Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health

As the IECMH field continues to evolve, we are seeing a growing number of professionals and new scopes of practice pursuing Endorsement® as providers of Reflective Supervision! With this demand comes the need for accessible, foundational training to support the development of reflective capacity. We are excited to share “Getting Started in Reflective Supervision” – Part 1 of the Reflective Journey Series, happening on January 24th at 9am EST. This training is designed for IECMH professionals who are new to or interested in providing RSC. It offers practical learning on topics such as: Defining RSC; Exploring the Pillars of RSC; & Starting and Shaping Your RSC Space Facilitated by Lacretia Powell, LMSW, IMH-E and Andrea Penick , this session will be an invaluable resource for those beginning their reflective journey. Registration is $125 for this part or $325 for all three parts of the Reflective Journey Series. https://lnkd.in/gb76pus7

🚨 Opportunity alert! 🚨 The Alliance for the Advancement of Infant Mental Health is seeking qualified applicants for a contract position as an Infant Mental Health Trainer and Reflective Supervisor. This role involves delivering monthly training in Fort Wayne, Indiana and facilitating reflective supervision groups to support professionals working with infants, young children, and their families. It’s a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in infant mental health and reflective practice to advance workforce development in this critical field. Highlights: Contract Duration: March 2024 – December 2024 Compensation: Competitive hourly rates and travel reimbursement Location: Remote RSC groups with monthly travel for training days required (to Fort Wayne, Indiana) To apply, please complete this interest form: https://lnkd.in/gpPrq4Wj

Join us for an engaging overview of the Endorsement® credential—the globally recognized standard for professionals committed to promoting infant and early childhood mental health across diverse scopes of practice. Free 1 hour Webinar on February 21st at 1pm EST/ 10am PST/ 6PM GMT. We can't wait to see you! Register now: https://lnkd.in/gZdp-8Ev

2024 was a year of meaningful growth and transformation for the Alliance. We advanced key initiatives, including launching free webinars on policy and reflective practices, while expanding our reflective supervision/consultation offerings nationwide. Through workforce surveys and focus groups, we identified essential competency areas to support infants, young children, and families, laying the groundwork for a revised Competency Guidelines framework in 2025. Endorsement continued to thrive, with the addition of the Endorsed Reflective Supervisor add-on. Behind the scenes, we streamlined Endorsement policies and processes, supported our member associations for infant mental health with consultation and training/technical assistance, and strengthened our shared commitment to the workforce. And we continued to expand our national and international community! Thank you for being part of this incredible journey—together, we’re building a brighter future for babies, young children, families, and those who support them everywhere. https://lnkd.in/gwJ38T2x

We are thrilled to share this video, "Voices from the Workforce." 🌎 📽️ In this video, professionals reflect on how the Competency Guidelines have supported their growth, the impact of the Infant/Early Childhood Mental Health Endorsement (IECMH-E®) on their work, and the importance of being endorsed in their native language, such as Spanish, to enhance their practice. Their insights are shaping policies, informing best practices, and driving meaningful, lasting change in the IECMH field. You will NOT regret taking 26 minutes to watch this heart-warming video. 💚 We thank these professionals for graciously sharing about their experiences with us! https://lnkd.in/gPJ-cr_H

Our amazing team members, Andrea Penick and Lacretia Powell, LMSW, IMH-E, recently traveled to Williamsburg, VA to facilitate a one-day training, “Reflective Supervision Consultation: Building Relationships,” with the dedicated team at Child Development Resources. Thank you for creating a reflective, engaging, and meaningful learning space for all the professionals who attended!

🚨 Exciting Update! 🚨 We’re thrilled to share insights from our recent Competency Guidelines (MI-AIMH © 2024) survey, highlighting the essential knowledge and skills needed to support infants, young children, and their families. 💡 These findings are paving the way for the 2025 revised Competency Guidelines framework, shaping the future of the IECMH field and empowering professionals to make an even greater impact. 📖 Dive into the full report to see how these perspectives are driving meaningful changes for IECMH professionals and families. https://lnkd.in/ggV8p_4S

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that our Executive Director, Ashley McCormick, LMSW, and our Programming & Equity Lead, Andrea Penick, have been selected as Promising Ventures Fellows for 2024! This incredible fellowship, offered by Promise Venture Studio, supports early childhood organizations in accelerating their impact to eliminate disparities and foster more just and equitable outcomes for children and families. ✨ Congratulations, Ashley and Andrea, on joining this AMAZING cohort of changemakers! We can’t wait to see the incredible work you’ll do! ✨

Gratitude for Diverse Perspectives in Infant Mental Health This season of gratitude, let's come together to honor the diverse voices that shape our understanding of infant and early childhood mental health! 💚 As part of the Alliance for the Advancement of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, we’re celebrating the unique experiences, cultures, and perspectives of the professionals, caregivers, and advocates who support young children's social and emotional well-being. Diversity enriches our field! Each story, background, and perspective enhances our collective knowledge, fostering a more inclusive approach to nurturing young children and families. Your donation will support training, reflective consultation, and initiatives that uplift diverse voices in the field, helping us move closer to an environment where all children and families feel seen, valued, and supported. Let’s express our gratitude for the power of diversity in infant mental health—together, we can nurture a brighter future for every child! https://lnkd.in/gGe7qh9M

Reflective supervision has become a vital foundation for effective, relationship-based care in the infant and early childhood mental health field. This practice empowers professionals to navigate the complexities of their work with infants, young children, and families, fostering deeper connections and more impactful outcomes. We are profoundly grateful for the growing commitment to reflective supervision and are dedicated to expanding access to this support. With your help, we can ensure that more professionals have the tools they need to thrive—so that the families they serve can, too. Join us in strengthening the workforce that supports our youngest and most vulnerable. Together, we can make a lasting difference. https://lnkd.in/gGe7qh9M