Previous Webinars

2021

2021
Dec 28

MO DDD & You: The Benefits of Peer Support and Making Connections

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on the benefits of peer support and helping people make connections to others who have similar lived experiences. Participants will hear from three different parents who will share their experience with peer support, will learn where formal peer supports can be found, and how families and individuals can get connected to peer support services.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead, MO Division of DD
  • Stacey Gilkey, Family Support Provider Supervisor, ReDiscover Behavioral Health
  • Mary Turner, Director, Missouri Family-to-Family
Target Audience: Individuals, Families, stakeholders, and other interested individuals
2021
Dec 10

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides regularly scheduled webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator;
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus; DMH Chief Medical Director;
  • Dr. Maulik Trivedi, StationMD
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Dec 10 is now available.
2021
Dec 08

Champions of Employment: Taking a Closer Look at Career Planning

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on Career Planning. Attendees will learn what this service provides and how to request it, good candidates for career planning, and outcome requirements. In addition, tips and experiences from a Division provider will be shared.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities.
  • Cassidi Jobe, Executive Director for Summit Future Foundation
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and all other interested individuals
2021
Dec 07

Guardianship Coordination

This webinar will provide an overview of the process for Information Specialists to begin coordinating Division requests for guardianship.

Presenter(s):
  • Matt Waggoner, Information Specialist Statewide Lead
  • Stacy Bahn, Information Specialist
Target Audience: All Support Coordinators, Regional Office Administration, Community Partners, and all other interested individuals
2021
Dec 02

Tier 2 Risk Prevention: Updates to the Community Transition Process

The Division of Developmental Disabilities will be sharing updates to the community transition process. There will be a brief review of past structural changes shared during a previous webinar (July, 2021), followed by review of future enhancements, including a move toward targeted individual transition consultation. These future enhancements are expected to be implemented by the Risk Prevention team January, 2022.

Presenter(s):
  • Rhi Evans, Director of Risk Prevention
  • Nicole Jones, Western Area Risk Prevention Lead
Target Audience: Support Coordinators employed through the State and Private TCMs, residential service providers contracted with DMH-DD, and Regional Office staff including Community Living Coordinators, Technical Assistance Coordinators, and QE staff.
2021
Nov 30

Environmental Accessibility Adaptions (EAA) Overview

This training, presented by the Division of Developmental Disabilities, will provide a comprehensive review of the EAA service for home and vehicle modification. This session will include discussion of the supports provided by the newly designed Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) team and their collaboration with Missouri Inclusive Housing, as well as service definitions, service use, and roles/responsibilities of team members.

Presenter(s):
  • Shelly Brown, Provider Relations
  • Jason Elmore, Provider Relations
  • Cris Rodriquez, Missouri Inclusive Housing Development Corporation
Target Audience: Providers, Service Coordinators, Regional Office Staff, and all other interested individuals
2021
Nov 23

MO DDD & You: Overview of Waiver Renewals

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar targeted toward individuals and families will focus on understanding the required waiver renewal process and why stakeholder input is so important. Participants will learn about the renewal process, why individual/family voice is important, and how feedback can be shared with the Division.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead, Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Emily Lueberring, Director, Federal Programs Unit, Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Leslie Bradley, Federal Programs Unit, Division of Developmental Disabilities
Target Audience: Individuals, Families, stakeholders, and other interested individuals
2021
Nov 10

Champions of Employment: Taking a Closer Look at Benefits Planning

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 – 2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on the newest employment service, Benefits Planning. Support Coordinators will learn what this service is intended to provide, who might be a good candidate for this service, and how to request this service.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and interested others

The recorded webinar from Nov 10 is now available.
2021
Nov 04

Waiver Service Definition Updates Question/Answer Sessions

As a follow-up to the recent Waiver Service Definition Training, the Division is hosting a series of question and answer sessions. During this third  session, waiver service definition updates to the following will be addressed:

•    Intensive Therapeutic Residential Habilitation

•    Community Transition

•    Crisis Intervention

•    Applied Behavior Analysis

•    Professional Assessment and Monitoring (PAM)

