Monday February 6 2012

Welcome to InnerVision

InnerVision Inc. is a nationally accredited non-profit, 501c (3) human service organization that specializes in providing comprehensive recovery orientated  resources, services and supports in the areas of employment, education and wellness for individuals with psychiatric disabilities.

Qualified Professionals, Certified Peer Support Specialists, Licensed Clinicians and CPCC instructors partner with individuals served in activities that focus on their work values, vocational strengths, relevant skills and wellness.

The therapeutic interventions used in our Psychosocial Rehabilitation Service utilize the principles of Recovery embedded in a Psychiatric Vocational Rehabilitation approach (Boston Univ.) that supports individuals served as they progress towards mental wellness.

InnerVision has the only staff in North Carolina trained in Psychiatric Vocational Rehabilitation.

InnerVision's one stop Economic Empowerment Center offers flexible professional services and supports under one roof designed to meet the needs of adults struggling with issues of recovery and unemployment throughout their vocational journey.

Mission Statement:
To provide comprehensive recovery oriented resources, services and supports in the areas of employment, education and wellness to adults, inclusive of individuals with psychiatric disabilities, that enhance their value added as citizens of the community.

Motto:
"Work-Life Skills-Wellness"

Resources, Services and Supports offered at the InnerVision Economic Empowerment Center:

·     Use of evidenced based models and  best practice curriculums result in employment

·     Job Search Resources

·     JobLink Access Point

·     S.H.A.R.E. Network (Sharing How Access to Resources Empowers)

·     Access to Hiring Employers

·     Workshops & Seminars

·     Social Networking for Employment

·     Onsite & Virtual Training

·     WiFi Café

·     Job Support Groups

·     Community Education

·     Community Partnerships

·     On Site Courses taught by Central Piedmont community College Instructors

·     Vocational Community Service, Volunteer and Internship Opportunities

·     Daily Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR)  Service

· IDDT (Integrated Dual Disorders Treatment) that include resources, interventions and supports within the PSR service for adults with dual issues of mental health and alcohol/substance abuse challenges.

·     Peer Support Specialist Training (includes all 60 hrs. required for NC Certification & an internship)

·     Diagnostic Assessment

·     Recovery Education

·         Substance Abuse Assessment

·         Individual and Group Substance Abuse Counseling

· Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist services available

·     DUI and DWI Services 

·     Individual and Group Mental Health Counseling

·     Family Support Groups

·     Friends and Family Activities

·     Performance Quality Improvement Activities

·     Monthly Community Stakeholders Committee

·     Wellness Courses

·     Fitness Zone

The InnerVision Empowerment Center is located at:

 415 E. 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202, in the heart of Uptown Charlotte.

Our location is across the street from the Main Transit Center and the Time Warner Cable Arena.

Our building is easy to find and offers convenient accessibility to the main library, eateries, museums, entertainment, shopping, cultural establishments, and more.

To find out more about InnerVision contact, Dr. Cheryl Nicholas, cnic@innervisionnc.org or call 704-377-5047.

To see some of the wonderful people that make InnerVision a rewarding place, please see our photo bucket link.

 

 

 

 

CHARLOTTE – Officials held grand opening ceremonies Monday morning for InnerVision's new Economic Empowerment Center in uptown Charlotte. Mayor Anthony Foxx helped board members cut the ribbon. Unemployment means a lot more than the loss of a paycheck. That is the premise InnerVision is built on.
Check out jazz artist,Joyce Cooling and let the music move you to donate to InnerVision. To donate now, click on the "Donate" or "Events" tabs at the top of the page. Your contribution will be used to fund a peer run "Recovery Orchestra" for individuals with psychiatric disabilities.
Central Piedmont Community College presents: Career Opportunities in the field of Hospitality Free 6 week course that will prepare you for a transition into gainful employment with several local hospitality employers. If you are unemployed or working part-time this class is right for you.
Nationally accredited InnerVision Inc. and the Charlotte Mecklenburg Workforce Development Board announce the launch a SHARE Network Access Point (SNAP) in the heart of Uptown Charlotte.