Upcoming Trainings...
Last updated: 6-30-10. Scroll down for Upcoming Trainings July through September.
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Training Attendance Sheet
Enrollment: It is very important to reserve your space for every training you plan to attend. Reserving your space ensures that enough training materials and space will be available for all attendees. It will also ensure that you will be contacted if a training is postponed or cancelled, or if the location or time has been changed.
New Training Policy - Effective 2-05-10: If a training is full and you have not officially enrolled in the class, you may arrive at the training and patiently wait to find out if you can fill the spot of a "no show." If all official enrollees show up, it is possible that you will be turned away and will NOT be able to attend the training. This is primarily due to space and resource limitations. Please do not advise staff or foster parents to "just show up," unless you also inform them of this new policy.
New Training Policy - Effective 7-01-10: If you arrive 15 minutes or more late to any RCS-sponsored training, you may be asked to leave and therefore not receive training credit. It is at the discretion of the trainer, Training Coordinator and/or the HR Supervisor to decide if a late attendee will receive training credit.
To enroll in any RCS training, please contact:
Melissa Cramer
RCS Training Coordinator
707-272-4498
cramerm@rcs4kids.org
Anger Management
Description: This training will focus on how we as care providers can help clients in foster care (ages 13-19) effectively cope with and control their frustration and anger, how to teach clients to express themselves without losing control, and some “tips and tricks” or best practices when trying to help clients de-escalate during a difficult situation.
Trainers: Ricco Harden, LMFT & Lou Legazspy, MFTI (Mendocino Co. H&HS, Department of Mental Health).
Monday, July 19, 2010
9AM - 11AM (2 HRS)
Agricultural Building (corner of Low Gap and Bush Street), Ukiah
HIPAA / Confidentiality Training
Description: HIPAA is the acronym of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996. The focus of this training will be the privacy and security standards of HIPAA which: 1) protect the confidentiality and integrity of individually identifiable health information; 2) guarantee the rights of individuals to have more control over such information; and 3) establish standards for the security of electronic protected health information.
Trainer: Lois La-Delle Daly, Quality Assurance
Monday, July 12
Monday, September 20
Monday, November 15
9AM - 11AM
MCOE (River Room), 2240 Old River Road, Ukiah
Ethics, Boundaries & Professionalism (EBP)
Description: This deals with specifically identifying and setting appropriate boundaries and recognizing and adopting a professional demeanor in the work place. This training will also discuss aspects related to being more cultural aware and sensitive to our co-workers and clients we serve.
Trainer: Joan Rousseau, LCSW
Monday, August 30, 2010
9AM - 11AM
MCOE River Room, 2240 Old River Road, Ukiah
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
1PM - 3PM
MCOE South East Room, 2240 Old River Road, Ukiah
Ethics, Boundaries & Professionalism (EBP) Training Flyer
Cultural Competency Training
Description: Cultural Competence refers to an ability to interact effectively with people of different cultures. Cultural competence comprises four components: (a) awareness of one's own cultural worldview, (b) attitude towards cultural differences, (c) knowledge of different cultural practices and worldviews, and (d) cross-cultural skills. Developing cultural competence results in an ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures.
This training uses many examples, stories and group exercises to assist participants to learn and understand the complexities of this topic, especially in regards to the workplace.
This training is intended for all RCS staff and foster parents. It is REQUIRED that all staff and foster parents attend this training annually. Each class is limited to 30 participants.
Trainer: Jo Arlin, Staff Development Administrator, Mendocino County Health and Human Services Agency.
Friday, July 9, 2010
8:30AM - 12:30PM (4 HRS)
River Room, MCOE
2240 Old River Road, Ukiah
September 17, 2010
8:30AM - 12:30PM (4 HRS)
River Room, MCOE
2240 Old River Road, Ukiah
October 1, 2010
8:30AM - 12:30PM (4 HRS)
River Room, MCOE
2240 Old River Road, Ukiah
Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) - For Foster Parents
Description: This training describes the reasoning for using strength-based approaches when interacting with children displaying challenging behaviors. Participants will learn to use the tools available. This training is for foster parents only.
Website: Positive Parenting Program
Trainers: Michelle Sagehorn, FFA Case Manager; Linda Ervin, Program Supervisor & Foster Parent; June Culbertson, Rehab Specialist.
