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January—March 2015 Wedgwood Christian Services, provider # 1175, is approved as a provider for social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) through the Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Wedgwood Christian Services maintains responsibility for the program. Wedgwood Christian Services is an approved provider with the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. Approved Provider Number: MICEC-0059 PRESENTER: Jessica Roost, MSOT, OTR/L DATES: Part 1—January 8 and 13 (Same class offered Tue and Thu) Part 2—February 19 Part 3—March 19 TIME: 9:00 am—11:00 am LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room COST: $20 + $10 for 2.0 CEU’s In This Issue: Culturally Competent Practice with Clients from Developing Nations…..2 Your Role in the CFP System of Care………...3 Supervisory Interviewing Skills ......... 3 Professional Ethics in the 21st Century…..…..4 Effectively Equipping Youth to End Bullying……….…….…..3 Mental Health First Aid………….……...3 Plus over 25 additional trainings! The Profound Impact of Sensory Processing on Mental Health Many individuals struggling with mental illness have not developed the ability to process sensory input appropriately due to chemical imbalances, trauma, abuse, neglect or other delays in development. This results in difficulty feeling safe within their environment and within their own bodies. When a person cannot adequately process sensory input, it can be difficult to simply make it through the day. The fact that these individuals oſten spend so much energy trying to cope with and compensate for sensory processing challenges creates a large barrier to how quickly and effecvely their psychological treatment can progress. These workshops will examine how individuals can work on “rewiring” their nervous systems, through occupaonal therapy and the use of sensory strategies, in order to help them process and respond to sensory input appropriately. Using this approach can provide the foundaon they need to be more successful in school, work, and home. It can enable them to control their behaviors and to ul- mately feel safe enough to progress toward their goals. Part 1 – Sensory Processing 101 — This workshop will cover the basics of sensory processing. We will explore what sensory processing is, how it affects those struggling with mental illness and some basic ways that we can use sensory strategies effecvely. Part 2 – The Science behind Sensory Processing — This workshop will delve deeper into the neurology of sensory processing. We will explore what happens in the brain when we process sensory input and the science behind how it can go wrong. We will also explore what happens to the brain when we use a sensory processing approach to begin healing. This informaon is important to understand in order to create and follow an effecve sensory processing treatment plan for a client. Part 3 – Sensory Strategies and “Sensory Diets” — This workshop will use informaon from Part 2 in order to discover how to choose effecve sensory strategies for a client. We will also discuss what a sensory diet is and how to effecvely implement it to promote self-regulaon throughout the day. Jessica Roost, MSOT, OTR/L, is an Occupaonal Therapist at Wedgwood Chrisan Services. She is currently developing Occupaonal Therapy programs for Wedgwood’s residenal services, and will be expanding the department to include Community and Outpaent services in the near future. Jessica graduated with a Master’s Degree from Western Michigan University. She is passionate about her work with children of all ages who are facing mental health concerns, developmental

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January—March 2015

Wedgwood Christian Services,

provider # 1175, is approved as a

provider for social work continuing

education by the Association of Social

Work Boards (ASWB) through the

Approved Continuing Education (ACE)

program. Wedgwood Christian

Services maintains responsibility for

the program. Wedgwood Christian

Services is an approved provider with

the Michigan Social Work Continuing

Education Collaborative. Approved

Provider Number: MICEC-0059

PRESENTER: Jessica Roost, MSOT, OTR/L

DATES: Part 1—January 8 and 13 (Same class offered Tue and Thu)

Part 2—February 19 Part 3—March 19

TIME: 9:00 am—11:00 am

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

COST: $20 + $10 for 2.0 CEU’s

In This Issue:

Culturally Competent

Practice with Clients from

Developing Nations…..2

Your Role in the CFP

System of Care………...3

Supervisory

Interviewing Skills ......... 3

Professional Ethics in

the 21st Century…..…..4

Effectively Equipping

Youth to End

Bullying……….…….…..3

Mental Health

First Aid………….……...3

Plus over 25 additional

trainings!

