Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health First Aid Training Courses
Join us for Adult or Youth Mental Health First Aid training to learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorder. These training courses provide you with the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropriate care.
Equip Your Team with Mental Health & De-escalation Skills
Peninsula Behavioral Health is now offering Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) and De-escalation Trainings for local businesses thanks to support from the Olympic Community of Health (OCH) Recompete grant. These trainings provide employees with practical tools to recognize signs of mental health challenges, respond effectively, and safely de-escalate tense situations in the workplace or with the public.
Why It Matters
Mental health and crisis situations can impact any workplace. By preparing your team, you are not only supporting the health and safety of your employees but also strengthening your business’s role in creating a resilient and compassionate community.
Who Is Eligible
Trainings are available at no cost for:
- Businesses located in Clallam or Jefferson Counties
- Employees between the ages of 25–54
- Employers who hire at $26/hour or more
What You’ll Gain
- Confidence to approach and support coworkers and clients experiencing mental health concerns
- Tools to de-escalate conflicts safely and respectfully
- Knowledge to foster a healthier, more supportive workplace culture
Get Involved
Spaces are limited. If your business qualifies, now is the perfect time to schedule a training for your team.
Take a course. Save a life.
A person you know could be experiencing a mental health or substance use problem.
You can learn an action plan to help today.
Contact Kelly Griffith at Peninsula Behavioral Health
Call (360) 457-0431 ext. 531209
or email Kelly at kellyg@peninsulabehavioral.org
What is Adult Mental Health First Aid?
The Adult Mental Health First Aid course is appropriate for anyone 18 years and older who wants to learn how to help a person who may be experiencing a mental health-related crisis or problem. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis, and addictions.
What is Youth Mental Health First Aid?
Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or substance use challenge. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including ADHD), and eating disorders.