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NAMI Family-to-Family Teacher

NAMI Family-to-Family is an educational class for families, partners and friends of individuals with mental illness. The course is designed to facilitate a better understanding of mental illness, increase coping skills, and empower participants to become advocates for their family members. NAMI Family-to-Family is designated as an evidence-based program by SAMHSA. The course consists of 8 weekly two-hour sessions and is taught by two co-teachers.

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Minimum Age Requirement

Applicants must be 18 years or older

Volunteer Commitment

Volunteers are encouraged to teach the course at least twice in the 2 years following completion of training. The course meets for 2 hours weekly for 8 weeks.

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Program Coordinator

Location

Classes are held in Dane County (see the events calendar on the website for more information).

Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with your co-teacher to teach the class, including planning, setup/cleanup, and bringing materials. Keep in touch with participants by email or phone for the duration of the course.
  • Work with the Program Coordinator to assist with the planning and coordination of classes, and complete all paperwork requirements (questionnaires, demographic surveys, and attendance).
  • Complete teacher requirements before the start of the course, and attend a refresher course whenever offered.
  • Understand the importance of confidentiality and practice it in your own classes.

Requirements

  • Have a loved one who has experienced significant mental health challenges, and the willingness to share that experience with other participants.
  • Attend a NAMI Family-to-Family education course.
  • Complete the process to become a Family-to-Family teacher, including filling out the volunteer application and completing an interview with the Program Coordinator.
  • Responsible, with strong organizational and people skills.
  • Complete a 2-day NAMI Wisconsin training course.
  • Current member of NAMI or willing to join.
  • Desire to teach and a commitment to adhering to the NAMI Family-to-Family course curriculum.
  • Experience in teaching or public speaking is helpful but not required; however, volunteers must be comfortable speaking in front of groups.

Required Training

2-day NAMI Wisconsin training course
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If you or someone you know are having a mental health crisis, please call 988 to speak with a trained counselor or call 911 and request a Mental Health Trained Officer.

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