and group therapy for substance abuse and dual diagnosis clients and must be proficient in assessments, treatment planning, individual counseling, group therapy, as well as working with family members, with appropriate documentation completed in a timely fashion. Skills sought include but are not limited to CBT, Stages of Change, and Motivational Interviewing. Applicant must possess the skills needed to keep clients actively engaged in the process.  Looking for a flexible, strong personality who is ready to work with a multi-disciplinary team. Experience in substance abuse treatment preferred. Masters Degree. Full-time position with benefits.

https://beginnow.com/
Please e mail resume to mhartnett@beginnow.com

Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Full-time Licensed Mental Health Professional

Centurion of Florida, a partnership with MHM Services and Centene, is part of the fastest growing correctional healthcare company in the nation and is proud to be the provider of healthcare services to the Florida Department of Corrections. MHM Services is a leading provider of specialized comprehensive health services to state and local governments nationwide. Today we employ over 7,000 of the best and brightest healthcare professionals across 16 states.

We are currently seeking a Full-time Licensed Mental Health Professional to join our Team at Charlotte Correctional Institution located in Punta Gorda, FL.  The hours for this position will be Monday-Friday on the day shift 8:00a-4:30p.

The Mental Health Professional provides mental health case management services to clients and consults with a multi-disciplinary team in providing comprehensive mental health care, including intake and assessments, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and providing individual and group therapy.

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits including:
  • Health, dental, life, vision and disability insurance
  • 401k with employer match
  • 20 paid days off plus 8 paid holidays
  • Health savings account with matching employer contributions
  • Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
  • Wellness activity subsidy
  • Access to corporate discount programs
  • Regular and consistent work schedule
  • Manageable workloads
  • Tuition reimbursement
As we continue to grow, we are seeking dependable and professional individuals to add to our exceptional Team in Florida. Come see what Centurion/MHM has to offer!
  • Masters level degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field from an accredited educational institution required.
  • Active professional license (LMHC, LMFT, LCSW or registered intern) to practice in Florida REQUIRED.
  • Must show current tuberculosis documentation and active CPR certification.
  • Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience with direct care for individuals with mental illness preferred.


For more information regarding these exciting opportunities, Or If you have a colleague that may be interested please contact Cathy at Cathy@mhmcareers.com and include your resume or call 800-566-1291.

Sunday, November 25, 2018

Days left to apply to the @FGCU_Counseling graduate programs to start Fall 2019

Days left to apply to the @FGCU_Counseling graduate programs to start Fall 2019.  https://www2.fgcu.edu/mariebcollege/Counseling/




Behavioral Health Care Manager | Ft. Myers, FL | WellCare

Conducts comprehensive member psychosocial assessments through root cause analysis and performs clinical intervention through the development of a care management treatment plan specific to each member with high level acuity needs. Manages members with severe mental illness who have high rates of behavioral health utilization and/or severe psychosocial vulnerability. Assess members to recommend activities and behavioral routines to meet the social and medical needs of members and their families. Provides support and/or intervention and assists members in understanding the implications and complexities of their current medical situation and/or overall personal care.

Behavioral Health Care Manager | Ft. Myers, FL | WellCare: https://jobs.wellcare.com/search/jobdetails/behavioral-health-care-manager/f8557462-d0dc-422f-ad09-dad8012d8ec8?s_cid=linkup

Licensed Mental Health Counselor: Lee Health

Licensed Mental Health Counselors at Lee Health take great pride in our legacy of providing the highest quality, compassionate care to our community.
Works in collaboration and partnership with chronically ill or high-risk? patients and their family/caregiver(s), clinic/hospital/specialty providers and staff, and community resources in a team approach to provide linkages for the various health and social needs of the patient. Provides assessment, treatment, group and individual therapy, and support services. Develop in conjunction with clinical team, an individualized treatment plan to address needs of the patient/significant others to support recovery. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health associated with chronic disease, depression, addictions and substance abuse, stress management; self-esteem; and aging.

Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Change The Game Design Challenge

Of the millions of people in the United States who enjoy games on Google Play, 49% are women. Yet only 23% of game developers are women. To address this disparity, we joined forces with Girls Make Games and ESA Foundation to launch the Change The Game Design Challenge. The program challenged teens to design a game they’d like to play for the chance to win a $10,000 college scholarship and $15,000 for their school’s or community center’s technology program. Top finalists also received a trip to Los Angeles to attend E3, a scholarship to attend Girls Make Games Summer Camp, and more.

https://play.google.com/about/changethegame/designchallenge/

Monday, November 19, 2018

Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Location:  Fort Myers, FL 
Department: PEDS PSYCHIATRIC SERVICES
Categories: Clinical Support
Type: Full-Time
Shift: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Schedule: Days
Description:

Licensed Mental Health Councelor's at Lee Health take great pride in our legacy of providing the highest quality, compassionate care to our community.

Works in collaboration and partnership with chronically ill or high-risk? patients and their family/caregiver(s), clinic/hospital/specialty providers and staff, and community resources in a team approach to provide linkages for the various health and social needs of the patient. Provides assessment, treatment, group and individual therapy, and support services. Develop in conjunction with clinical team, an individualized treatment plan to address needs of the patient/significant others to support recovery. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental and emotional health associated with chronic disease, depression, addictions and substance abuse, stress management; self-esteem; and aging.

See https://jobs.leehealth.org/job/licensed-mental-health-counselor-clinical-support-1300021/?utm_source=linkup_ppc&clickid=55bc2aac1832958cf3a3c903941044cefc835aa2-f82b-11e5-aa06-002590fa5f36

Saturday, November 17, 2018

Sandtray Play Therapy Workshop

This workshop will allow you to  learn the fundamentals of Sandtray Play Therapy. You will gain a sense of Sandtray Play and practice ways to expand your ability to be fully present with clients. At the same time, you will be learning concepts of Interpersonal Neurobiology in order to gain a deeper   understanding of what happens to the brain when sand, play, and warm     empathetic relationships are brought together into a powerful healing experience.

More info: http://learnsandtray.com/


Monday, November 12, 2018

WhiteSands Treatment Centers



My name is Dori, from WhiteSands Treatment Centers.  WhiteSands currently operates two, well established, private residential substance abuse rehabilitation centers in Ft. Myers and Plant City.  I am very pleased to announce that we are expanding our services to more than 25 outpatient offices in Florida, and are on track to open these sites in the very near future.  To learn more about WhiteSands, I encourage you to review our website at your convenience.

To that end, I am in the process of identifying local substance abuse counselors/therapists who are interested in coming aboard at one or more of the IOP locations listed below, and who are open to receiving patient referrals for one on one therapy.  Our clients will be seeking various levels of outpatient services along the continuum of substance abuse care. To let us know you are interested in joining the WhiteSands family, or in becoming a referral resource, please send your resume in doc, docx or pdf format.  Remember to include the city or cities you are most interested in from those lists below.  Without knowing which city/cites you are inclined to, I will assume the address on your resume contains the only city that appeals to you.

You will find my contact information below. Email is the most efficient way to communicate with me.

Best regards,

Dori
Dorianne “Dori” Rubin
Admissions Administrator – Corporate

  • Bonita Springs
  • Estero
  • Ft. Pierce
  • Port Saint Lucie
  • Sebastian

Saturday, November 3, 2018

FGCU breaks ground on Student and Community Counseling Center

Florida Gulf Coast University is expanding access to mental and behavioral healthcare for underserved populations in Southwest Florida. The university officially broke ground Tuesday on its Student and Community Counseling Center.

