Quality Home Assessments
2025-07-15 13:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
This training discusses the elements of conducting home assessments that meet policy and best practice.

July 2025 Board of Directors Meeting
2025-07-22 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The July 2025 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on July, 22nd. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Safety Planning in Cases Where the Parent has a Substance Abuse Disorder
2025-07-23 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
Please join us to discuss the elements of safety planning in cases where a substance abuse disorder is present.

A Look at Antecedents in Cases of Intimate Partner Violence
2025-07-29 13:00 - 16:00 | CCKids HQ, 549 NW Lake Whitney Plaza, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
Join us for Part 1 of a two part in-person training on recognizing indicators of coercive control. Using a video case study, we will assess “red flags”, silo systems, antecedents, and lateral violence when the maltreatment Intimate Partner Violence Threatens Child.

Casework Practice
2025-08-04 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-01-28 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-15 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
**Note: class is for Provisionally Certified DCM staff only

August 2025 Board of Directors Meeting
2025-08-26 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The August 2025 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on August, 26th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

September 2025 Board of Directors Meeting
2025-09-23 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The September 2025 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, September 23rd. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Car Seat Safety and Installation Training
2025-10-15 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-21 13:00 - 16:00 | CCKids HQ, 549 NW Lake Whitney Plaza, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
Who can attend? Any CCKids or CHS staff who transports children (FSW, DCM, DCMS, etc.)
This training will begin in the classroom with a review of 4 child safety restraint devices. Then, we will move outdoors where you will get hands-on practice installing each of the child safety devices in a vehicle! Please wear work appropriate clothing that allows for movement during the outdoor installation piece.

Leading in Facilitation and Training (L.I.F.T.) LITE Level 1- Foundations in Facilitation
2025-10-28 09:00 - 2025-10-30 12:00 | CCKids HQ, 549 NW Lake Whitney Plaza, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
The time commitment is 3 in-person, half-days. If you are unable to attend all 3 sessions then please do not register.
Level I of the L.I.F.T program was created with oversight from DCF’s Office of Quality and Innovation. It was developed for those who facilitate meetings, round tables, benchmark panels, team building breakouts, etc. However, it is open to and beneficial for all! The training focuses on providing both experienced and inexperienced learners with the tools and practice needed to foster facilitation skills. During this training, you will learn:

the characteristics of an ethical facilitator
the unique scope and roles of a facilitator
to distinguish key steps in the facilitation process
identify common challenges in facilitation
how to implement effective resolution methods

October 2025 Board of Directors Meeting
2025-10-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The October 2025 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, October 28th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Safety Planning in Cases of Intimate Partner Violence
2025-11-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
This training discusses the elements of Safety Planning that are designed to hold batterers accountable for their actions.

November 2025 Board of Directors Meeting
2025-11-25 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The November 2025 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, November 25th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

December 2025 Board of Directors Meeting
2025-12-01 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The December 2025 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Monday, December 1st. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Motivational Interviewing - the Next Steps
2026-01-22 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
This class will build on the skills learned in pre-service training. We discuss how our feelings impact case outcomes, how incorporating the evidenced-based skills of motivational interviewing can enhance connection, and impact decision-making.

January 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-01-27 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The January 2026 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, January 27th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Training 1: Calming Bags & Regulation Stations for All Ages
2026-02-04 13:00 - 16:00 | Children’s Services Council of Martin County, 101 SE Central Parkway, Stuart, FL, 34994, United States
Goal:
Equip staff to use calming tools and spaces that promote safety, regulation, and connection for children whose developing brains may be impacted by trauma.
Objectives:

Explain how trauma and brain development influence emotionaland behavioral responses.
Define the purpose of calming bags and regulation stations for nervous system support (FFFF).
Identify age-appropriate materials and tools that nurture sensory and emotional regulation.
Practice simple grounding and breathing techniques that help organize developing brains.
Learn how to offer regulation tools in trauma-informed, choice-based ways.
Create a plan to observe and adjust supports based on what works best for kids.

Car Seat Installation Refresher Training
2026-02-10 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-02-11 09:00 - 10:30 | CCKids HQ, 549 NW Lake Whitney Plaza, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
Who can attend? Staff responsible for transportation of clients that have completed the 3 hr Car Seat Safety and Installation prerequisite training.
Description: This is a designed as an annual refresher training for staff who have previously attended the 3hr training. This training will begin with a review of car seat safety material from the prerequisite training. Then, we will move outdoors where you will get hands-on practice installing each of the child safety devices in a vehicle! Please wear work appropriate clothing that allows for movement during the outdoor installation piece.

CPR & First Aid Training facilitated by, Josh Jenkins, FLSE II, Community Risk Reduction Specialist , Martin County Fire District.
2026-02-12 13:30 - 15:30 | 101 SE Central Pkwy, Stuart, FL 34994, 101 SE Central Parkway, Stuart, FL, 34994, United States
Participants will review CPR/AED protocols and choking emergencies for adult/child/infant, including the chain of survival, which includes activating EMS. There will be opportunities for hands-on training with my mannequins, so please come dressed comfortably.

February 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-02-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The February 2026 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, February 24th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Getting More with Less
2026-02-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
This intermediate communications training is designed to develop core motivational interviewing skills. We will look at how you can become an agent of change.

March 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-03-24 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The March 2026 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, March 24th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Training 2: Supporting Teens Through Trauma & Regulation
2026-04-15 09:00 - 12:00 | 101 SE Central Pkwy, Stuart, FL 34994, 101 SE Central Parkway, Stuart, FL, 34994, United States
Goal:
Help case workers understand how trauma and adolescent brain development shape behavior and build skills to support regulation and connection.
Objectives:

Explain adolescent brain restructuring and the impact on emotional and behavioral responses in teens (FFFF).
Recognize signs of nervous system dysregulation and stress responses.
Practice 2-3 regulation tools that can be used in real time.
Explore how calming corners and key neuroscience insights support trust, safety, and co-regulation.
Identify ways to build an authentic community through connection with teens.

April 2026 Board of Directors Meeting
2026-04-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The April 2026 meeting of the Board of Directors will be held on Tuesday, April 28th. This is a public meeting; for Zoom meeting link, please contact Elisabeth Eugene at elisabeth.eugene@cckids.net or 772-521-5890.
CCKids Board Packet

Absent to Asset: Practical Father Engagement for Dependency Case Managers
2026-05-05 13:00 - 16:00 | CCKids HQ, 549 NW Lake Whitney Plaza, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
This training was created for Dependency Case Managers but is open to, and beneficial for, all child welfare professionals!
This course provides professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to strengthen father engagement in child and family services. Participants will explore the positive impact that engaged fathers have on child well‑being and case outcomes. They will examine system‑level, relational, and practical barriers that can limit fathers’ involvement. Participants will be introduced to techniques that support more effective communication and collaboration, followed by opportunities to apply these strategies in realistic scenarios.
