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Summary:
In this episode, Andrew Moore speaks with Nathan Miller, SVP of Operations at Volunteer Behavioral Health, about the importance of community-focused leadership in mental health services. They discuss the evolution of Volunteer Behavioral Health, the integration of mental and physical health, the shift towards outpatient care, and the impact of telehealth during the pandemic. Nathan shares insights on crisis services, preventative measures, and special programs for youth and justice-involved individuals, as well as the importance of collaboration with law enforcement. The conversation emphasizes the need for accessible mental health services and community support.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Volunteer Behavioral Health and Nathan Miller
03:05 Evolution of Mental Health Services at VBHC
05:55 The Tennessee HealthLink Program
08:46 Outpatient vs. Inpatient Mental Health Services
11:44 Crisis Services and Stabilization
14:53 Impact of COVID-19 on Mental Health Services
17:50 Telehealth Adoption and Accessibility
20:38 Community Engagement and Preventative Programs
23:44 Specialty Programs and Criminal Justice Liaison
26:55 Behavioral Health Liaisons and Co-Responder Programs
29:38 Accessing Services at Volunteer Behavioral Health
32:54 Community Support and Getting Involved

Summary
In this episode, Andrew Moore and Jess Agnew discuss the evolution of their podcast, the impact of AI on post-secondary education, and the growing role of bootcamps in training developers. They explore the changing landscape of junior developer roles in the age of AI, the importance of critical thinking and broader education, and the ongoing debate about the value of traditional university education versus alternative paths. The conversation highlights the need for adaptability and growth in the tech industry as automation and AI continue to reshape job roles.

Takeaways

• Running a podcast independently is a significant amount of work.
• Setting realistic goals is crucial for success.
• AI is rapidly changing the landscape of post-secondary education.
• Bootcamps are growing in popularity and effectiveness.
• Junior developers may need to adapt to new roles in the AI era.
• Critical thinking skills are essential in today's information landscape.
• Education can take many forms beyond traditional university paths.
• The tech industry is evolving, requiring continuous learning and adaptation.
• AI can enhance developer efficiency but may change job roles.
• The debate over the value of college education versus bootcamps continues.

Chapters
00:00 Podcast Evolution and Goals
02:48 The Role of AI in Education
06:11 Bootcamps: A New Pathway to Tech
11:51 The Junior vs. Senior Developer Paradigm
18:00 AI's Impact on Development Roles
24:08 The Changing Landscape of Work
27:58 Automation and the Future of Programming
33:52 The Role of Education in Development
39:10 The Value of Diverse Learning Paths
45:33 Conclusion: It Depends

Sources

• https://medium.com/norigintech/programming-a-millennials-blue-collar-job-8fd6f7644379
• https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/coding-next-blue-collar-job-sure-hope-ray-villalobos/
• https://www.educate-me.co/blog/bootcamp-market-statistics
• https://www.learningrevolution.net/bootcamp-market-statistics

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