210 | Individual Crisis Outreach in PSH
Tracks
Workshop
| Wednesday, April 10, 2024 |
| 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
| Room 302-303 |
Session Overview
Proactively reaching out to housed clients in crisis is essential for early intervention, trust-building, and preventing isolation. By offering timely support, empowerment, and resources, we enhance stability and program impact while advocating for systemic change. Our dedication strengthens both individual well-being and community resilience.
Description
Proactively reaching out to housed clients in crisis is essential for early intervention, trust-building, and preventing isolation. By offering timely support, empowerment, and resources, we enhance stability and program impact while advocating for systemic change. Our dedication strengthens both individual well-being and community resilience.
Austin Wiedmaier
Peer Supervisor
DESC
Presenter
Austin Wiedmaier is a Peer Supervisor who has worked with DESC for over three years. Austin started his journey as a support staff at Crisis Solution Center before finding his passion in peer work with the Opioid Treatment Network and now helps guide other peers as a supervisor with MRT
Tinesha Harmon
Certified Peer Counselor
DESC
Presenter
Tinesha Harmon is a Certified Peer Counselor working with the Mobile Response Team. She excels at creating meaningful/effective groups and engaging with clients in an empathetic and effectual way. Tinesha leads with empathy and compassion in everything she encounters.
Jerome Finkley
Peer Specialist
DESC
Presenter
Jerome Finkley is a peer working with the Mobile Response crisis team. Jerome is a kind and intentional peer who works hard to establish and maintain relationships with his clients. Jerome is exemplary in the care and services he provides.