The Profound Impact of Sensory

Processing on Mental Health Many individuals struggling with mental illness have not developed the ability to process sensory input

appropriately due to chemical imbalances, trauma, abuse, neglect or other delays in development. This

results in difficulty feeling safe within their environment and within their own bodies. When a person

cannot adequately process sensory input, it can be difficult to simply make it through the day. The fact

that these individuals often spend so much energy trying to cope with and compensate for sensory

processing challenges creates a large barrier to how quickly and effectively their psychological treatment

can progress. These workshops will examine how individuals can work on “rewiring” their nervous

systems, through occupational therapy and the use of sensory strategies, in order to help them process

and respond to sensory input appropriately. Using this approach can provide the foundation they need to

be more successful in school, work, and home. It can enable them to control their behaviors and to ulti-

mately feel safe enough to progress toward their goals.

Part 1 – Sensory Processing 101 — This workshop will cover the basics of sensory processing. We will

explore what sensory processing is, how it affects those struggling with mental illness and some basic

ways that we can use sensory strategies effectively.

Part 2 – The Science behind Sensory Processing — This workshop will delve deeper into the neurology of

sensory processing. We will explore what happens in the brain when we process sensory input and the

science behind how it can go wrong. We will also explore what happens to the brain when we use a

sensory processing approach to begin healing. This information is important to understand in order to

create and follow an effective sensory processing treatment plan for a client.

Part 3 – Sensory Strategies and “Sensory Diets” — This workshop will use information from Part 2 in

order to discover how to choose effective sensory strategies for a client. We will also discuss what a

sensory diet is and how to effectively implement it to promote self-regulation throughout the day.

Jessica Roost, MSOT, OTR/L, is an Occupational Therapist at Wedgwood

Christian Services. She is currently developing Occupational Therapy

programs for Wedgwood’s residential services, and will be expanding

the department to include Community and Outpatient services in the

near future. Jessica graduated with a Master’s Degree from Western

Michigan University. She is passionate about her work with children of

all ages who are facing mental health concerns, developmental

WINTER SESSION

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 2

Culturally Competent Practice with Clients from

Developing Nations

In this class, therapists from Bethany Christian Services will provide an overview about common issues with residential

clients from other countries; give a brief introduction to Southeast Asian, African and Central American countries. The

emphasis will be on identifying cultural differences and mental health concerns with these clients. The presenters will

share their experiences working with diverse populations and outcomes regarding mental health treatment. Staff who

attend the training will have the opportunity to ask questions and explore their own experiences working these

populations.

Maybank Kapufi has a Bachelor’s degree in social development, a Bachelor’s degree in social work and a Master’s

degree in counseling psychology. He currently holds the position of therapist and coordinator of case management

and clinical services for the Refugee Center for Healing Torture Trauma at Bethany Christian Services in Grand Rapids.

Maybank has worked with refugees for 15 years, accruing a wide range of experiences with different organizations in

the United States as well as Africa, Europe, Canada and Asia. He has been a frequent guest speaker on issues of

torture trauma, complex and poly-victimization in trauma and cultural context to different colleges, universities,

churches, ethnic groups, professional groups and institutions.

Jean C Mulder received a Master of Divinity in Myanmar, Burma; a Master of Theology from Western Theological

Seminary; Doctor of Ministry from San Francisco Theological Seminary; Master of Arts from Princeton Theological

Seminary in Pastoral Counseling. Jean is an ordained Minister in the Reformed Church in America. Jean has served as

Children Coordinator at Hope Reformed Church, Grand Rapids, MI and as Congregational Pastor at Thornapple

Community Church in Grand Rapids, MI. Jean has been with Bethany Christian Services for almost 9 years. She is in her

7th year at the refugee residential unit as a Program Therapist trained in the TF-CBT model of treatment to assist youth.

Sylvia Obert, MA LLP, LLPC is a graduate of Western Michigan University with a Master’s Degree in Counseling

Psychology, a Limited License in Psychology, and a Limited License as a Professional Counselor. Sylvia is also a

Medical Doctor in Colombia, her country of origin. She currently is a therapist at Bethany Christian Services for the

Unaccompanied Refugee Minors program. Sylvia has worked for the last two years with Refugee minors mainly from

Africa, Burma, and Central America for two years prior to working at Bethany, Sylvia worked at Arbor Circle providing

therapy to young adults with different types of mental issues, trauma, and substance abuse.

Lukas Ziomkowski, LMSW is a graduate of Grand Valley State University with a Master’s Degree in Social Work and a

B.A. as a double major in Psychology and Integrated Studies: Taboos and Controversial Issues in Society. Lukas is a

clinical and macro licensed Social Worker in the State of Michigan. He currently serves as Program Supervisor for

Bethany Christian Services’ residential programs for Unaccompanied Refugee Minors. He chairs Bethany’s Sanctuary

Model of Care implementation team. Lukas has over 12 years of social work experience working with diverse

population groups in a variety of services including wilderness adventure therapy, group residential care, refugee

resettlement, individual and family counseling, as well as international experience with youth programs in Galway,

Ireland.

