Engaging Youth:

An Advanced Workshop for YSS

Engaging Youth is a one-day workshop designed for Youth Support Specialists (YSS) who have been actively engaged in their roles for at least 6 months to support their efforts in building and sustaining rapport with their youth. The aim is to support YSS in more effectively engaging their youth by understanding the mechanisms that lead to disengagement. 

Date & Time of Training

May 14th, 2025
10 AM - 4 PM PST

What You'll Be Learning

The Positive Youth Development Roadmap

Understanding Challenging Behaviors: 

• Functions of Behavior

• Coping Mechanisms

• Harm Reduction

Understanding Emotions, Stress, & Crisis

Navigating the Youth's Perceptions and Self-Talk 

Addressing Concerns

Identifying Skills & Needs

Being a Safe Person in Times of Crisis

A special thank you to the Oregon Health Authority for sponsoring training and coaching, which offers limited seats at no cost for the peer workforce.