• Ethics and Standards of Behavior in Substance Abuse Counseling
• Responsible Parenting Skills (for parents, teachers, caregivers)
• The Use of Art in Substance Abuse Counseling
• So You've Been Promoted, Now What?
• Substance Abuse Recovery with the GLBT Client
• Substance Abuse Counseling: Back to Basics
• Relaxation Techniques in Sustance Abuse Counseling

This workshop will be an introduction to the issues faced by LGBTQ clients.  Workshop participants will learn about the concerns of LGBTQ clients and it's barriers to effective, supportive counseling.

This workshop is ONLY for Hull House staff.

This training will focus on the common mistakes that counselors potentially make during their early careers.  Workshop participants will learn how to avoid mistakes during the various stages of the helping process and learn where to seek assistance when needed. 

This workshop is being presented for CARITAS Companies at Grace Place in Chicago, IL.  To register or for more information, contact CARITAS Companies.

Or, for faster service, you can fax your registration form to 773-856-0594.

A training program or workshop(s) can be created so that an appropriate amount of time, energy and information is giving to you and your program / organization to meet your goals and your mission.  Please email me or call 312-339-6208.

Below are just a few workshops that are available and ready to be amended to meet your needs:

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The Job Journey: Career Development Workshops are workshops developed for individuals who have never worked or are returning to the workforce after a period of time.  Workshop participants gain knowledge and skills through lectures as well as hands-on experience.  The workshops are presented in a series of three separate workshops.  Participants who complete the series will receive a certificate of completion.

   The Job Search:

The Job Search workshop gives participants the opportunity to learn and practice seeking employment through different means such as classified ads, the internet, networks, etc.  They engage in exercises that help them think about jobs that fit their individual life goals, values and needs. 

After completion of the workshop, participants will have a working plan to find a job that they will enjoy and stick with.  Participants will gain knowledge in stress management, planning a job search, job leads, employer expectations, networking, listening skills, and more.

   Your Resume, Cover Letter and Application:

The Resumes, Cover Letters and Applications workshop gives participants the opportunity to learn and create their own resume and cover letter as well as practice completing an application.  They will learn about what information is needed and what to avoid.  Additional topics include action words, references, and trouble questions.

   Interviewing Skills:

The Interviewing Skills workshop gives participants the opportunity to learn and practice how to interview with a prospective employer, with the goal of getting the job.  Participants will gain knowledge in grooming and hygiene, communication, listening skills, common interview questions, first impressions, problem questions, how to write thank you letters and more.  When possible, participants will engage in a mock interview and will receive feedback on their performance.

The Diversity Workshop takes a hands-on approach to help its participants understand and implement diversity in their life, program or organization.  After completion of the workshop, participants will have increased their knowledge of the diverse ideas and experiences of all people as well as learned to build rapport between people who are culturally, racially, and by gender different. 

This workshop will use lecture, small group discussions and role-plays to look at where our beliefs about different cultures have come from, understand the values of individual uniqueness, think through tough issues, overcome personal and institutional bias, tolerate our differences, and more.  This workshop can be tailored to the specific needs of the group.

Working with Special Populations Workshops: will give Counselors, Educators, and other professionals an introduction to working with individuals and groups with special needs.  Areas of discussion can include statistical data, issues, concerns and barriers faced by the group, treatment and intervention.  There will also be some experiential activities.

     Mental Illness & Substance Abuse (MISA):

This workshop addresses the special needs of individuals with mental illness, alcohol/substance abuse, or co-occurring mental illness and substance abuse problems.  After completion of the workshop, participants will have gained knowledge in mental illnesses, substance abuse, diagnosis, barriers to treatment, treatment interventions, and more.  This workshop will include group discussions and experiential activities.

   Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning:

This workshop assists Counselors, Educators and other professionals understand and help Gay, Lesbian, Bi, Transgendered, and Questioning Individuals.  After completion of the workshop, participants will have gained knowledge in gender identity, gender roles, sexual orientation, homophobia, heterosexual privilege, therapeutic issues, treatment and interventions, the coming out process, and more.  This workshop will also include role-play activities and small group discussions.

   Formerly Incarcerated:

This workshop addresses the special needs of individuals who were formerly incarcerated.  After completion of the workshop, participants will have gained knowledge in the criminal justice system, barriers to the re-entry process, substance abuse issues, mental illness, health and medical concerns, employment needs, education, case management, working with parole agents, and more.  This workshop will also include group discussion and experiential activities.

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Following is a list of workshops and trainings that were held recently.  If you are interest in any of these trainings for your organization, please contact me.

Building Better Relationships.  Workshop presented by Marilyn Yirku as part of our Professional Development Program.

 

Common Mistakes New Counselors Make.  Workshop presented by Dr. Frial as part of our Professional Development Program.

 

Creative Journaling.  Workshop presented by Marilyn Yirku as part of our Professional Development Program.

 

Substance Abuse.  Workshop presented to the Counseling Staff of Catholic Charities; Lombard, Illinois

 

Helping People Enjoy their Later Years.  Workshop presented by Marilyn Yirku as part of our Professional Development Program

 

Substance Abuse.  Workshop presented to the Counseling Department of Francis Parker School; Chicago, Illinois

 

Playing Nice in the Sandbox. Workshop present by Marilyn Yirku as part of our Professional Development Program

 

Strength-Based, Peer-Centered Supervision.  Workshop presented by Andy Young as part of our Professional Development Program

 

Act Like an Octopus.  Workshop presented by Marilyn Yirku as part of our Professional Development Program

 

Strategies to Lessen Resistance in Recovery.  Worksho presented by Andy Young as part of our Professional Development Program

 

Child Sexual Abuse: What We Should Know.  Workshop presented by Selma Stainback as part of our Professional Development Program

 

Ethics and Standards of Behavior in Substance Abuse Counseling.  Workshop presented at St. Leonard's Ministries Professional Development Program; Chicago, Illinois

 

Assisting the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, or Questioning Student.  Workshop presented at the University of Chicago School of Social Service Administration for Youth Guidance; Chicago, Illinois

 

Substance Abuse Recovery with the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual or Transgender Client.  Workshop presented at St. Leonard's Ministries Professional Development Program; Chicago, Illinois

 

Substance Abuse Counseling 202: Getting Started.  Workshop presented for CARITAS Companies; Chicago, Illinois

 

My Experience as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor.  Class Interview for Introduction to Family Addictions Course at Harold Washington College; Chicago, Illinois

 

Creating and Owning Our Mission.  Workshop presented to the Board of Directors of Raising Our Children; Des Plaines, Illinois

 

Comprehensive Supportive Services for Ex-offenders in Recovery.  Workshop presented for CARITAS Companies; Chicago, Illinois

 

The Application Process.  Workshop presented at The Learning Center; Chicago, Illinois

 

Comprehensive Assessment and Supportive Services for the Formerly Incarcerated Individual in Recovery.  Workshop presented at St. Leonard’s Ministries Professional Development Program; Chicago, Illinois

 

Responsible Parenting.  Workshop presented at St. Andrew’s Church; Chicago, Illinois