Presenter(s):
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs Unit
  • Lucas Evans, Division Chief Behavior Analyst
  • Rhi Evans, Risk Prevention State Lead
  • Tanner Stephenson, Director-Self Directed Supports
Target Audience: Providers, Individuals and Families, State Staff, and all other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Nov 04 is now available.
2021
Oct 29

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus-DMH Chief Medical Director
  • StationMD
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Oct 29 is now available.
2021
Oct 26

MO DDD & You: Exploring Employment Supports and Services for Individuals and Families

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar for individuals and families will focus on planning for and utilizing employment services.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Division of Developmental Disabilities, Supporting Families Lead
  • Sandy Keyser, Division of Developmental Disabilities, Employment First Specialist
Target Audience: Individuals, Families, stakeholders, and other interested individuals
2021
Oct 25

Waiver Service Definition Updates Question/Answer Sessions

As a follow-up to the recent Waiver Service Definition Training, the Division is hosting a series of question and answer sessions. 

During this second  session, waiver service definition updates to the following will be addressed:

•    Home Delivered Meals

•    Individual Goods and Services

•    Environmental Accessibility Adaptations—Home/Vehicle Modification (EAA)

•    Assistive Technology

•    In Home Respite

•    Out of Home Respite/Temporary Residential

•    Personal Assistant Services

•    Group Home

•    Individualized Supported Living

•    Shared Living

•    Community Specialist

•    Support Broker

Presenter(s):
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs Unit
  • Wanda Crocker, Director-Provider Relations
  • Tanner Stephenson, Director-Self Directed Supports
  • Shelly Brown, Provider Relations Specialist, Universal Design
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations Specialist, Assistive Technology
Target Audience: Providers, Individuals and Families, State Staff, and all other interested individuals
2021
Oct 21

ADT Pilot Project Training

This training will provide an overview of the Admission, Discharge and Transfer (ADT) Pilot project. The ADT pilot is geared at establishing a framework to better address discharge planning using a problem solving structure and identified hospital/ER visit information from the ADT Reporting system

Presenter(s):
  • Lucas Evans, Chief Behavior Analyst for Community Supports
  • Rita Cooper, Western Region Behavior Analyst
  • Melantha Witherspoon, Eastern Region Behavior Analyst
  • Kay Hamblin, Intensive Systems Consultant
  • Rod Keown, Intensive Systems Consultant
Target Audience: DMH RO Support Coordinator Supervisors and Support Coordinators
2021
Oct 21

Waiver Service Definition Updates Question/Answer Sessions

As a follow-up to the recent Waiver Service Definition Training, the Division is hosting a series of question and answer sessions. During this first session, waiver service definition updates to the following will be addressed:

•    Benefits Planning

•    Community Networking

•    Individualized Skill Development

•    Day Habilitation

•    Career Planning

•    Job Development

•    Supported Employment

•    Prevocational Services

Presenter(s):
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs Unit
  • Duane Shumate, State Coordinator-Employment and Community
Target Audience: Providers, Individuals and Families, State Staff, and all other interested individuals
2021
Oct 18

Guideline 85: Review and Discontinuation of Prohibited Procedures

This training will provide a better understanding of Guideline 85 and prohibited practices. This guideline defines:

• Consistent and systematic response when the use of prohibited procedures are suspected or discovered;

• Ensure the health, welfare, and rights of the individuals served; and

• Ensure a quality of life without coercion, seclusion, or other practices that infringe on the rights of the individual.

Presenter(s):
  • Lucas Evans, Chief Behavior Analyst for Community Supports
  • Rita Cooper, Western Region Behavior Analyst
  • Melantha Witherspoon, Eastern Region Behavior Analyst
  • Kay Hamblin, Intensive Systems Consultant
  • Rod Keown, Intensive Systems Consultant
Target Audience: Providers, Division staff, all other interested individuals
2021
Oct 15

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus-DMH Chief Medical Director
  • StationMD
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

No webinar and presentation at this time.
2021
Oct 13

Champions of Employment: Affording Individuals an Opportunity to Explore Employment

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 - 2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on one employment service provider’s experience with connecting individuals to employment services. Participants will learn what tools & strategies this provider has found useful in having discussions with individuals.