DATE: Thursday, January 15 LOCATION: Garrett Conference room

TIME: 9:00 am—11:00 am COST: Free

WINTER SESSION

Your Role in the Community Family Partnership System of Care: Key Core Values

and Practices Essential to Improving Outcomes for Complex Children, Youth &

Families

This training will give an overview of the Community Family

Partnership System of Care, including the Wraparound

process, and teach participants skills that are proven to

show effective outcomes for complex youth and their

families.

Do you…

have more questions than answers when it comes to

the CFP System of Care and the services offered?

wonder what part you play on a Wraparound team?

want to connect with others working towards better

outcomes for children and families?

need practical strategies for being more family-driven,

youth-guided or culturally responsive?

like the thought of sharing resources and ideas with

professionals from other systems?

welcome the chance to acquire skills for utilizing a

multi-system approach?

If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, this

training is for you!

DATE: Friday, February 13

TIME: 9:00 am—11:30 am

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTERS: Stephanie Myers (CFP Clinical

Manager) and Tina Worrall

(CFP Communications

Coordinator)

COST: Free

Supervisory Interviewing Skills

The first meeting between job applicants and potential

employers is an important opportunity to create positive

impressions and establish solid working relationships. This

session focuses on maximizing your effectiveness in the

interview process, helping interviewees feel welcome and

respected while sharpening your skills to get the

information you need in making the best hiring decisions.

Get answers to questions like: What can I legally ask in an

interview? How can I end an interview when the person

won’t stop talking? What if they give the right answers but

my gut feeling is that they’re not a good fit? How do I

assess their commitment to diversity? All this and more will

be covered! This training is strongly recommended for

supervisors and other employees who regularly interview

others for external or internal hiring purposes.

This training is for only Wedgwood employees who are in

supervisory positions, or aspire to such roles.

DATE: Tuesday, January 20,

TIME: 9:00 am—11:00 am

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTER: Marla Cole & Bryan Lowe

COST: N/A (Wedgwood employees only)

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 3

WINTER SESSION

Professional Ethics for the 21st Century

While the concept of ethics represents the foundation of social

work and counseling, it has often been presented in a repetitious

and monotonous fashion. Typically, those working in behavioral

health fields (social work, counseling, psychology, marriage and

family therapy) received information and conceptual material in

a narrow, discipline-specific, and siloed fashion.

With the advent of the Affordable Care Act, an emphasis on

patient-centered medical and behavioral health homes, and

the emergence of integrated health care, practitioners now

experience increased interaction, complex team dynamics, and

shared patient caseloads. The primary disciplines in behavioral

health often adhere to their respective codes of ethics, either

ignoring what occurred in patient interactions with other health

care professionals, or perceiving all interactions through the lens

of their respective code. Since many professionals hold licensure

in mental health, yet are also certified in addictions treatment,

the situation becomes even more complex, with service

providers mandated to adhere to more than one code.

This presentation will engage participants in a multi-media, multi-

sensory format, teaching to all styles of learning. Case study

material will be utilized, with video clips presented from various

health care disciplines, and didactic material that addresses

both the conceptual and practical level. Attendees can expect

a lively, provocative, and action-packed agenda beyond any

past ethics module witnessed.

DATE: Friday, January 23

TIME: 8:30 am—3:30 pm

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTER: Tom Moore, LMSW, CAADC, CCS

COST: $75 (Includes 6.0 CE’s and lunch)

MCBAP credits pending

Effectively Equipping Youth to End Bullying

As a professional who has worked on the front lines in

schools and residential treatment programs, Jeff truly

understands the importance of finding simple techniques

that that will work right away! This training offers hope for

students, youth professionals, and parents through

empowerment.

Unlike many methods that rely on school-wide systems and

significant time to implement, this seminar focuses on

equipping students with social skills and conflict resolution

skills, increasing their resilience and confidence. These

techniques empower students to solve their own social

conflict, allowing teachers to focus on coaching and

teaching rather than policing.

Through role-playing, lecturing, hands-on activities, and

small workgroups, participants will learn how to implement

these methods with their own students and empower them

to take action and respond in love when they see bullying

happen. When put into practice, these techniques can

yield immediate results.

