An Introduction to Developmental Disabilities
ID: 3001WEBTo better serve individuals with developmental disabilities in all settings, it is important for social workers and other social services professionals to have an understanding of the various developmental disabilities covered under the federal and state definitions. The focus of this webinar will be to provide participants with this basic knowledge along with the structure of the various service systems most utilized by individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages as they are supported in the community. The participants will be given the opportunity to discuss various approaches to supporting people throughout their life span. [Required for Developmental Disabilities Certificate Program]
Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 General
| | Instructor: | Melissa Cheplic, MPH
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| Date: | Thursday, January 25, 2024 |
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| Time: | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET |
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| Location: | Live Interactive Online Webinar
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Children's Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities
ID: 3034WEBA growing body of evidence suggests that youth with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) are at significantly higher risk of developing mental illness than other peers. Diagnosing and treating children and teens with IDD can be more difficult than diagnosing adults and/or neurotypical peers. In addition, there are a variety of services frequently provided these children, including disability supports and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) in addition to clinical treatment. This seminar will review services commonly offered to youth dually diagnosed with IDD and mental illness, discuss strategies to adapt treatment to meet the needs of this population, and provide an overview of integrating these services through case illustrations [Elective for Child/Adolescent Mental Health or Developmental Disabilities Certificate Program]
Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 Clinical
| | Instructor: | Philip Smith
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| Date: | Thursday, November 16, 2023 |
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| Time: | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET |
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| Location: | Live Interactive Online Webinar
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Community Services and Supports for Adults with Disabilities: Evolving Approaches
ID: 3025WEBOver the past years, the approach utilized in supporting adults with developmental disabilities has been evolving and changing from an institution-based service delivery system to a community-based system of supports and services. This has also led to shifting of roles and responsibilities for the professionals, from one of organizing services to working with a person to determine what they want in their life. In this webinar, participants will be presented with an overview of these changes, the current approaches to planning, and their impact on the delivery system. Participants will be given the opportunity to apply these planning methods as they look for ways to assist adults with developmental disabilities to plan their futures. [Required for Developmental Disabilities Certificate Program]
Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 General
| | Instructor: | Colleen McLaughlin, MEd
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| Date: | Wednesday, January 17, 2024 |
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| Time: | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET |
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| Location: | Live Interactive Online Webinar
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Employment, Sexuality, and Other Trending Topics in Adulthood
ID: 3020WEBThe objective of this webinar is to provide an overview of critical issues relevant to adults with disabilities and those that support them. Participants will explore the concept of ableism and how it affects the lives of people with developmental disabilities, with a particular focus on employment and sexuality. Current policy issues and related advocacy movements will be discussed as well as information about how one can support adults with disabilities in ways that affirm and prioritize the personal agency of the individual. [Elective for Developmental Disabilities Certificate]
Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 General
| | Instructor: | Bethany Chase, DSW, LSW, CESP
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| Date: | Wednesday, December 13, 2023 |
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| Time: | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET |
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| Location: | Live Interactive Online Webinar
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Starting Out: From Diagnosis to Early Childhood
ID: 3008WEBInvolvement with service systems for individuals with developmental disabilities begins for some families when their children are infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Families' experiences with early intervention and early childhood special education services set the tone for their participation with service systems throughout their children's age span. In this webinar, participants will be presented with an overview of New Jersey's Early Intervention and Early Childhood Special Education Systems, including the process of identification and referral, evaluation, program planning, delivery of services, and transition. The roles of social workers and the rights of families under each system will also be highlighted. [Required for Developmental Disabilities Certificate Program]
Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 General
| | Instructor: | Caroline Coffield, PhD
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| Date: | Tuesday, January 30, 2024 |
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| Time: | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET |
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| Location: | Live Interactive Online Webinar
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The Realities of Growing Old Together for Adults with Developmental Disabilities and their Caregivers
ID: 3009WEBFamilies have always been the primary caregivers for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (I/DD) throughout their lives. In the U.S. today, over 75% of adults with I/DD live with their families: this means there are nearly one million households in which an adult with I/DD is living with a caregiver/caregivers over the age of 60. While we will look at generalities of age-related changes in people with IDD, particular attention will be paid in this webinar to the cumulative impact of a shared aging trajectory between many adults with I/DD, their family members, and the workforce of paid caregivers.*Previous title:
Growing Old Together: Aging and Family Caregiving
[Required for Developmental Disabilities Certificate Program]
Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 General
| | Instructor: | Margaret Gilbride, JD, CT
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| Date: | Tuesday, February 20, 2024 |
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| Time: | 10:00 am - 1:00 pm ET |
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| Location: | Live Interactive Online Webinar
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Trauma Risk and Recovery
ID: 3040WEBIndividuals with Developmental Disabilities are likely to experience some form of trauma during their lifetime. There is often a failure to recognize the effects of trauma on people with DD and the signs of past experiences may be overlooked or untreated. This session will explore the types of traumatic events that are common and why people with Disabilities are more at risk. Additionally, the connection between trauma and its impact on an individual’s biology and behavior will be discussed. Participants will be provided with an overview of trauma-informed approaches to support healing and recovery including therapeutic interventions, coping strategies, and positive identity development. [Elective for Developmental Disabilities or Trauma Response & Crisis Intervention Certificate Program]
Fee: $60.00
Continuing Ed. Hours (CEH): 3.0 Clinical
| | Instructor: | Melissa Cheplic, MPH
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| Date: | Thursday, November 30, 2023 |
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| Time: | 9:30 am - 12:30 pm ET |
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| Location: | Live Interactive Online Webinar
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