Effective Approaches to Resource Connection and Navigation

Training Description: Many of the successes I have had in my career serving people experiencing homelessness has been highly dependent on the quality of resources and supports I have been able to bring to bear to support them in their journey out of homelessness. I hope to be able to share some of the strategies and knowledge I have gained working in and navigating vast and complex human services systems with the Walk-In Counseling team in ways that will support counselors working with clients seeking services beyond those that Walk-In Counseling can provide.

Learning Objectives:

Attendees will learn about:

1.The State-County structure of human service programs and resources.

2.Understand strategies for connecting clients to resources in their area.

3.Develop a baseline understanding of some commonly sought after resources and providers in Hennepin, Ramsey, and Dakota Counties.