| Integrated care is an evolving field that provides patients with comprehensive, coordinated support for their medical and mental health needs. It can take different forms across various organizational settings, ranging from minimal collaboration between medical and behavioral health (BH) providers to fully co-located, team-based care.
For those hoping to work in this field, preparing for an integrated care role requires careful thought and preparation. Included in this guide are key questions to consider when exploring these roles. |
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| The Illinois BHWC is hosting this free, virtual series designed for soon-to-be behavioral health professionals eager to explore careers in integrated care. Talk with seasoned professionals, gain important insights and build connections that will set you up for success.
This series lasts from April-June 2025. Dates for May to be announced soon!
April sessions
“Why Integrated Care?”
Stacy Agosto, LCSW, CADC
Wednesday, April 9, 11 am – Noon
“A Day in the Life of an Integrated Behavioral Health Professional”
Rose Boccio, LCSW
Thursday, April 24, Noon – 1 pm |
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| This free, one-day event is focused on innovative and successful staff retention strategies implemented by organizations in our state.
The event’s goal is to help attendees connect, learn and co-create retention practices, culminating in a toolkit outlining actionable steps any organization can use.
When:
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
10 am – 1 pm
Where:
Virtual. Webinar link provided after registration. |
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| The BHWC offers a variety of training opportunities at no cost to Illinois behavioral health providers. Trainings are organized by topic such as supervision, motivational interviewing, shared decision making, co-occurring chronic conditions and more.
Many trainings will be completed in Reach360, a learning management platform. Courses that offer CEUs are noted in the description and CEUs will be sent via email within a couple of weeks. |
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