Community & Family Resources

02/20/2026

We are seeking candidates for an Outpatient Addiction Treatment Counselor to work with adolescents age 12-17 at our Des Moines clinic. If you want to be part of a team that is dedicated to helping others on their journey to recovery from substance use disorders, we encourage you to apply!

https://community-and-family-resources.prismhr-hire.com/job/994097/full-time-adolescent-treatment-counselor

02/20/2026

Due to inclement weather our Ames and Des Moines outpatient offices will be opening at 10:00 AM today, February 20, 2026.

02/19/2026

Every month we recognize an employee who has demonstrated extraordinary performance. One of our recent honorees was Colleen Hansen, who is an Outpatient Counselor at our Fort Dodge office! We appreciate the many ways that Colleen goes above and beyond to not only provide exceptional care for our outpatient clients, but also stepping up to help when needs arise in our residential programs!
Photo: Colleen (right) with Michelle De La Riva, Executive Director

02/17/2026

Join us for a training about emerging drug trends and clinical considerations, presented by Linda Kalin, BS, RN, CSPI. Attendees can choose from four different virtual sessions held on March 20 and 27, 2026. Registration is $45 and 3 CEUs are available. Sign up by March 16th at https://cfrtraining.wufoo.com/forms/new-drug-trends-2026-training/

02/16/2026

There are 2 more sessions of our free training series that will be held at the Nevada Public Library on February 20 & 27. Everyone is welcome to attend and there's no need to pre-register for these free training opportunities that will help you understand addiction, recovery, and trauma-informed care.

02/13/2026

Join our Residential Substance Use Treatment Team! Our Treatment Specialist positions are a great fit for someone who is interested in field of the behavioral health care and being an integral part of our clients' recovery journey.
Learn more at: https://community-and-family-resources.prismhr-hire.com/

02/10/2026

Our Iowa City-based Nurse Practitioner, Rosemary, is welcoming new clients for psychiatric/medication management services both in person and via telehealth! Rosemary works together with her clients, offering clear, evidence-based education on mental health concerns. Her empathy and understanding of everyday challenges ensure that no one feels weighed down by their mental health journey alone. Warm, welcoming, and nonjudgmental, Rosemary creates a space where her clients know they’re truly supported.

02/09/2026

"It's not about which language is universally "right" or "wrong." It's about understanding that different people need different things. Some people need the clarity and community of a label. Others need the spaciousness and hope of person-first language. Some people will shift between these approaches at different points in their recovery journey."

Labels are discouraged in SMART Recovery, but there are certain reasons why others may embrace them.

02/09/2026

Upcoming JCPP Metting❗❗❗

Free to join by any community members

JCPP Meeting Monday February 9th 1 pm - 2 pm on Zoom. Leave a comment to get the zoom link!

We're always welcoming community members who are interested in checking out JCPP. We work to help prevent substance misuse in all of Johnson County.

02/05/2026

We have a limited number of immediate mental health therapy openings at our Ames office! We provide compassionate, personalized support for concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and emotional regulation. You don’t have to navigate it alone.
To schedule an appointment with one of our therapists or learn more, please give us a call at 515-232-3206.

02/04/2026

We're excited to share an upcoming training series that will be held at the Nevada Public Library on February 13, 20, & 27. All 3 trainings are free to everyone and there's no need to pre-register.

02/03/2026

Come find us at the Ames Public Library every month on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays! We'll have lots of resources related to substance use, mental health, and gambling topics. We'd love the opportunity to connect!