The Professional Training Institute (PTI) offers high-quality professional trainings annually to address timely and relevant issues related to abuse, addiction, grief and loss, mental health, and more. JCFS Chicago offers Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) for social workers, counselors, psychologists, Illinois Certified Domestic Violence Professionals (through a partnership with Between Friends), and Certified Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors. All trainings can be tailored to your specific needs.

Abuse Prevention
Boundaries, Abuse and Supporting Communities
This workshop is for educators and other staff who work with children. It provides practical  guidance on setting boundaries, recognizing abuse, responding to disclosures, and supporting students/campers and staff.

Addiction/Recovery
Judaism and Addiction/Recovery
This training covers spirituality in addiction recovery, the Jewish experience in recovery, shared values and practices, and the Jewish community’s role in supporting recovery.

Behavioral Addiction Clergy Training
Designed specifically for clergy, this session covers alcohol and drug addiction basics, non-substance addictions (e.g., gambling, internet overuse), and related recovery concepts, with a focus on issues specific to synagogues and Jewish communities.

What is Harm Reduction?
This presentation introduces the concept of harm reduction in addressing both substance and nonsubstance related addictions. Participants will gain an understanding of the harm reduction model, its practical applications in the community, and discuss attitudes that may influence its effective use.

Mental Health Education
Understanding Mental Health
This workshop will equip professionals with tools for assisting people who may be struggling with mental health conditions. Participants will learn how to identify the signs and symptoms of mental illnesses and addictions and connect people with the appropriate care.

Coloring Inside the Lines
Learn how to cultivate and maintain healthy boundaries with staff and the community members you serve. This workshop will equip you with the skills to lead a tough conversation and  prioritize selfcare.

BASIC Ph: Coping with Curveballs
Learn to navigate life’s challenges by identifying personal coping strategies. This session  includes steps to enhance well-being for yourself, your family, and your community.

Safer Synagogues
Our Safer Synagogues program offers a six-part training series designed for synagogue clergy, staff and lay leaders.

JCFS Chicago opens some of its internal professional training to outside professionals, with these opportunities listed in our calendar listings.

For additional information about professional training opportunities, contact Ask@JCFS.org or call 855.275.5237.