Crisis Now Training Series

CRISIS NOW TRAINING SERIES

Workforce Preparedness for Behavioral Health Crisis Response

The Crisis Now Training Series supports Alaska鈥檚 health and human services workforce with targeted education designed to prepare professionals for high-impact, community-based crisis response.

These sessions build essential skills for those working in behavioral health, public safety, emergency response, and care coordination roles鈥攅nsuring teams are equipped to respond with compassion, cultural awareness, and clinical effectiveness. Based on the national Crisis Now framework and adapted for Alaska鈥檚 unique needs, this training series promotes cross-sector collaboration, de-escalation techniques, trauma-informed care, and efficient navigation of the crisis care continuum.

All trainings are available online and can be delivered live or on-demand. Organizations can request customized sessions to meet their specific workforce development goals. Trainings are currently offered at no cost; however, a fee structure may be introduced after July 1, 2025, based on available funding.

Program Details

  • Format: Live / Online
  • Customization: Team Workshops
  • Cost: No Cost*
  • *Free until July 1, 2025 based on available funding.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This series is ideal for:

  • Behavioral health providers
  • Crisis response teams
  • Peer support specialists
  • Law enforcement and emergency personnel
  • Community-based healthcare workers
  • School and campus safety staff
  • Anyone supporting individuals in crisis

AVAILABLE TRAININGS

Addressing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue

Format: Live / Online

Learn to identify and prevent burnout, while developing tools for recovery and resilience in caregiving roles.

An Intergenerational Workforce

Format: Live / Online

Build skills to bridge generational gaps, fostering collaboration and strengthening team dynamics across ages.

Boundaries for Workplace Wellness

Format: Live / Online

Develop strategies to maintain healthy professional boundaries, boosting individual and team well-being.

Defining Needs and Requests

Format: Live / Online

Learn how to articulate your needs and requests clearly to enhance team cooperation and avoid misunderstandings.

Exploring Communication in the Workplace

Format: Live / Online

Improve communication techniques to strengthen relationships and increase efficiency in the workplace.

Exploring Healthy Conflict

Format: Live / Online

Learn how to address and resolve conflicts constructively, turning potential tensions into growth opportunities.

Personalities and Work Styles

Format: Live / Online

Understand different personality types and work styles to improve collaboration and overall team performance.

OBJECTIVES & STRUCTURE

Program Objectives

  • Equip staff with tools for real-time crisis response
  • Enhance coordination across health, safety, and community systems
  • Promote trauma-informed, culturally responsive care
  • Support long-term engagement in behavioral health careers

Program Structure

Each session includes guided instruction, peer discussions, and practical scenarios modeled after Alaska-based case studies. Trainings are aligned with national best practices and are continuously updated to reflect evolving community needs.

Bring this CACHE Training to Your Team

All trainings can be delivered as part of an organizational wellness series or customized workshop. Ideal for team retreats, leadership development, or ongoing staff training.

Registration & Contact

馃摟 Contact: uaa_cache@alaska.edu

馃敆 Catalog: CACHE Training Catalog

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