Welcome to the Professional Resource Library (PRL)

The Community Wellness Initiative (CWI)'s Professional Resource Library was built as a secure, supportive space for professionals who work in High Intensity/High Impact (HI/HI) professions (e.g. first responders, mental health providers, and educators).  HI/HI professionals carry heavy responsibilities that tax us physically, mentally, and emotionally. 

HI/HI professionals face unique stressors, rapid decision-making demands, and emotional intensity that few outside our fields ever see. The CWI Professional Resource Library was built to give you the tools, support, and community you deserve — all in one protected, curated space.

Like you, we work in High Intensity/High Impact professions to serve others. We have also learned that we need resources, tools, connection, and growth opportunities to sustain us.

This space was created by us and for us. A place where we can trust what we're learning, ask difficult questions, find the resources we need to help the people we serve, and find new tools for personal growth that get us excited to keep doing the work. 

🚩 Like you’re giving everything to your work but need new tools to feel effective, stay grounded, or move forward

🚩 Unsure where to turn for reliable, relevant, and professionally developed training

🚩 Stuck with a particular challenge at work and in need of new information, guidance, or skills

🚩 Burned out and ready for a more sustainable path

🚩 Hungry for connection with peers who “get it” without 
fear or judgment

🚩 Concerned that work is beginning to bleed over into your personal life...or vice versa

🚩 Wanting practical skills to strengthen yourself and your wellbeing - on and off the job!

Every profession includes moments of intensity and experiences impact from others. High Intensity/High Impact professions involve consistently high levels.

High Intensity careers involve work that directly and/or indirectly influences the physical, emotional, and psychological wellbeing of the doer. 

High Impact careers involve work that directly and/or indirectly influences the wellbeing (physical, emotional, and psychological) of others.

Examples of High Intensity/High Impact Professions:

✔ Free Expert-Led Trainings

High-impact courses created by Subject Matter Experts.

✔ Specialized Professional Courses

Including programs designed for unique HI/HI needs — 
e.g. Psychedelic Crisis Care Training for First Responders.

✔ The Practitioner’s Pathway Podcast

Regional highlights, innovations, & stories from colleagues.

✔ A Private Community Hub

Connect with peers, ask questions, share referrals, and support one another.

✔ Live + On-Demand Webinars

Attend real-time learning events or watch recordings 
at your convenience.

✔ A Curated HI/HI Resource Library

Growing collection of guides, templates, and practical tools.

CWI is a working and learning collaborative where researchers, students, practitioners, and community partners develop practical workplace wellness solutions to address Ohio's workforce crises in health, safety, & education.

Click on "Access" below to join the library. Once your registration is approved, complete your first course, meet HI/HI professionals near you, and take a step toward 
your own personal and professional wellbeing.