The John & Kathy Ackerman Mental Health Professional Development Center at Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center (Ackerman Center) aims to build a comprehensive workforce development plan that encompasses all disciplines of mental health care, offering professional experience and support in order to create a talent pipeline from which Eskenazi Health can hire and continue to invest in employees’ growth and development, while increasing the number of mental health providers in the community.
The Ackerman Center is dedicated to supporting the growth and success of Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center professionals through training and provides structured onboarding to equip new employees with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed. Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center team members are provided with ongoing professional development opportunities, including training in evidence-based practices such as advanced motivational interviewing and other clinical strategies. The focus is to foster continuous learning, enhance clinical skills and promote excellence in client care.
To learn more about Sandra Eskenazi Mental Health Center, please visit: https://www.eskenazihealth.edu/mental-health/sandra-eskenazi-mental-health-center.