Nova Center Employment Services Flow Chart

Nova Center Employment Services 

 

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Chris Cockrill, Employment Coordinator for Nova Center of the Ozarks
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and any other interested individuals
2021
Oct 12

Waiver Service Definition Training

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is providing training on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services approved Home and Community Based Services waivers. This training will cover changes to services in each of the four waivers.

Presenter(s):
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs Unit
  • Wanda Crocker, Director-Provider Relations
  • Duane Shumate, State Coordinator-Employment and Community
  • Tanner Stephenson, Director-Self Directed Supports
  • Lucas Evans, Division Chief Behavior Analyst
  • Shelly Brown, Provider Relations Specialist, Universal Design
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations Specialist, Assistive Technology
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, Individuals and Families, State Staff, and all other interested individuals
2021
Oct 01

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Directory-Quality Programs
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus-DMH Chief Medical Director
  • StationMD
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Oct 01 is now available.
2021
Sep 30

Expedited Utilization Review (UR) Guidance Question/Answer Session

Join Neil Harms, Director of Utilization and Review, for an Expedited UR Guidance question and answer session. Updated monitoring guidance is available for review at: https://dmh.mo.gov/media/pdf/resume-expedited-ur.  

 

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms, Director of Utilization Review
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, and all other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Sep 30 is now available.
2021
Sep 28

DDD and You: An Introduction to the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) for Individuals and Families

This lunch and learn 30-minute webinar will focus on providing an overview of the Division of Developmental Disabilities and navigating through the various webpages for information and resources, including how to sign up for services.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Division of Developmental Disabilities, Supporting Families Lead
  • Matt Waggoner, Information Specialist Lead
Target Audience: Individuals, Families, and all other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Sep 28 is now available.
2021
Sep 21

DMH Admin Logging Overview

This Webinar will address how to correctly log billable hours to ensure maximum reimbursement from the federal government for administrative time spent by staff on MO HealthNet Programs.

Presenter(s):
  • Shelly LeCure, Senior Accountant
Target Audience: DMH Admin Loggers

The recorded webinar from Sep 21 is now available.
2021
Sep 17

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Sep 17 is now available.
2021
Sep 16

COVID-19 Information and Resources for Individuals, Families and Caregivers

This lunch and learn webinar for individuals, families, and caregivers will provide current information and resources about COVID-19 information and resources to support them in making individualized decisions during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
  • Leslie DeGroat RN, State Clinical Coordinator
  • Mary Turner, Director of UMKC Missouri Family to Family
Target Audience: Individuals, Family Members, Caregivers and any interested stakeholders

The recorded webinar from Sep 16 is now available.
2021
Sep 15

1st Annual Oversight RN Webinar Afternoon Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities Clinical Operations Team is hosting the first annual webinar for the nurses working in the community with provider agencies. This webinar will offer educational opportunities, a support system, and resources.

There will be an hour break for lunch from 12:00pm - 1:00pm.

Presenter(s):
  • Tricia Parker, RN, Community Health and Wellness Coordinator
  • Leslie DeGroat, RN, DD Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Oversight RNs from provider agencies and other stakeholders

The recorded webinar from Sep 15 is now available.
2021
Sep 15

1st Annual Oversight RN Webinar Morning Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities Clinical Operations Team is hosting the first annual webinar for the nurses working in the community with provider agencies. This webinar will offer educational opportunities, a support system, and resources.

There will be an hour break for lunch from 12:00pm - 1:00pm.

Presenter(s):
  • Tricia Parker, RN, Community Health and Wellness Coordinator
  • Leslie DeGroat, RN, DD Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Oversight RNs from provider agencies and other stakeholders

The recorded webinar from Sep 15 is now available.
2021
Sep 15

COVID-19 Monitoring Guidance Question/Answer Session

Join Deputy Division Director, Wendy Witcig, for a Monitoring Guidance question and answer session.

