Presented by Madina Wardak, MSW, ACSW and Vanessa Porea, LPC, APCC, NCPRSS

Effective team-based care is essential for positive outcomes in intensive mental health programs. This training explores the critical role of team climate in reducing burnout, fostering motivation, and improving client outcomes. Participants will learn evidence-based tools to assess team climate and identify areas for growth, in addition to strategies that enhance key dimensions such as psychological safety, task orientation, accountability, and innovation. The training also introduces five core ingredients of high-functioning teams, and uses experiential exercises to explore common team pitfalls and how to foster a shared purpose, strong connection, and sustainable success in community mental health settings.