Universal mental health screening is gaining recognition as an effective way to identify early warning signs of youth mental health needs. However, it can be an overwhelming process! In this 3-part series, participants will learn how to implement school mental health screening, with attention to readiness, follow-up, and sustainability.
Universal mental health screening is gaining recognition as an effective way to identify early warning signs of youth mental health needs. However, it can be an overwhelming process! In this 3-part series, participants will learn how to implement school mental health screening, with attention to readiness, follow-up, and sustainability. In the third session, participants will learn how to organize data and build lasting systems. Specifically, systems for progress monitoring and tracking of follow-up will be presented. Webinar attendees will learn how to store and re-visit screening data effectively and efficiently to serve youth over the long run. Materials to support data management will be available to attendees.
Registrants who fully attend this event or training will receive a certificate of attendance via email within two weeks after the event or training.
Miranda Zahn, PhD, NCSP, is an Assistant Professor of School Psychology at the University of South Dakota. She conducts research, training, and technical assistance in school-based mental health services. Specifically, Miranda focuses on social justice and the role of teachers in school supports for youth mental health. In addition, Miranda is a school psychologist and school mental health provider at Nebraska’s Educational Service Unit #1, where she provides direct services to youth as well as training and systems consultation to schools.
The Great Lakes MHTTC is offering this training for individuals working in HHS Region 5: IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI. This training is being provided in response to a need identified by Region 5 stakeholders.
