PRTC MONTHLY

Virtual | March 24, 2026, 1 pm – 3 pm

Presented by Melissa Groden, MS, HC-BCP, CFRS

Overview: Personality Lingo takes participants beyond the basics of personality style identification by providing practical tools for appreciating differences, communicating more effectively, and navigating the stress we encounter in everyday life, both at work and at home. Participants will identify the four communication styles and the key characteristics associated with each style. The training also helps participants understand how to motivate others using different communication styles and recognize the impact of stress on each style, strengthening self-awareness, adaptability, and effective communication.

To register click the link below or scan the QR code.

https://bit.ly/4qKqSEx

Virtual | March 25, 2026

CPS: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

CRS/CFRS: 9:00 am – 4 pm

Overview: Ethics training for CPS, CRS & CFRS focused on boundaries, confidentiality, and ethics hours for recertification. This training provides an overview of ethical practice in peer support and recovery-oriented roles. Designed for Certified Peer Specialists (CPS) and Certified Recovery Specialists / Certified Family Recovery Specialists (CRS/CFRS), the course focuses on boundaries, confidentiality, self-disclosure, and ethical decision-making. Participants will strengthen their understanding of professional ethics while staying grounded in core peer values such as mutuality, respect, choice, empowerment, and integrity.

Spanish Session Available - See Below

Recertification credit:

• Meets CPS ethics requirements (3 ethics hours)
• Meets CRS/CFRS ethics requirements (6 ethics hours)

To register click the link below or scan the QR code.

Virtual | Marzo 31, 2026

CPS: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

CRS/CFRS: 9:00 am – 4 pm

Este entrenamiento está dirigido a personas que trabajan en roles orientados a la recuperación. Proporciona una explicación clara de qué es la conducta ética en el entorno laboral, incluyendo el establecimiento y mantenimiento de límites profesionales, la confidencialidad y cómo tomar decisiones éticas adecuadas en situaciones reales. El entrenamiento ayuda a las y los participantes a fortalecer su práctica profesional mientras se mantienen alineados con los valores fundamentales del apoyo entre pares y la recuperación.

• CPS: cumple con 3 horas de ética
• CRS/CFRS: cumple con 6 horas de ética

Para registrarse haga clic en el siguiente enlace o escanee el código QR:

https://bit.ly/4l9bxv0

Need assistance? Our computer lab is open on Fridays. This is a space designed for peers to get one-on-one help as they work toward their next goals. We can support you with online applications, resume updates or formatting, completing online trainings for CRS/CFRS recertification, and taking the CRS exam in person at the center.

Registration is required. Participants must select a time slot in advance.

¿Necesitas apoyo? Este es un espacio acogedor para personas con experiencia vivida que quieren avanzar hacia sus próximas metas. Ofrecemos apoyo individual para completar solicitudes en línea, actualizar o darle forma a tu resumé, completar entrenamientos en línea para la recertificación de CRS/CFRS, y tomar el examen de CRS en persona en el centro.

Es necesario registrarse con anticipación.

We’re looking ahead and planning future trainings that best support peers, supervisors, and our recovery community, and your voice matters. As part of this planning, we’re asking you to complete a short 2-minute survey to help guide upcoming trainings.

Your input will help us:

• Identify training topics you want to see more of
• Plan future offerings for peers and supervisors
• Expand Spanish-language trainings
• Explore partnership opportunities with organizations and community groups

The Philadelphia Recovery Training Center (PRTC) provides recovery-focused, peer-centered trainings that support individuals and organizations across the recovery community. We offer workforce development, professional development, and continuing education opportunities that help peers and supervisors build skills, confidence, and leadership for long-term success in the field.

Location: 520 N. Columbus Blvd. Ste. 201

Email: Slloyd@councilsepa.org

Phone: 267-817-4984

Training services are free in Philadelphia through funding provided by the Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility Services (DBHIDS)