Updated Monitoring Guidance is available for review at: https://dmh.mo.gov/media/pdf/monitoring-guidance

Presenter(s):
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Division Director
Target Audience: Providers, state staff, and all other interested individuals
2021
Sep 10

COVID-19 Impact on I/DD Population

Dr. Kristin Sohl, MD, FAAP, will be speaking about COVID-19 and the vulnerability within the I/DD population as well as how to stay safe. There will be a 15 minute question/answer session following the presentation.

Dr. Sohl is a Professor of Clinical Child Health at the University of Missouri, Executive Director of ECHO Autism and scientific Advisor for the National Institutes of Neurologic Disorders and Stroke, and Medical Director for MU Missouri Telehealth Network and the MU Office of Continuing Medical Education. She is a pediatrician with extensive experience in medical diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of children with a concern of autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. She is also the President of the Missouri Chapter of American Academy of Pediatrics.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Dr. Sohl, Professor of Clinical Child Health at the University of Missouri
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Stakeholders, and all other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Sep 10 is now available.
2021
Sep 09

COVID-19 Information and Resources for Support Coordinators

This one-hour webinar will provide Support Coordinators with a COVID-19 Toolkit designed for individuals, families, and caregivers. The toolkit can be used to support individualized decision making during the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Presenter(s):
  • Carrie Williams, TCM TAC State Lead
  • Leslie DeGroat RN, State Clinical Coordinator
  • Julie Reynolds, UMKC Institute for Human Development, No Wrong Door
Target Audience: Contracted and State Support Coordinators, TCM TACs, and any other individuals

The recorded webinar from Sep 09 is now available.
2021
Sep 08

Champions of Employment: Addressing Questions about Benefits

The Division of Developmental Disabilities hosts monthly webinars for Support Coordinators to discuss employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. Theses monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 - 2:30.

This month’s topic will provide messaging to individuals that they do not have to choose between working and benefits.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Nicole Brady, KCRO Support Coordinator
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and interested others

The recorded webinar from Sep 08 is now available.
2021
Sep 03

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Sep 03 is now available.
2021
Aug 20

COVID-19 Vaccination Town Hall

The Division of Developmental Disabilities, in partnership with StationMD, is hosting a COVID-19 Vaccination Town Hall. This Town Hall will be offered on two dates with the same content being provided at each session. In addition to key facts about the vaccines and the latest information on COVID-19 and it’s variants, participants will have the opportunity to ask the doctors’ questions via the WebEx chat function.

Presenter(s):
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
  • Dr. Deven Unadkat, Chief Medical Officer, StationMD
Target Audience: Service and case management providers, state staff, all interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Aug 20 is now available.
2021
Aug 20

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Aug 20 is now available.
2021
Aug 19

Behavior Support Review Committee Informational Town Hall

The Tier 3 team will provide a brief refresher of the Behavior Support Review Committee’s purpose and how it operates. Specifically the team will cover recent developments to make the committee statewide and incorporate new requirements outlined in 9 CSR 45 3.090 and Guideline #84. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.

Presenter(s):
  • Lucas Evans, Chief Behavior Analyst
  • Melantha Witherspoon Eastern Area Behavior Analyst
  • Rita Cooper Western Area Behavior Analyst
  • Rod Keown, Eastern Area Intensive Systems Consultant
  • Robert Smith, Central Area Intensive Systems Consultant
  • Kay Hamblin Western Area Intensive Systems Consultant
Target Audience: Residential Providers, Community Behavior Analysts, Service Coordinators, Guardians, and other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Aug 19 is now available.
2021
Aug 17

COVID-19 Vaccination Town Hall

The Division of Developmental Disabilities, in partnership with StationMD, is hosting a COVID-19 Vaccination Town Hall. This Town Hall will be offered on two dates with the same content being provided at each session. In addition to key facts about the vaccines and the latest information on COVID-19 and it’s variants, participants will have the opportunity to ask the doctors’ questions via the WebEx chat function.