Monday, July 12, 2010 (Part 1)
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Lakeport FFA Office
320 1st Street, Lakeport
Wednesday, July 14, 2010 (Part )
5:30PM - 7:30PM
Lakeport FFA Office
320 1st Street, Lakeport
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Monday, August 23, 2010 (Part 1)
5:30PM - 7:30PM
950A Waugh Lane, Ukiah
Monday, August 30, 2010 (Part 2)
5:30PM - 7:30PM
950A Waugh Lane, Ukiah
Positive Parenting Program (Triple P) -
Residential Facility Version
Description: This training describes the reasoning for using strength-based approaches when interacting with children displaying challenging behaviors. Participants will learn to use the tools available. This training is for program TRCs, as well as the CTS providers who support the program.
Website: Positive Parenting Program
Trainers: Dan Anderson, MFT; June Culbertson, Rehab Specialist; Carmen Harris, Rehab Specialist.
Date Pending
11AM – 1PM (2 HRS)
Crossroads, Upper Lake
Date Pending
12:30PM - 2:30PM (2 HRS)
CTS, Willits
Date Pending
1PM - 3PM (2 HRS)
Mendocino House, Ukiah
CPR & First Aid
Description: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a procedure to support and maintain breathing and circulation for a person who has stopped breathing (respiratory arrest) and/or whose heart has stopped (cardiac arrest). First Aid is emergency aid or treatment given to someone injured, suddenly ill, etc., before regular medical services arrive or can be reached.
Website: American Red Cross
Required for: All RCS Staff and Foster Parents.
Note: These training hours do NOT count toward annual training hours.
*CPR certification is valid for 1 or 2 years (depending on the course taken).
*First Aid certification is valid for 2 years.
Sunday, 7/11/10 (Full Course)
Trainer: Debbie Arrington, American Heart Association Certified Trainer
10AM – 4PM
Upper Lake Firehouse
9420 Main St, Upper Lake
Monday, 7/12/10 (Refresher Course)
Trainer: Rick Sagehorn, Red Cross Certified Trainer
8:30AM - 12:30PM
950A Waugh Lane, Ukiah
Tuesday, 8/17/10 (Refresher Course)
Trainer: Rick Sagehorn, Red Cross Certified Trainer
9AM - 1PM
950A Waugh Lane, Ukiah
Sunday, 9/12/10 (Full Course)
Trainer: Debbie Arrington, American Heart Association Certified Trainer
10AM – 4PM
Upper Lake Firehouse
9420 Main St, Upper Lake
Drop-In Attendance may not be accepted if the class is full!
2010 CPR & First Aid Training Schedule
Pro-Act Initial 20-Hour Certification Course
Description: The Pro-ACT® program is designed to provide professionals with the opportunity to develop necessary understanding and skills to avoid or reduce the need for restraint. Pro-ACT® principles focus on maintaining the safety and dignity of the client while keeping everyone safe. The ultimate goal is to help clients learn alternative methods for meeting their needs and developing self-control.
Website: Professional Assault Crisis Training
Required for: TRCs, Youth Advocates, Case Managers, Foster Parents, FFA & Program Supervisors.
Recommended for: Rehab Specialists, TBS Providers.
*Must attend all 3 days to receive training credit.
Trainer: Gayle Fillman
Thursday 7/08/10
8:30AM – 4:30PM (8 HRS)
950A Waugh Lane, Ukiah
Friday 7/09/10
8:30AM – 4:30PM (8 HRS)
950A Waugh Lane, Ukiah
Monday 7/12/10
8:30AM – 12:30PM (4 HRS)
Aikido Studio, 901 S. Oak Street, Ukiah
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Thursday 9/09/10
8:30AM – 4:30PM (8 HRS)
Location Pending, Ukiah
Friday 9/10/10
8:30AM – 4:30PM (8 HRS)
Location Pending, Ukiah
Monday 9/13/10
8:30AM – 12:30PM (4 HRS)
Aikido Studio, 901 S. Oak Street, Ukiah
2010 Pro-Act Training Schedule
Pro-ACT Annual 12-Hour Refresher Course
Description: The Pro-ACT® program is designed to provide professionals with the opportunity to develop necessary understanding and skills to avoid or reduce the need for restraint. Pro-ACT® principles focus on maintaining the safety and dignity of the client while keeping everyone safe. The ultimate goal is to help clients learn alternative methods for meeting their needs and developing self-control.
