High Road Training Partnership
From Recovery to Resilience: Rebuilding Behavioral Health Career Pathways
The From Recovery to Resilience initiative was created to strengthen behavioral health career pathways across Los Angeles County while expanding access to meaningful employment opportunities for individuals seeking to make a difference in their communities.
Funded through the Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) as part of California's High Road Training Partnership (HRTP) framework, the initiative addressed the growing demand for skilled behavioral health professionals through no-cost training, career development, and supportive services.
Participants completed training and earned industry-recognized credentials in high-demand fields, including:
- Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist
- Substance Use Disorder Counseling
- Community Health Work
Through a combination of education, workforce preparation, supportive services, and career navigation, participants developed the skills and experience needed to pursue careers that support recovery, wellness, and community resilience.
Community Partnerships
The success of this initiative was made possible through collaboration among training providers, employers, community organizations, and public partners committed to expanding behavioral health career pathways throughout Los Angeles County.
Key partners included:
- Asian American Drug Abuse Program (AADAP)
- Compatiōr Counseling Services
- California Consortium of Addiction Programs and Professionals (CCAPP)
- LA County Veterans AJCC operated by JVS SoCal
Together, these partners helped create opportunities that promote economic mobility, workforce development, recovery, and community well-being.
Program Impact
Throughout the initiative, participants demonstrated remarkable perseverance, commitment, and resilience while preparing for careers in behavioral health. Their journeys reflect the transformative power of recovery, skill development, and community-centered training.
The program provided:
- Industry-recognized and stackable credentials
- Career pathways in high-demand behavioral health occupations
- Case management and supportive services
- Job placement and career advancement support
- Opportunities to apply lived experience in service to others
- Training in emerging topics, including the ethical use of artificial intelligence in behavioral health
As the initiative comes to a close, we invite you to watch the HRTP Project Video, which highlights participant experiences, program accomplishments, and the collective impact of this work across Los Angeles County.
Graduation Celebration
The HRTP Graduation Celebration recognizes the accomplishments of program participants as they complete training and prepare for the next chapter of their professional journeys. For event details, updates, and graduation information, please visit the Graduation Page.
For more information, please contact extension@lmu.edu