DATE: Tuesday, February 17

TIME: 9:00 am—11:00 am

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTER: Jeff Veley

COST: $20

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 4

WINTER SESSION

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 5

Youth Mental Health First Aid

Youth Mental Health First Aid USA is an 8 hour public education program which introduces participants to the unique risk factors

and warning signs of mental health problems in adolescents, builds understanding of the importance of early intervention, and

teaches individuals how to help an adolescent in crisis or experiencing a mental health challenge. Mental Health First Aid uses

role-playing and simulations to demonstrate how to assess a mental health crisis; select interventions and provide initial help;

and connect young people to professional, peer, social, and self-help care.

WHAT WILL PARTICIPANTS LEARN?

The course teaches participants the risk factors and warning signs of various mental health challenges common among

adolescents, including anxiety, depression, psychosis, eating disorders, AD/HD, disruptive behavior disorders, and substance

use disorder. Participants do not learn to diagnose, nor how to provide any therapy or counseling – rather, they learn to support

a youth developing signs and symptoms of a mental illness or in an emotional crisis by applying a core five-step action plan:

Assess for risk of suicide or harm

Listen nonjudgmentally

Give reassurance and information

Encourage appropriate professional help

Encourage self-help and other support strategies

WHO SHOULD TAKE THE COURSE?

The course is designed for adults who regularly interact with adolescents (teachers, school staff, coaches, youth group leaders,

parents, etc.) The core Mental Health First Aid course has been successfully offered to more than 100,000 people across the

USA, including hospital staff, employers and business leaders, faith communities, law enforcement, and the general public.

For Wedgwood employees, some of our Network 180 contracts for Community programs require certain staff to be certified in

YMHFA. For them, this training is mandatory. For others who work with clients on a regular basis, YMHFA certification is highly

recommended. This is considered “basic” material for those who have earned degrees in psychology, counseling and social ser-

vices, but still may be beneficial to them to be part of this training experience. For newer staff still pursuing their education, or for

veteran staff who find themselves adapting to the recent influx of clients diagnosed with more significant mental health need, this

class will provide clear guidelines for responding to mental health emergencies, promoting greater consistency and compassion

in our efforts.

For non-Wedgwood professionals, we plan to open up registration for this class later in 2015. Our first two classes will be lim-

ited to current employees only. If you are interested in having us present this class to your organization, please contact Wedg-

wood Institute to inquire about the details of such an arrangement.

DATES (choose one session): Friday, March 6 - 8:30 a.m.—5:00 pm

Wednesday, March 25 - 8:30 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

Facilitators: David Blakeslee & Cathy Jordan Location: Garrett Conference Room Lunch Provided

Class size for each session is limited to 25—please contact your supervisor prior to registering

to arrange scheduling coverage. Participants must be pre-registered in order to attend.

The Youth Mental Health First Aid USA

curriculum is primarily focused on

information participants can use to help

adolescents and transition-age youth,

ages 12-18.

WINTER SESSION

Diversity Awareness

Learn about diversity as we lead you through activities,

discuss the importance of accountability and celebrate

the richness of our differences. All this to help you

understand how to enjoy God’s hand in diversity.

This training is required for all staff within their first year of

employment.

DATE: Wednesday, January 28

TIME: 1:00 pm—3:00 pm

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTER: Arlan Palmer

COST: $20

Introduction & Recertification to CPR

Become certified in CPR though the American Heart

Association’s curriculum. Staff will follow a video

presentation that provides you with additional time to

master each skill.

This training is required for all direct care staff within their

first year of employment, with recertification every two

years.

DATES/TIMES:

Thursday, January 8, 3:00 pm—5:00 pm

Tuesday, February 3, 9:00 am—11:00 am

Thursday, March 12, 9:00 am—11:00 am

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTER: Wedgwood Institute Trainers

COST: $30

Introduction & Recertification to First Aid

Become certified in First Aid. Learn the basics of treating

cuts, sprains, strains, and burns as well as how to respond

to a variety of medical concerns.

This training is required for all direct care staff within their

first year of employment, with recertification every two

years .

DATES/TIMES:

Thursday, January 8, 1:00 pm—3:00 pm

Wednesday, February 25, 9:00 am—11:00 am

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTER: Wedgwood Institute Trainers

COST: $30

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 6

WINTER SESSION

Love & Logic

Stay out of the trap of trying to control youth. During this

session, you will experience the first two foundational

principles of the COOL Formula: Control That’s Shared and

Ownership of the Problem.