Website: Professional Assault Crisis Training
Required (annually after completion of full course) for: TRCs, Youth Advocates, Case Managers, Foster Parents, FFA & Program Supervisors.
Recommended for: TBS providers, Rehab Specialists.
*Must attend both days to receive training credit.
Trainer: Gayle Fillman
Thursday 8/05/10
8:30AM – 4:30PM (8 HRS)
Aikido Studio, 901 S. Oak Street, Ukiah
Friday 8/06/10
8:30AM – 12:30PM (4 HRS)
950A Waugh Lane, Ukiah
2010 Pro-Act Training Schedule
Pro-ACT Bi-Annual 4-Hour Refresher Course
Description: The Pro-ACT® program is designed to provide professionals with the opportunity to develop necessary understanding and skills to avoid or reduce the need for restraint. Pro-ACT® principles focus on maintaining the safety and dignity of the client while keeping everyone safe. The ultimate goal is to help clients learn alternative methods for meeting their needs and developing self-control.
Website: Professional Assault Crisis Training
Required (bi-annually inbetween annual re-certifications) for: TRCs, Youth Advocates, Case Managers, Foster Parents, FFA & Program Supervisors.
Recommended for: TBS providers, Rehab Specialists.
Trainer: Gayle Fillman
Monday 8/09/10
8:30AM – 12:30PM (4 HRS)
Aikido Studio, 901 S. Oak Street, Ukiah
2010 Pro-Act Training Schedule
Harassment Prevention Training
Description: Starting in 2010, all RCS non-supervisory employees will be required to attend an annual Sexual Harassment training. This training will focus on appropriate steps and measures to take to avoid and deal with harassment in the workplace. This training will also review Sexual Harassment policies and procedures.
Required annually for: All Staff.
Trainer: Angie Hernandez, RCS Human Resources Supervisor
Thursday, 7/15/10
9AM - 11AM (2 HRS)
950A Waugh Lane, Ukiah
Thursday, 9/16/10
9AM - 11AM (2 HRS)
Location Pending, Ukiah
2010 Harassment Prevention Training Schedule
Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS)
Description: Collaborative Problem Solving is an evidence-based practice that provides an approach for dealing with oppositional-defiant children and youth that avoids power struggles and conflict escalation.
Collaborative Problem Solving also helps children and youth learn how to problem solve and effectively and appropriately communicate their wants and needs without the use of manipulation and intimidation.
Website: Center for Collaborative Problem Solving
Required for: Rehab Specialists, HSWs, TBS Providers, Program Managers, TRCs, Youth Advocates, Case Managers.
Recommended for: Therapists, Foster Parents, Transportation Operators.
Trainer: Joan Rousseau, LCSW
*This training is a TWO-part training. Attendees must attend both days to receive training credit.
The training scheduled below is for group home staff only:
PART 1: Wednesday, July 21, 2010
11AM - 1PM (2 HRS)
Crossroads, Upper Lake
PART 2: Wednesday, August 8, 2010
11AM - 1PM (2 HRS)
Crossroads, Upper Lake
Water Safety Certification
Description: Playing in the water can be fun, whether it be swimming, boating or diving. It can also be dangerous, especially for children. This training instructs participants on how to be safe and take precautions, in order to prevent injuries or drowning.
Website: American Red Cross
Required for: All TRCs, Youth Advocates and Foster Parents.
Recommended for: All Staff.
Note: These training hours do NOT count toward annual training hours.
*Water Safety certfication is valid for 3 years.
Dates Pending for 2011
Instructor: Rick Sagehorn
2PM - 6PM
Location: Redwood Health Club, Ukiah.
Upcoming Events 2010...
Redwood Children's Services, Inc.
2nd Annual Celebration
Local Hearts for Local Children
"A benefit to support local foster children and youth."
Date: Saturday, April 24, 2010
Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: BARRA of Mendocino Winery
Address: 7051 N. State Street, Redwood Valley
Music: Steve Rand & Friends
Catering: North State Cafe
Attire: Semi-formal
Cost: $60 per person (pre-sale only)
For Tickets, please contact: Willow Anderson, 707-467-2010