Why you need
it:
In every field there are specific tools, techniques and methods that have
been proven effective and are accepted by people who provide the service as
well as those who benefit from that service. In every organization, too, there
is a culture that coordinates people's efforts, a philosophy that drives people's
work, and procedures that direct people's interactions. The Essential Workshops
track provides an avenue for you to investigate the field of Developmental
Disabilities as it is practiced in Region V. You'll have a chance to raise
questions, dialogue with colleagues, learn about the latest changes in state
regulations, and wrestle with the "what ifs" of problematic situations you
are liable to encounter.
Who should
come:
These workshops are appropriate for staff who are new to the job or to Region
V. Since some of the best learning comes from colleagues, staff and family
members with more experience are also strongly encouraged to attend. They
can contribute their knowledge and experience to the discussion or find renewal
and inspiration.
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Orientation & Professional Development Day One Educational
Track: Dates &
Times: Presenter: Brian Remer |
Day One is appropriate for people new to their job or the Developmental Disabilities system. Learning will focus on human rights, self-determination, the history of the service system, the dreams and gifts of people with disabilities, and the meaning and value of community participation. Participants will leave the class challenged to apply these concepts in the setting where they work. Using a prepared study guide, they will examine their own job responsibilities to see how the ideas they have learned can be put to use. Satisfies State Requirements:
Note: When this class is offered in the evening, participants are asked to attend two consecutive nights in order to meet the same requirements as the daytime class. |
| Orientation
& Professional Development Day Two
Educational
Track: Dates &
Times: Presenters:
Brian Remer, |
During Day Two of Orientation and Professional Development, participants will return to share their observations and insights. Having had a chance to see what works and what doesn't in the "real world," participants will gain further insight and discover solutions as they interact with their peers. This will also be an important opportunity for seasoned professionals to participate. By sharing their experiences and a historical perspective, people who have worked in the system can recharge their own thinking while teaching some of the lessons they have learned over the years. Satisfies State Requirements:
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Medications Training Educational
Track: 8/6/08 - Wednesday 9:00am to 1:30pm 8/13/08 - Wednesday 9:00am to 1:30pm 9/3/08
- Wednesday 9/10/08
- Wednesday 10/1/08 - Wednesday 9:00am to 1:30pm 10/8/08 - Wednesday 9:00am to 1:30pm 11/6/08 - Thursday 5:00am to 9:30pm 11/13/08 - Thursday 5:00am to 9:30pm 12/3/08 - Wednesday 9:00am to 1:30pm 12/10/08 - Wednesday 9:00am to 1:30pm
Presenter: Janet Sweeney |
The administration of medications to people with disabilities is an activity strictly regulated for the safety of the people we support. In this workshop, you'll learn about different drugs, their effects, and side effects. You'll also learn the procedures for giving dosages, storing medications and keeping records necessary for certification. |
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Medications Recertification Educational
Track: 8/20/08
- Wednesday 9/16/08
- Tuesday 9/17/08
- Wednesday 10/15/08
- Wednesday 11/19/08
- Wednesday 12/17/08
- Wednesday
Presenter: Janet Sweeney |
Maintain your certification to administer medications and insure the high quality of support you deliver. In this workshop, you'll refresh your knowledge about different drugs, their effects, and side effects. You'll also review the procedures for giving dosages, storing medications and keeping records necessary for certification. |
| First
Aid & Safety
Educational
Track: Dates:
Time: 9:30 - 12:00 Registration:
352-1304 Place:
MDS |
This combination First Aid and Safety class has been designed to meet the needs of people who provide support to persons with developmental disabilities. Besides the basic knowledge about emergency care, you'll also learn about specific responses you may need to make given the disabilities of those you support. In addition, you'll be able to identify hazardous situations and learn what to do to make them safer. This workshop is open to direct support providers, Service Coordinators, people who receive supports and their family members. Come with your situation-specific questions. Space is limited. You must register to attend. The class may be canceled due to under enrollment. If that happens, you will be notified. Satisfies State Requirements:
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| Adult
CPR with AED
Educational
Track: Dates:
Registration:
352-1304 Place:
MDS |
This CPR class has been designed to meet the needs of people who provide support to persons with developmental disabilities. Learn the basics of how to resuscitate someone when their heart and lungs have stopped functioning. Instruction includes the use of a defibrillator. This workshop is open to direct support providers, Service Coordinators, people who receive supports and their family members. Come with your situation-specific questions. Space is limited. You must register to attend. The class may be canceled due to under enrollment. If that happens, you will be notified. |
| Defensive
Driving
Educational
Track: Dates:
Place:
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If you drive a vehicle owned by MDS or if you transport individuals supported by MDS in your own vehicle, you must take this defensive driving class. Learn helpful techniques that you can use to keep yourself, those you support, and everyone else on the road safer. Space is limited. You must register to attend. |
| Sorting
Out the Paperwork
Educational
Track: Dates:
Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Presenter:
Shelly
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Dizzy with documentation? Tired of trying to keep it all sorted out? Wondering whether any of it matters? There is a reason for all that paperwork. It's necessary for certification and the continuation of funding. But how do you handle it all? In this workshop you'll find out why the paperwork counts and why it makes sense for the individuals that you support. Not only will you become oriented to the records that are required for your job and the purpose of each piece of documentation, but you'll also learn how to build and maintain a state certification book. Find out how you can get 100% on your next State certification and walk away with a model certification book to use as a resource. |