Intersect Online Toolkit
The Intersect Toolkit is a comprehensive Suite of Practical Resources designed to Support and Strengthen Lay Counseling Programs within Churches and Organizations. It equips Lay Counselor Administrators with customizable forms, templates, standard policies, and best practices to help build impactful, ethically grounded, and sustainable mental health ministries.
Key Features:
- Customizable Forms and Templates: The toolkit includes ready-to-use, customizable documents that streamline the setup and management of lay counseling programs, ensuring consistency and professionalism.
- Standard Policies and Best Practices: Offers guidelines and reference materials that align with ethical standards, legal considerations, and community needs, empowering administrators to deliver safe and effective care.
- Support for Lay Counselor Administrators: Provides tools and resources specifically designed for those coordinating lay counselors, making it easier to train, supervise, and grow mental wellness initiatives.
Purpose
- To enhance the quality, safety, and impact of faith-based lay counseling by providing accessible, evidence-based resources.
- To ensure that organizations can confidently implement best practices, protect client confidentiality, and foster ongoing improvement.
- To align all content and processes with Intersect Institute’s values of compassion, competence, and partnership with the local church.
The Intersect Toolkit is a Foundational Component of the Institute’s approach, Empowering faith communities to respond effectively to mental health needs with structure, excellence, and care.