February 26, 2017
Director Dialog
Nearly one year ago, before Gift of Voice was an organization, AJ French coordinated a mental health education forum entitled “Say It Out Loud.”
One aspect of this forum was providing people with opportunity to dialog with the Illinois Division of Mental Health Director Diana Knaebe. Tremendous audience participation resulted in more questions than time allowed. Director Knaebe graciously followed up to provide written answers for each question which you are encouraged to read.
With the true spirit of public service, Director Knaebe, Director Maria Bruni (Division of Alcoholism & Substance Abuse) and Director Greg Fenton (Division of Developmental Disabilities) have each welcomed the opportunity to participate in a similar Director Dialog during Recovery & Empowerment Day on May 25, 2017 in Springfield, Illinois. This unique forum provides persons with mental health conditions, particularly individuals who participate in public human service programs, opportunity to have your own questions answered by statewide Directors.
I am very interested in becoming a part of your great organization. I am,a Recovery Support Specialist from Transitions of Illinois. I am currently working toward my Certification to be come a CRSS in Illinois.
I use my lived experience from having a Mental illness and recovering alcholic, to serve and Support consumer’s on their recovery journey.
Thank you for the information
Monica, thanks for posting on our page and best wishes as you earn the Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) credential. I’m looking forward to meeting you during 2018 Recovery & Empowerment Day! We will make sure you receive more information about becoming part of Gift of Voice!