Professional Development
Taking part in a training session is an excellent way to learn more about the human services arena and obtain answers to your questions. Whether you are looking for more general information or are interested in a specific program or service offered by DHS, please check out the offerings below for additional information.
Ongoing
General DHS information
The DHS Office of Community Relations offers trainings to individuals or groups interested in learning more about the general services DHS provides. For more information on these trainings, please contact: Samantha Murphy, 412-350-2441, samantha.murphy@alleghenycounty.us
Family Development Credential Training Program (FDC)
Offered through the DHS Office of Community Services, this training program is designed for persons who work directly with individuals and families.
Service Coordination Trainings and Certificates
Offered through the DHS Office of Behavioral Health and the University of Pittsburgh, these certificates are required of all individuals who currently provide services coordination services for persons with a mental health disorder.
Behavioral Health
Information on services for children and young adults with serious emotional disorders
The DHS OBH Bureau of Children and Adolescent Mental Health Services Children’s Team Liaisons offer trainings to anyone interested in acquiring additional information on services like the Student Assistance Program (SAP), Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for students with special needs or on special education legislation and regulations for DHS and provider agencies serving children in Allegheny County Schools. For more information on trainings, please contact: Colleen Coudriet: 412-350-4958, colleen.coudriet@alleghenycounty.us
Education
Training Materials
Pennsylvania’s General and Special Education/Disability Accommodation Screen
For questions about any of the above training materials, the Education Screen or other DHS education-related training opportunities, contact:
Samantha Murphy
Resource Services Manager/Education Liaison
Email: Samantha.Murphy@alleghenycounty.us
Phone: 412-350-2441
Intellectual Disabilities
Information for children and young adults with mental retardation
The DHS Office of Intellectual Disability offers trainings about the services OID provides such as eligibility for services and waivers with a specific focus on transition planning. For more information on these trainings, please contact:
Chris Rodocker, Employment Initiative point person, 412-253-1589 or chris.rodocker@alleghenycounty.us