Read more about this special event from FGCU 360:
https://fgcu360.com/2018/10/31/fgcu-breaks-ground-student-community-counseling-center/

Watch a slide show of the ceremony:

Monday, October 29, 2018

CLINICIAN III - SalusCare Florida • Fort Myers, FL


Highly professional and competent clinician position in SalusCare’s newest program! Delivers individual and group therapy to adults experiencing substance use / abuse challenges, possibly also with co-occurring mental health disorders. Exciting inter-disciplinary team (case management, medical case management, peer specialist and outreach peer workers) will be delivering services in the community to support individuals working towards their recovery from substance use. Must function well as a team member and be able to implement evidence-based clinical treatment for substance use and mental health disorders. Documentation of services in an accurate and timely manner. Asset in maintaining and contributing to program outcomes. Develops relationships with internal and external providers and resources.

Learn more here.

Life Skills Program Training Instructor

Life Skills Program Training Instructor

Community Resource Network of Florida Inc. in  Fort MyersFL 33907

Company Overview
Community Resource Network of Florida Inc. provides compassionate care and services to adults and children with disabilities. We believe every person should have access to individualized services to enhance their quality of life. We are driven to help people of all ages and abilities thrive at home and in the community.

Crisis Response Resources


American School Counselor Association: Helping Students During Crisis
https://www.schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors/professional-development/learn-more/helping-kids-during-crisis

Shooting Resources | American School Counselor Association (ASCA) https://www.schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors/professional-development/learn-more/shooting-resources

Natural Disasters: Helping Kids During Crisis | American School Counselor Association (ASCA):
https://www.schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors/professional-development/learn-more/natural-disasters-helping-kids-during-crisis

Helping Students After a Hurricane | American School Counselor Association (ASCA)
https://www.schoolcounselor.org/school-counselors/professional-development/learn-more/helping-students-after-a-hurricane

ASCA Position Statement
https://www.schoolcounselor.org/asca/media/asca/PositionStatements/PS_SafeSchools.pdf

American Counselor Association
https://www.counseling.org/knowledge-center/mental-health-resources/trauma-disaster

Saturday, October 27, 2018

FGCU to open counseling center next year

ABC-7.com WZVN News for Fort Myers, Cape Coral & Naples, Florida

The center will provide access to counseling and education to the under-served community like children and families, at little to no cost.

"The thing that's going to make us unique is that we are not going to accept insurance, our fees are going to be $25 or whatever you make an hour, whichever is less," said Dr. Alise Bartley, FGCU Visiting Assistant Professor.

Bartley helped lay the groundwork for the center, her passions for mental health, fueled by her love for FGCU.

Read more: http://www.abc-7.com/story/39367438/fgcu-to-open-counseling-center-next-year

Thursday, October 25, 2018

2019 Choice Theory Conference



More information: http://wglasser.com/2019-conference/

WGI-US, Glasser Canada and the NW Region of WGI-US has exciting information about the upcoming 2019 Conference in Bellevue, WA, a suburb of Seattle. This will be a co-sponsored conference between the US and Canada, hosted by the NW Region of WGI-US. You can view the information regarding the conference here: www.wglasser.com/2019-conference. From that page, you will be able to submit a proposal, book your hotel, register for the conference itself and corresponding events, and book an Alaskan cruise with Holland America if you are interested. Look in the upper left-hand corner and click on the corresponding icons.

The confe rence theme is Choice Theory: Your Operating System for a Quality Life. We are doing things differently next year, mainly to accommodate having the conference in this hotel with the special rate of $119/night they are offering. The conference will begin Tuesday, September 3, and end Friday, September 6, 2019. Faculty day will be before the conference begins on September 3 and the annual board meeting for those interested in attending will be September 2, 2019, with the board also meeting on September 1. Certification and instructor training will happen following the conference from September 7-10, 2019.

We are looking for conference proposals if you'd like to present. Please note, you must be CTRT certified to present, unless you are presenting with a certified person. We will be looking for proposals that speak to a variety of audiences with a variety of applications. WGI -US and Glasser Canada are working to bring Choice Theory to the everyday person so any presentations with ideas in that direction will be welcome. We will also give preference to any seasoned, known Glasser person who is introducing a new CT presenter.