Participants will experience the last two foundational

principles of the COOL Formula. Opportunities for Thinking

and Decision-Making and Letting Empathy and

Consequences Do The Teaching.

This training is required for all direct care staff within their

first year of employment.

DATE: Wednesday, February 4

TIME: 1:00 pm—3:30 pm

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTER: Pat Pruiksma, BA

COST: $20

Welcome to Wedgwood

The Welcome to Wedgwood Breakfast/Lunch is a training

required of all new employees hired after 08/01/2014. It is

designed to familiarize new employees with the agency, its

mission and the many services offered to the community

through Residential Services, Community Programs,

Educational Services, and many others. The one-hour

meeting includes a breakfast/lunch, PowerPoint and

materials presented by Sam Beals, CEO and/or Randy

Zylstra, COO. A tour is also provided at the end of the

presentation.

DATES/TIME:

Friday, January 23, Noon—1:00 pm

Friday, February 27, Noon—1:00 pm

Friday, March 27, Noon—1:00 pm

LOCATION: Hardiman Conference Room

PRESENTER: Sam Beals, CEO

Institutes for Healing Racism

Join this group to learn about the sin of racism while

growing with others in a Christ-centered environment.

This will be an opportunity to build bridges with other

Christians in the fight against racism.

NOTE: For Wedgwood staff, Diversity Awareness is a pre-

requisite to the I.H.R. This training is required for all full-time

Wedgwood employees within their first two years of

employment.

DATE: Friday, March 20 & 27 (Must attend both sessions)

TIME: 8:30 am—5:00 pm

LOCATION: Wedgwood Institute

PRESENTER: Wedgwood Diversity Facilitators

COST: $175 (Non Wedgwood Employees)

(Includes 14 approved CE’s)

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 7

WINTER SESSION

Professional Boundaries

The maintenance of healthy boundaries is important in any

relationship, but human service professionals face unique

challenges when working with clients whose emotional

needs are especially demanding. This session reviews

boundary types, explores why and how boundaries get

blurred and provides guidelines to stay balanced when

conflicts arise.

This is a mandatory training for all direct-care staff in their

first year of employment. Veteran and non-residential staff

are also welcome to attend.

DATE: Wednesday, March 18

TIME: 1:00 pm—3:00 pm

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTERS: Dave Blakeslee, Floyd Booker,

Jeff Walters

COST: $20

Investigations/Wellness/Agency Awareness

These three trainings offer important information primarily

for new Wedgwood employees. Wellness orients staff to

use of the Wellness Center and tips on how to supervise

clients during activities. Investigations discusses the role

that regulatory agencies have in overseeing

Wedgwood’s residential treatment programs. Agency

Awareness gives staff an overview of Wedgwood’s

mission, values, and many programs and services. For

Wedgwood staff and volunteers only.

Wellness is required for all employees prior to use of the

Wellness Center.

Investigations is required for Residential Staff

Agency Awareness is required for all Wedgwood interns,

employees and volunteers.

DATES/TIMES:

Friday, January 16, 9:00 am—11:00 am

Friday, March 13, 9:00 am—11:00 am

Investigations: 9—9:30 am

Wellness: 9:30—10 am

Agency Awareness: 10—11 am

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTERS: Dave Blakeslee, BA,

Marla Cole, BA

Becoming Trauma Sensitive

This is an introduction to trauma-informed treatment that

will increase awareness about stress and complex trauma.

During this session, participants will explore developmental,

interpersonal and psychological impacts associated with

complex trauma and discuss different tools to help

children heal.

This is a mandatory training for YTS in their first year of

employment.

DATE: Thursday, January 22

TIME: 1:00 pm—3:00 pm

LOCATION: Garrett Conference room

PRESENTER: Bill Everett, MA

COST: $20 + $10 for 2.0 CE’s

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 8

WINTER SESSION

Recipient Rights

In 2013, Network 180 changed their training system,

requiring all trainees to have a UserID and password to

the Network180.org website in order to receive credit for

classes they attend in person or complete online.

Here are the new expectations:

1. Recipient Rights Intro is an online training that must

be taken within the first 30 days of employment. This

is a one-hour training hosted on the N180 site. It’s

accessible from any internet-connected computer.