Presenter(s):
  • Dr. Angeline Stanislaus, DMH Chief Medical Director
  • Dr. Deven Unadkat, Chief Medical Officer, StationMD
Target Audience: Service and case management providers, state staff, all interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Aug 17 is now available.
2021
Aug 12

Statewide Provider Informational Meeting

The Division invites you to our first bi-annual statewide meeting! Come receive statewide data and other essential information from Tiered Supports, Provider Relations, Quality Assurance and Inquiry Coordination. The meeting will include updates on Division Initiatives such as Assistive Technology and Employment as well as provider recognition. These bi-annual meetings replace provider regional meetings during the first and third quarter of the fiscal year. Regional Offices will continue to provide data specific to their areas during the other two quarters.

Presenter(s):
  • Wanda Crocker, Provider Relations State Lead
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division Staff, any stakeholder interested

The recorded webinar from Aug 12 is now available.
2021
Aug 11

Champions of Employment: Creating Comfort in Exploring Employment

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a series of monthly webinars designed to engage Support Coordinators in thought-provoking exercises to help propel employment opportunities for individuals the Division serves. Theses monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30 - 2:30. 

This month’s topic will focus on how Support Coordinators can assist parents and other family members experiencing concerns about their loved one working. Support Coordinators will hear parents’ perspectives and the support they needed.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Stephanie Helmig, Parent
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Aug 11 is now available.
2021
Aug 06

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Aug 06 is now available.
2021
Jul 16

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Jul 16 is now available.
2021
Jul 14

Champions of Employment: Addressing Transportation Solutions (Part 2)

This month’s topic is the second in a two-part series focusing on transportation. Guest speaker, David Hoff, from UMASS Boston’s Institute for Community Inclusion and Project Director for Employment First Missouri, will be taking Support Coordinators on a discussion of how to help support individuals in addressing any transportation barriers they might have.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities.
  • David Hoff, Program Director, UMASS Boston’s Institute for Community Inclusion and Program Director for Employment First Missouri
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and interested others

The recorded webinar from Jul 14 is now available.
2021
Jul 13

Organizational Efficiency Provider Relations Changes

This webinar will explain the structural and functional changes and improvements being made to the existing Provider Relations Unit and how those changes promote a more efficient and consistent experience.

Presenter(s):
  • Wanda Crocker, Provider Relations State Lead
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division Staff, any stakeholder interested

The recorded webinar from Jul 13 is now available.
2021
Jun 25

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides monthly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Monthly Webinar Question in the subject line.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Jun 25 is now available.
2021
Jun 15

Behavior Supports Update

This webinar will provide information regarding the changes to 9 CSR 45-3.090 Behavior Supports effective July 1, 2021. Presenters will discuss the changes to utilization of a seclusion time-out (or safe-room) procedure which requires prior approval from a Chief Behavior Analyst.

Presenter(s):
  • Teresa Rodgers, Chief Behavior Analyst
Target Audience: Providers, TCM Entities, Division staff and any other interested individuals
2021
Jun 09

Champions of Employment: Exploring Transportation Options

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a series of monthly webinars designed to engage Support Coordinators in thought-provoking exercises to help propel employment opportunities for individuals receiving services. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30-2:30.



This month’s topic will be the first in a two-part series focusing on transportation. Guest speakers from MO Rides and the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority will be presenting on finding available transportation options, understanding public transportation including para transit, and tips for accessing needed accommodations.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialists with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Steven Taylor, Employment First Specialists with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and other interested individuals
2021
Jun 08

Community Living Coordinator Structure Changes

The Community Living Coordination team has been working on structure changes to increase efficiency, including a transition to the Tier 2 Risk Prevention team. Please join us to discuss how this impacts your area, who points of contact are, and our shared caseload plan.