The hotel is the Embassy Suites in Bellevue, WA. You will want to register as soon as possible in case the room block runs out. The price of rooms in the nearby vicinity is expected to be more than double what we have negotiated with the conference hotel. You can book your rooms from the conference page.

We have planned an Alaskan cruise for those wanting to participate the week prior to the conference. We have booked a group on Holland America leaving from Seattle on August 24th and returning August 31st. You can learn about the cruise on our website. Please call to book. Trying to book on the website or even a discount travel website means WGI will not receive credit for your room. This cruise is strickly recreational. You can invite anyone you want and provide them with our code. The voyage is D954 24 Aug 2019. Holland America does not offer special pricing for groups but they do give some type of rebate to the group to be used for something special for the group. They were quite cryptic about what this would be because it is completely dependent on how many people sign up. You may find lower prices on different websites and are free to choose them, but you will not be able to benefit from whatever benefit happens to be planned for the group. This might include a special excursion, a special dinner or anything else Holland America offers. Also be aware the prices on the Holland America site include taxes while the ones on special travel websites often do not. I hope to see you on this 8-day/7-night cruise!

In order to plan for the conference:

August 24, 2019 - Em bark on cruise to Alaska leaving from Seattle
August 31, 2019 - Debark from cruise in Seattle
September 1 & 2, 2019 - US Annual Board meeting
September 3, 2019 - Leadership & Faculty Day
September 3, 2019 - Take Charge of Your Life
September 3, 2019 (Note: This is a Tuesday) - Conference Opening Reception
September 4-6 (Wednesday through Friday) 2019 - Conference
September 6, 2019 (Friday) - Conference Closing Dinner and Celebration
September 7-10, 2019 - CTRT Certification and Faculty Training &
Endorsement (Depending on the numbers, this may be three days instead of four.)

Saturday, October 20, 2018

The Multicultural and Social Justice Counseling Summit



Responding to the need to eliminate the mental health gap:  Serving our communities through social action, multicultural research, and systemic change.

Location:  Orlando, Florida
Dates:  June 21-22 2019
Registration:  November 2018!

Are you interested in presenting?  
Proposal Submission Portal:  https://goo.gl/forms/QvnpCTY71w0bUezL2
Proposals due December 15th

We hope to see you in Orlando in June 2019!

#AMCDSummit2019

Thursday, October 18, 2018

U.S. Department of State's Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program

Source: American School Counselor Association


U.S. Department of State
Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program

Applications are now being accepted for the U.S. Department of State's Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program at http://www.clscholarship.org/apply
Applications are due Tuesday, November 27, 2018 by 8:00pm EST.

The CLS Program is a fully-funded intensive overseas language and cultural immersion program for U.S. undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at U.S. colleges and universities. Students spend eight to ten weeks abroad studying one of 15 critical languages: Arabic, Azerbaijani, Bangla, Chinese, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Punjabi, Russian, Swahili, Turkish, and Urdu.  Most CLS languages do not require previous study of the target language.

The program includes intensive language instruction and structured cultural enrichment experiences designed to promote rapid language gains. The scholarship program includes international airfare, tuition, and all program costs, as well as meals and living accommodations (often with a host family).

The CLS Program seeks participants with diverse interests, and from a wide range of fields of study and career paths, with the purpose of representing the full diversity of the United States. Participants are selected based on their commitment to language learning and plans to apply their language skills to their future academic or professional pursuits.  

CLS is part of a wider government initiative to expand the number of Americans studying and mastering foreign languages that are critical to national security and economic prosperity. CLS plays an important role in preparing students for the 21st century's globalized workforce and increasing national competitiveness.

Download a one-page CLS flyer here.
CLS Website: http://www.clscholarship.org
CLS Facebook page: www.facebook.com/CLScholarship
CLS Twitter page: twitter.com/CLSscholarship
Questions? Email CLS@AmericanCouncils.org