2. Recipients Rights Live is a three hour classroom

training taught by N180 staff. This class should be

completed between 90-180 days of hire, after new

employees have become acquainted with clients

and job expectations. This is the only time that the

class needs to be taken in person.

3. Recipient Rights Online is the same training as the

Intro, with recertification due every three years.

Staff need to register for classes online. To do so, visit:

training.network180.org

Creating a new account is easy and fast. You should be

able to set it up and proceed with the online training

without much delay.

Please note that you will not be able

to “drop in” for a class—you must sign

up in advance. You also need to arrive

on time. In the past they have shut the

door once the class begins.

Beginning in 2014, classes will no longer

be offered on Wedgwood’s campus.

We appreciate the convenience that

came with hosting these classes for the

past several years, but with the online

recertification option, class sizes have

become small enough for N180 to host

in their own facility, which is located at

the Network 180 Office, 728 Fuller NE,

Grand Rapids.

DATES/TIMES:

Tuesday, January 13, 1:00 pm—4:00 pm

Wednesday, January 21, 1:00 pm—4:00 pm

Wednesday, January 28, 9:00 am—12:00 pm

Friday, February 6, 1:00 pm—4:00 pm

Tuesday, February 10, 9:00 am—12:00 pm

Wednesday, February 18, 9:00 am—12:00 pm

Thursday, February 26, 1:00—4:00 pm

Monday, March 2, 1:00 pm—4:00 pm

Tuesday, March 10, 9:00 am—12:00 pm

Wednesday, March 18, 9:00 am—12:00 pm

Friday, March 27, 9:00 am—12:00 pm

LOCATION: Network 180, 728 Fuller NE

PRESENTER: Network 180 Facilitators

COST: No Charge

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 9

WINTER SESSION

Introduction to Crisis Management De-escalation

During this session, you will learn the dynamics of

escalating and de-escalating tension due to internal and

external conflicts and their impact on children’s behavior.

We review the warning signs of escalating clients, identify

appropriate verbal de-escalation strategies and how to

use therapeutic relationships to teach crucial self-control

skills. “Handle with Care” physical intervention techniques

will also be taught as a last resort to keep clients safe when

they present danger to themselves or to others. The Handle with Care training requires an ability to pivot, bend, twist

and stoop while bearing weight of individuals served.

Ability to lift 50 lbs. non-stationary weight through the

approved Handle with Care technique is required. Can

you perform the essential duties of this position with or

without reasonable accommodations? If you cannot meet

this requirement you will be required to provide a note

from your physician, to the Wedgwood Institute, prior to the

scheduled training date. Please be sure to dress

comfortably and wear close-toed shoes as you will be

physically active. This training is required within the first 90

days of employment for all staff who work directly with the

clients in residential programs.

DATES:

Thursday, January 29

Friday, March 6

TIME:

9:00 am—3:00 pm

LOCATION: Nagel Conference Center

PRESENTER: Wedgwood Institute trainers

Crisis Management De-escalation Recertification

This is a refresher course for staff who have already taken

the Introduction to CMD. In this session, basic verbal and

physical intervention skills are reviewed through instructor

led practice, role play and video scenarios. Please be sure

to dress comfortably and wear close-toed shoes as you will

be physically active. The Handle with Care training requires an ability to pivot, bend, twist and stoop while

bearing weight of individuals served. Ability to lift 50 lbs.

non-stationary weight through the approved Handle with

Care technique is required. Can you perform the essential

duties of this position with or without reasonable

accommodations? If you cannot meet this requirement

you will be required to provide a note from your physician,

to the Wedgwood Institute, prior to the scheduled training

date. This recertification training is required every six

months for all staff who work directly with clients in

residential programs.

DATES/TIMES: Thursday, February 5, 9:00 am—10:30 am

Parramore/VanderArk Team Tuesday, February 10, 9:00 am—10:30 am

VanAndel Team

Tuesday, February 24, 9:00 am—10:30 am

Cook Claus Team

Thursday, March 5, 9:00 am—10:30 am

Riebel Team

Thursday, March 26, 9:00 am—10:30 am

Dawes Court

LOCATION: Nagel Conference Center

PRESENTER: Wedgwood Institute Trainers

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 10

WINTER SESSION

Introduction to Med Passing

This class will give you the knowledge to correctly and

safely dispense medications at Wedgwood to the

residential clients. This two-hour training includes a Power-

Point on all aspects of medication handling/dispensing,

information on commonly used medications, other

applicable information, quiz and hands-on medication

handling.

