Mental Health First Aid® Maryland

Our Peer Practice Sessions are back! Check our our Instructor Resource page for upcoming dates. These sessions are designed to give you a small group sounding board, practice space, and expert guidance - all with fellow Maryland Instructors! New and existing instructors are encouraged to attend. https://lnkd.in/e2pwHCTm

Are you a Maryland employer? Have you figured out how to make naloxone part of your safety program? Learn from your peers and other experts at this (free!) interactive workshop on naloxone in the workplace November 14 in Baltimore. Those in the construction, manufacturing and transportation/warehousing sector may be most interested, as the risk of opioid overdose is highest in these sectors. https://lnkd.in/eQ5GQZP5

[FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE] Mental Health Association of Maryland Launches 1-Year Community College Mental Health First Aid Initiative in Partnership with Maryland Department of Health Behavioral Health Administration The Mental Health Association of Maryland (MHAMD), in partnership with the Maryland Department of Health Behavioral Health Administration, is excited to announce the launch of a new 1-Year Community College Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Initiative, designed to strengthen mental health support across Maryland’s community colleges. Building on the success of MHAMD’s HBCU initiative, this program will provide vital training resources to faculty, staff, and students, helping to create a more supportive campus environment. The initiative, running now through June 30, 2025, will focus on empowering community college campuses by offering MHFA instructor training, class delivery support, and monthly virtual classes. These resources aim to enhance mental health awareness and intervention skills across campuses, benefiting students, faculty, and staff alike. Learn more about the benefits of getting involved: https://lnkd.in/eehVuR_s Get Involved: To learn more about the initiative, email [email protected], or visit https://lnkd.in/eehVuR_s.

Mental Health First Aid Maryland is hiring! We are seeking three Campus Engagement Associates (CEA) to support the implementation and expansion of the Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) programming at Maryland's sixteen regional community colleges. This role is a blend of teaching and administrative responsibilities, requiring dynamic individuals who are both organized and comfortable engaging with diverse college communities. The associates will work closely with instructors, coordinators, and other stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of MHFA trainings and outreach activities. Submit a resume and cover letter, stating qualifications and the region you are applying to work in (see attached) and send to [email protected]. We are looking to fill these positions ASAP! Please share widely. ⬅⬇➡️⬆

Due to high demand, we've added two additional QPR trainings next week... Because the learning doesn't stop, just because the awareness month is over! Join us on Oct 2nd or Oct 3rd for free, virtual suicide prevention training. Oct 2nd, 12:00-1:30 https://lnkd.in/eD-KFxew Oct 3rd, 2:00-3:30 https://lnkd.in/enjWAyTA #SuicidePrevention #QuestionPersuadeRefer #QPR #September #October #MentalHealthAwareness

ALGEE spotted in the wild! 🐨 Mental Health Association of Maryland had the pleasure of vibing with attendees at the Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival this weekend! Sharing more about #MentalHealthFirstAid, QPR, and our ongoing Resiliency Road Trip with Frank Kros! Looking to learn more about what MHAMD is doing this month? Check out our virtual and in-person events at MHAMD.org/events.

UPDATE: Due to high demand, we've opened another training!! Visit https://lnkd.in/ekmCqzVY to see our current offerings. How are you recognizing and supporting Suicide Prevention Month this September? At the Mental Health Association of Maryland (MHAMD), we're committed to training over 300 individuals to become suicide prevention advocates. Take the first step or continue your journey by joining one of our free, 90-minute virtual trainings. 🗓️ Upcoming sessions: *full* September 24th: 10:00–11:30 AM *full* September 30th: 9:30–11:00 AM *full* September 30th: 12:00–1:30 PM ➡️➡️ Oct 2nd: 12:00-1:30 https://lnkd.in/ekmCqzVY Please share widely among your Maryland community! #SuicidePreventionMonth #MentalHealthMatters #MHAMD #CommunityTraining

SAVE THE DATE: The National Instructor Summit is taking place on Sunday, May 4th in Philadelphia! This event is FREE for Instructors and, this year, is local(ish)! Interested in getting involved? Submit a presentation proposal – MHFA Summit attendees will be Instructors and Coordinators just like you, who want to hear about your MHFA program and best practices they can replicate with their courses and in their communities. https://lnkd.in/errgtSrG Nominate yourself or someone else for a MHFA Impact Award -- The MHFA Impact awards honor Instructors, Coordinators and organizations that are making a tangible, measurable impact on their communities in changing the conversation around mental wellbeing. https://lnkd.in/eMDwpg8F

Our team is attending the Maryland Center for School Safety (MCSS) Conference over the next two days. Stop by and say hello! 👋