Communities Connected for Kids

Casework Practice
2024-03-21 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-02-20 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
**Note: class is for Provisionally Certified DCM staff only

Learning Circle: Coming together, how systems can change the impact of intimate partner violence on a family
2024-03-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-02-15 10:00 - 12:00 | CCKids HQ, 549 NW Lake Whitney Plaza, Suite 204, Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34986, United States
A video case study, this two hour learning circle will take a close look at how systems working together can change outcomes for families dealing with the maltreatment of intimate partner violence threatens child.

Safety Planning in Cases of Intimate Partner Violence
2024-01-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Safety Planning in Cases of Intimate Partner Violence: Holding the Batterer Accountable.
This training is for case management & DCF CPI staff.

Quality Home Assessments
2024-01-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
This interactive training will explore how policy and best practice look at how we interact with families in their homes. This training is for case management staff only.

Casework Practice
2023-12-18 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-11-30 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-10-25 09:00 - 12:00, 2023-09-05 13:00 - 16:00, 2023-07-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
**Note: class is for Pre-Certified DCM staff only

Compassion, Empathy, and Other Things that Work
2023-12-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom

Trauma Informed Interventions & De-Escalation Techniques
2023-12-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Trauma Informed Interventions & De-Escalation Techniques
Facilitated by Graham Perkovich, BS, CTP,CATP, Sunshine Health
About this Training:
In this training, attendees will learn how to more effectively support trauma exposed youth by using trauma informed de-escalation techniques. This course provides a robust examination of trauma and how trauma reminders impact youth behaviors.
Define trauma.
List at least 3 principals of trauma informed care.
Recognize at least 3 areas of function impacted by trauma.
List the 3 components of the cognitive triangle.
Identify 3 evidence-based approaches caregivers can use to support trauma exposed youth.

De-escalation Techniques
Providers learn the causes of aggression, types of aggression, ways to assess the level of escalation, and techniques to de-escalate emotionally agitated individuals.
Course Objectives.
-Define anger, aggression, and de-escalation.
-Discuss the various causes of aggression.
-Identify the 4 behavior levels.
A link to the training will be sent out in advance to all registered participants.
If you need assistance to participate in this training due to a disability as defined under the ADA, please contact Nicky Smith on 772-519-1910 at least three (3) business days prior to the scheduled event to request an accommodation.

Motivational Interviewing - the Next Steps
2023-11-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
How to use Motivational Interviewing to help your clients embrace change.
This training is for CCK staff and CPI staff

Quality Home Assessments
2023-10-13 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
This interactive training will explore how policy and best practice look at how we interact with families in their homes.

Permanency Round Table
2023-10-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Permanency Round Table Values Training for case management staff.

Safety Planning in Cases of Intimate Partner Violence
2023-10-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
This training is for case management & DCF CPI staff.

Grief Check-in: Grieving the “Firsts” After a Loss
2023-09-28 15:00 - 16:00 | Zoom
The first celebrations, social engagements, and milestones without your loved one are difficult. Join this session to learn how to cope through some of these firsts. Participation is anonymous. Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Getting More with Less
2023-09-26 09:00 - 12:00
This interactive training covers using communication skills to effectively interaction with children and adults. It is designed to enhance interviewing skills.

Caregiving Check-in: Practicing Mindfulness to Relieve Caregiver Stress
2023-09-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Zoom
Mindfulness meditation is an effective tool for managing the stress of caregiving while remaining present for your loved one. Join this session to learn practices to reduce stress and fatigue, and to enhance your wellbeing. A mindfulness practice will be conducted. Participation is anonymous. Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Federal Student Loan Repayment Programs + FAQs
2023-09-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Discover new options for federal student loan borrowers! Join our live event with MSA, your trusted financial well-being provider. Our panel of Money Coaches will discuss the latest government programs tailored to help you find the best repayment strategy for your budget, lifestyle, and career goals. Get answers to pre-submitted questions and ask your own in real time. Learn about the “on-ramp” period starting in October, the SAVE plan, Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs, Parent PLUS Loans, and the implications of consolidating loans.

Breaking the Silence on Suicide: What to Know and How to Help
2023-09-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Suicide affects people from all walks of life. Knowing the warning signs and risk factors for suicide and feeling confident about how to help someone who is at risk could be the difference between life and death. Join us for this important session, where we will: • Differentiate myths from facts • Identify risk factors and warning signs • Review questions to ask and steps to take • Provide supportive resources and strategies Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Parenting Check-in: Growing a Healthy Relationship with Your Adult Children
2023-09-12 15:30 - 16:30 | Zoom
Parenting doesn’t stop when your child reaches 18. Knowing how to transition your style of parenting as your child reaches adulthood will help create a meaningful and healthy relationship. Join this session to learn the predictable challenges and discuss strategies during this stage of parenting. Participation is anonymous. Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Stress Check-in: Less Stress, Less Mess
2023-09-07 14:30 - 15:30 | Zoom
If time management and organization aren’t your strongest skillsets this session is for you! Learn skills that will reduce the stress that comes from disorganization and ineffective time management. Participation is anonymous. Please note: for questions relating to the registration process or any other issues, please email Carebridge at carebridge webinars@carebridge.com.

Involvement and Engagement
2023-09-01 08:00 - 2023-09-30 17:00
Learn how small acts of kindness and a state of flow can change your life.
Starting September 1st, this webinar is available on myliferesource.com

Grief Check-in: Why Now? Coping with Delayed Grief
2023-07-27 13:00 - 13:30
Delayed grief is an emotional response to loss that doesn’t manifest until long after the initial event. It can be difficult to recognize and therefore difficult to know how to cope. Participants will learn to recognize the possible causes of delayed grief, its symptoms, and strategies for coping. Participation is anonymous.
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Motivational Interviewing: Compassion, Empathy and Other Things that Work
2023-07-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-24 13:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Please join us for a two-hour discussion on how the evidenced-based practice of motivational interviewing techniques assist in connecting us with the families we serve.
This training is open to all staff, CPI, licensing

Creating Purpose Driven Goals
2023-07-25 12:00 - 13:00
What would be a meaningful step toward living your purpose? When it comes to success in our personal and professional lives, we only have so much we can do, be, and give. And it’s common to spread our motivation, attention, and efforts across so many goals that we dilute our best efforts and end up overwhelmed and under-wowed by our progress. Attend this webinar to incorporate mindfulness practices into your short and long-term goals.
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