Date & Time
Monday, November 3, 2025, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Name
410 Leading Your Mental Health Team: Strategies for Effectiveness*
Description

Managing mental health teams in jails and prisons requires a strategic approach to leadership that balances the complexities of correctional environments with the need for effective, ethical, and collaborative care. This session will provide mental health professionals with actionable strategies for leading multidisciplinary teams, improving service delivery, and fostering a results-oriented culture. By focusing on clear goal-setting, team empowerment, and accountability, participants will learn how to navigate challenges such as limited resources, high-stress environments, and diverse team dynamics.

Educational Objectives

  • Identify effective strategies to address the core leadership challenges faced by correctional mental health professionals
  • Apply structured leadership techniques to foster collaboration, accountability, and goal alignment within multidisciplinary mental health teams
  • Evaluate the impact of leadership practices on team performance and client outcomes, ensuring ethical and culturally competent care

Level:Advanced