This is designed for Wedgwood residential staff.

DATES: Wednesday, January 7

Wednesday, February 4

Wednesday, March 4

TIME: 9:00 am—11:00 am

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTER: Ellen Decker, RN

Med Passing Recertification

This class provides a review and update of current

procedures and expectations regarding the dispensing of

medication to Wedgwood's residential clients. This is a

mandatory annual recertification for all residential staff

passing medication at Wedgwood. This half hour class

includes a PowerPoint on all aspects of medication

handling/dispensing, information on commonly used

medications, other applicable information, and a quiz.

This is designed for Wedgwood residential staff.

DATES:

Tuesday, January 6

Zondervan Team

Thursday, February 12

Riebel Team

Tuesday. March 10

Boelkins Team TIME: 9:00 a.m.—9:30 a.m.

PRESENTER: Ellen Decker, RN

Listening for Heaven’s Sake

By applying the skills taught in this session, you can

deepen your understanding of yourself, relate more

effectively with others, and strengthen your relationship

with God. You will learn how to listen with great insight and

understanding, improve compassion, and empower

others to work together with greater effectiveness.

This training is required for most direct care staff within their

first year of employment.

DATE: Friday, January 30

TIME: 9:00 am—11:00 am

LOCATION: Garrett Conference Room

PRESENTER: Jason Lheureux

COST: $20

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 11

WINTER SESSION REGISTRATION

WEDGWOOD INSTITUTE 12

Med Passing Recert (Zondervan) Jan 6 9 am—9:30 am

Intro to Medication Passing Jan 7 9 am—11 am

Sensory Processing 101 Jan 8 9 am—11 am

First Aid Jan 8 1 pm—3 pm

CPR Jan 8 3 pm—5 pm

Sensory Processing 101 Jan 13 9 am—11 am

Culturally Competent Practice w/Clients from Developing Nations

Jan 15 9 am—11 am

Investigations/Wellness/ Agency Awareness

Jan16 9:00—9:30 am 9:30—10 am 10 am—11 am

Supervisory Interviewing Skills Jan 20 9 am—11 am

Becoming Trauma Sensitive Jan 22 1 pm—3 pm

Ethics in the 21st Century Jan 23 8:30—3:30 pm

Welcome to Wedgwood Jan 23 Noon—1 pm

Diversity Awareness Jan 28 1 pm—3 pm

Intro to Crisis Management De-escalation

Jan 29 9 am—3 pm

Listening for Heaven’s Sake Jan 30 9 am—11 am

CPR Feb 3 9 am—11:00 am

Intro to Medication Passing Feb 4 9 am—11 am

Love & Logic Feb 4 1 pm—3:30 pm

CMD Recertification (VanderArk/Parramore)

Feb 5 9:00—10:30 am

CMD Recertification (VanAndel) Feb 10 9:00—10:30 am

Med Passing Recert (Riebel) Feb 12 9—9:30 am

Role of CFP System of Care Feb 13 9 am—11:30 am

Effectively Equipping Youth to End Bullying

Feb 17 9 am—11 am

The Science Behind Sensory Processing

Feb 19 9 am—11 am

CMD Recertification (Cook Claus) Feb 24` 9 am—10:30 am

First Aid Feb 25 9 am—11 am

Welcome to Wedgwood Feb 27 Noon—1 pm

Intro to Medication Passing Mar 4 9 am—11 am

CMD Recertification (Riebel) Mar 5 9 am—10:30 am

Intro Crisis Management De-escalation

Mar 6 9 am—3 pm

Youth Mental Health First Aid Mar 6 8:30 am—5 pm

Med Passing Recert (Boelkins) Mar 10 9 am—9:30 am

CPR Mar 12 9 am—11 am

Investigations/Wellness/ Agency Awareness

Mar 13 9:00—9:30 am 9:30—10 am 10 am—11 am

Professional Boundaries Mar 18 1 pm—3 pm

Sensory Strategies & “Sensory Diets”

Mar 19 9 am—11 am

Institute for Healing Racism (Must attend both sessions)

Mar 20 & 27

8:30 am—5 pm

Youth Mental Health First Aid Mar 25 8:30 am—5 pm

CMD Recertification (Dawes Court) Mar 26 9 am—10:30 am

Welcome to Wedgwood Mar 27 Noon—1:00 pm

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3300 36th Street SE

Grand Rapids, MI 49512