Presenter(s):
  • Rhiannon Evans, MS, BCBA Risk Prevention (CLC) State Lead
  • Carl Hoeninger Eastern Area Risk Prevention (CLC) Lead
  • Nicole Jones Western Area Risk Prevention (CLC) Lead
  • Rachael Osterling Central Area Risk Prevention (CLC) Lead
Target Audience: TCMs, Support Coordinators, and Division Team Members

The recorded webinar from Jun 08 is now available.
2021
May 28

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from May 28 is now available.
2021
May 18

Benefits Planning Stipends – Building Provider Capacity

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is building capacity of qualified service providers of Benefits Planning in an effort to meet the needs of waiver recipients exploring employment and career pathways. This session will provide an overview of the credentialing process and protocol for accessing a stipend to support capacity building efforts.

Presenter(s):
  • Duane Shumate, State Coordinator of Employment and Community Engagement
Target Audience: Program managers and supervisors of provider agencies who would like to offer the Benefits Planning service definition

The recorded webinar from May 18 is now available.
2021
May 14

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Jess Bax, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from May 14 is now available.
2021
May 12

Champions of Employment: Tips for Navigating Employment Supports

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a series of monthly webinars designed to engage Support Coordinators in thought-provoking exercises to help propel employment opportunities for individuals receiving services. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30-2:30.

This month’s topic will center on waiver funded employment supports. The Division’s Employment First Specialists will provide participants with an overview of the waiver funded employment services, focusing on tips for identifying potential candidates who would benefit from these services and strategies for getting requests for these services approved.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Steven Taylor, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and other interested individuals
2021
May 05

Transfers To and From the Information Specialist System

This webinar will provide a detailed description of possible scenarios of when an individual can transfer in and out of the Information Specialist system.

Presenter(s):
  • Matt Waggoner, Information Specialist Statewide Lead
Target Audience: DMH and TCM Support Coordinators and other interested individuals
2021
Apr 30

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Val Huhn, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Apr 30 is now available.
2021
Apr 16

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Val Huhn, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Apr 16 is now available.
2021
Apr 14

Champions of Employment: Finding Solutions during the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a series of monthly webinars designed to engage Support Coordinators in thought-provoking exercises to help propel employment opportunities for individuals receiving services. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30-2:30.

This month’s topic will focus on exploring technology. David Baker, from Missouri Assistive Technology, will provide participants with an overview of assistive technology, tips for exploring technological solutions, highlight a few apps, and share insights into accessing MO-AT’s loan program.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Steven Taylor, Employment First Specialists with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Apr 14 is now available.
2021
Apr 06

BinaxNOW Webinar

The MO Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) is presenting a webinar for DMH contracted service providers interested in the BinaxNOW testing option available through DHSS. The webinar will highlight the requirements for agencies to access this testing option. Additional information regarding BinaxNOW testing requirements as well as Home and Community Based Service providers testing is available on the DHSS website.


The recorded webinar from Apr 06 is now available.
2021
Apr 02

Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides bi-weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers.

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include Bi-Weekly Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Val Huhn, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Apr 02 is now available.
2021
Mar 30

Enhanced Staffing Review Pilot – Findings, Implications, and New Directions

This event will provide participants and interested parties an overview of the findings from the Enhanced Staffing Review Pilot. Additionally, implications for next steps will be discussed.

Presenter(s):
  • Lucas Evans, Central Area Behavior Analyst
  • Dr. Terri Rodgers, Chief Behavior Analyst
  • Rita Cooper, Western Area Behavior Analyst
Target Audience: Provider, TCM, and Regional Office staff that participated in the pilot (Central Missouri, Joplin, and Springfield Regions), and other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Mar 30 is now available.
2021
Mar 22

Leading by Your Values

Tiered Support Agencies define expectations and use values-based leadership skills through a combination of modeling, supporting, and recognizing the efforts of those around you. This webinar will discuss how your personal values connect to the values of your organization, and just how far reaching your organizational values can go.

Presenter(s):
  • Cana Poteet, Agency Tiered Support Lead
  • Kathleen Deppeler, Statewide Positive Supports Coordinator
Target Audience: Provider Agencies—behavioral, residential, support coordination, etc. and other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Mar 22 is now available.
2021
Mar 19

Division of Developmental Disabilities COVID-19 Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers and COVID-19. 

