Upcoming Trainings
Language of Recovery
Date / Time:
June 10, 2026 9:00-12:15
Location: Virtual
Research continues to show what we believe impacts how we speak and what we say matters! Language has a profound impact in substance use disorder related work and this session will focus on utilizing strength-base, person first recovery language and the impact language has on those we serve.
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Behavioral Health Learning Community
Date / Time:
June 11, 2026 9:00-10:00
Location: Virtual
For Behavioral Health Partners: The Behavioral Health Learning Community Call is a quarterly conversation focused on supporting Ohio START families through trauma-informed care, collaboration, and real-world strategies. Each session will highlight a relevant topic and include space for shared learning.
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Family Team Meetings
Date / Time:
June 16, 2026 1:00-4:00
Location: Virtual
By registering for this training you are committing to attend both sessions: 6/16/2026 from 1pm-4pm & 6/17/2026 from 1pm-4pm
One of the key ingredients in the Ohio START program is Family Team Meetings (FTM). This training will describe the core principles, components, and skills needed to successfully facilitate FTMs. This training is required for staff that will take active role in FTMs including: START CW supervisors, START CW caseworkers, FPM, and BH Supervisors/service coordinators.
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Caseworker Learning Community
Date / Time:
June 18, 2026 9:00-10:00
Location: Virtual
For Ohio START Caseworkers: The Caseworker Learning Community Calls are a quarterly forum for START caseworkers to network with one another, share successes, ask questions and learn from each other. Additionally, each call will explore topics based on emerging needs from the field.
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Motivational Interviewing: Beyond the Basics Training (part 2 of 2)
Date / Time:
June 18, 2026 9:00-1:30
Location: virtual
(Part 2 of 2) In this continuation from the Introduction to Motivational interviewing, participants will learn about the guiding spirit of MI and the four tasks and will have the opportunity to practice core skills and appropriately respond to challenges in an experiential skill-development training. This training is part 2 of 2 of the MI training required for Ohio START caseworkers, family peer mentors and supervisors. This training is intended for those that have attended Motivational Interviewing: An Introduction Training (part 1 of 2), OR a previous Introduction to Motivational Interviewing training. This session will also serve as a refresher for those that have previously attended an Introduction to MI training.
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Family Peer Mentor Learning Community
Date / Time:
June 24, 2026 9:00-10:00
Location: Virtual
For Family Peer Mentors: This monthly call offers space for Family Peer Mentors to connect, learn, and share strategies. Each session includes updates, peer support, and conversations around real-world challenges like stigma, advocacy, and promoting dignity in practice.
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Needs Portal Training
Date / Time:
June 24, 2026 9:00-10:00
Location: Virtual
This live training provides an opportunity for caseworkers, Family Peer Mentors, and behavioral health partners to explore the Needs Portal, ask questions, and strengthen their skills. Each session offers guidance, troubleshooting support, and space to refresh or deepen understanding of the portal's features and best practices.
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Needs Portal Drop-In Hours
Date / Time:
June 29, 2026 10:00-11:00
Location: Virtual
Do you need help with Needs Portal data entry or editing? The Needs Portal team is offering monthly data cleaning office hours each month. During this time, we will trouble shoot any problems you're have with the system and assist with any data entry/editing tasks, including addressing missing data issues. .
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Resilience Network
Date / Time:
July 7, 2026 8:00-9:00
Location: Virtual
For All Ohio START Members: Take a moment to recharge with this monthly session focused on simple, practical ways to build resilience. Expect inspiration, reflection, and tools you can use in your work and daily life.
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Quarterly Coaching Call (Virtual)
Date / Time:
July 8, 2026 9:00-10:00
Location: Virtual
Coaching calls are 1-hour trainings that focus on topics specific to implementation of START strategies. Coaching calls are held quarterly and may be attended by any Ohio START staff. They will be on the same date and time, the first Thursday and second Wednesday, from 9:00-10:00. The same content will be covered at each session, so participants only need attend one of the days.
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Quarterly Coaching Call (Virtual)
Date / Time:
July 9, 2026 9:00-10:00
Location: Virtual
Coaching calls are 1-hour trainings that focus on topics specific to implementation of START strategies. Coaching calls are held quarterly and may be attended by any Ohio START staff. They will be on the same date and time, the first or second Thursday and second Wednesday, from 9:00-10:00. The same content will be covered at each session, so participants only need attend one of the days.
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Administrative Learning Community
Date / Time:
July 16, 2026 9:00-10:00
Location: Virtual
For Ohio START Administrators: The Administrative Learning Community Call is a quarterly space providing updates, support, and space to connect with peers. Topics are based on current needs and feedback and may include certification, training, and implementation challenges.
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Introduction to START for New Staff
Date / Time:
July 16, 2026 2:00-4:00
Location: Virtual
This introductory course provides staff new to the Ohio START program with the basics necessary to begin working with families. It includes a brief review of key aspects of START including eligibility, timelines, roles and responsibilities, and engaging clients and family serving agencies. Staff will also need to complete the full day Foundations 4 training when next available. This is not intended for anyone that has already attended Foundations 4.
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Supervisor Professional Learning Community
Date / Time:
July 16, 2026 9:00-10:00
Location: Virtual
SUPERVISORS ONLY: This 1-hour Professional Learning Community (PLC) for supervisors will meet bi-monthly. Based on input from the November 2024 Consortium meetings and the subsequent survey, these networking sessions will include a specific topic but will also allow time to discuss current challenges, suggestions and offer any pertinent updates. The topics are based on your input however, they may be subject to change depending on other issues that arise throughout the year. This is
open to both PCSA and BH supervisors participating in Ohio START.
In this session, we will continue to explore the concept of What About You? Working with those that work with others. Our relationships with others are a key piece of taking care of ourselves. Sometimes these relationships help; sometimes they distract. No matter what, we know that taking care of ourselves cannot happen in isolation.
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