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Highline Public Schools is seeking a part-time school-based project manager to focusing on developing an upstream vaping education and prevention system infrastructure within the school district. This is a one to two year position, requiring 15-20 hours per week, and offers a competitive rate of $85/hour or higher, based on experience, The ideal candidate will manage project implementation, coordinate with school officials, and drive initiatives to promote a healthier school environment.… read more

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) plans to observe the first annual 988 Day on September 8, 2024. 988 Day is a national initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and emphasizing the importance of mental health and suicide prevention. Join us on September 8, 2024, in spreading the message "No Judgment. Just Help."

The 988 Day Digital Toolkit is a comprehensive resource… read more

The National Behavioral Health Network (NBHN) recently released a resource titled Addressing Disparities and Increasing the Quality of Tobacco Treatment for African Americans. This brief infographic highlights the increased risk for tobacco exposure and use, emphasizing mentholated cigarettes, among the Black and African American community, and offers 6 equity-driven approaches to addressing this disparity.

Attached is a PDF version of the infographic. This was downloaded via the… read more

Attend this virtual webinar on Thursday, August 8, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., to learn more about resources available to support your local overdose prevention efforts. Presenters will review the latest materials and tools and answer questions about how to use the following HCA-funded campaigns in your communities:

Starts with One: Prevent prescription opioid misuse and encourage safe medication storage and disposal. Friends for Life: Educate communities about illicit… read more

ParentingMercerIsland.org is a new online tool that was recently launched by the Mercer Island Healthy Youth Initiative prevention coalition, part of the City of Mercer Island’s Youth and Family Services (MIYFS) with grant funding from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services (SAMHSA).

The Parenting Mercer Island tool is available to all WA parents at no cost and is intentional in promoting the healthy mental, emotional, and behavioral development of children and youth by… read more

Join tribal leaders, Governor Jay Inslee, and state agency leaders at the 2024 Washington State Tribal Opioid Fentanyl Summit to discuss the impact of the opioid crisis on native communities across the state and identify action items and solutions. This year's summit will be held July 23-25, at the Davenport Grand Hotel in Spokane, WA.

Registration is free, but space is limited. Don't miss your opportunity to attend this conference! Visit the event page to learn more and register… read more

The National Network of Public Health Institutes (NNPHI) has announced a new funding opportunity for public health data modernization. This is a multi-year award, with a maximum funding amount of $23,000,000. In addition to this award, national partners plan to subaward approximately $23 million to participating tribal public health authorities to support their implementation activities. The estimated period of performance is from 9/1/2024 to 9/30/2027.

The purpose of this request for… read more

Health Care Authority's Division of Behavioral Health and Recovery's Mental Health Promotion Project (MHPP) community-based organization, Mt. Adams School District, was recently recognized by the Children's Institute for its implementation of the Primary Project program at Harrah Elementary School.

Nestled within the heart of the Yakama Nation, Harrah Elementary School is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every student can flourish. Central to this mission is… read more

The Washington State Parent Ally Committee (WSPAC) is a group of parents who have experienced the child welfare system and work to improve outcomes for families. They aim to keep families together, support safe reunification, and elevate the voices of parents who have been marginalized by the system. Their work focuses on policy, practice, and partnerships to make lasting changes.

WSPAC is currently need voting members from the following counties: Adams, Aston, Chelan, Clark,… read more

Prevention Plus Wellness (PPW) is looking for multiple schools or community organizations serving adolescents to partner with us to evaluate our evidence-based SPORT (Alcohol/Drug) PPW program or one of its variations.

The partnering organization(s) will receive free PPW program materials and online self-paced or live program implementer training, as well as implementation and evaluation consultation.

We are looking for organizations that can commit to implementing and… read more