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include COVID-19 Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Val Huhn, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Mar 19 is now available.
2021
Mar 10

Champions of Employment: Strategies to Achieve Success & Overcome Barriers

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a series of monthly webinars designed to engage Support Coordinators in thought-provoking exercises to help propel employment opportunities for individuals receiving services. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30-2:30.

This month’s webinar includes two Support Coordinators from northern Missouri sharing their experiences of coordinating employment supports for individuals on their case load. Hear about the barriers they experienced, how they got past these barriers, tools and strategies they used, and the outcome of their efforts.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Steven Taylor, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Mar 10 is now available.
2021
Mar 05

Division of Developmental Disabilities COVID-19 Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers and COVID-19. 

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include COVID-19 Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Val Huhn, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Mar 05 is now available.
2021
Mar 03

Behavior Support Review Committee Training Series

Topics—Brings together all elements in a practical application, example of using the checklist and the elements of the checklist.

This three part training series will prepare behavioral professionals to sit as active members on the Division’s Behavior Support Review Committee. The goal of the series is to ensure that individuals have the least restrictive strategies and an improved quality of life. These sessions will be interactive requiring computers and active participation. Attendees meeting participation criteria – active responding, focused participation and attendance at all three events will be eligible for three BCBA ACE Type 2 continuing education units. 

Presenter(s):
  • Melantha Witherspoon, Eastern Region Area Behavior Analyst
  • Lucas Evans, Central Region Area Behavior Analyst
  • Rita Cooper, Western Region Area Behavior Analyst
Target Audience: Current Behavior Professionals sitting on the Behavior Support Review Committee and other interested Behavior Professionals

The recorded webinar from Mar 03 is now available.
2021
Feb 24

Behavior Support Review Committee Training Series

Topics—Continuation of Behavior Support Plan checklist.

This three part training series will prepare behavioral professionals to sit as active members on the Division’s Behavior Support Review Committee. The goal of the series is to ensure that individuals have the least restrictive strategies and an improved quality of life. These sessions will be interactive requiring computers and active participation. Attendees meeting participation criteria – active responding, focused participation and attendance at all three events will be eligible for three BCBA ACE Type 2 continuing education units. 

Presenter(s):
  • Melantha Witherspoon, Eastern Region Area Behavior Analyst
  • Lucas Evans, Central Region Area Behavior Analyst
  • Rita Cooper, Western Region Area Behavior Analyst
Target Audience: Current Behavior Professionals sitting on the Behavior Support Review Committee and other interested Behavior Professionals

The recorded webinar from Feb 24 is now available.
2021
Feb 22

Coaching for Growth

This webinar will provide an overview on the benefits of establishing a formal coaching system, information about how to develop a formal coaching system, and a brief overview of a tool to develop a coaching system framework. 

Presenter(s):
  • Nicole Jones, Agency Tiered Support Consultant
  • Chad Reyes, Agency Tiered Support Consultant
Target Audience: Providers, TCMs, state staff and others interested in learning about this topic.

The recorded webinar from Feb 22 is now available.
2021
Feb 19

Division of Developmental Disabilities COVID-19 Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers and COVID-19. 

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include COVID-19 Webinar Question in the subject line.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Val Huhn, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Feb 19 is now available.
2021
Feb 17

Behavior Support Review Committee Training Series

Topics—Overview, evolution, and current process of the Behavior Support Review Committee; Behavior Support Plan checklist and Individual Support Plan checklist.

This three part training series will prepare behavioral professionals to sit as active members on the Division’s Behavior Support Review Committee. The goal of the series is to ensure that individuals have the least restrictive strategies and an improved quality of life. These sessions will be interactive requiring computers and active participation. Attendees meeting participation criteria – active responding, focused participation and attendance at all three events will be eligible for three BCBA ACE Type 2 continuing education units. 

Presenter(s):
  • Melantha Witherspoon, Eastern Region Area Behavior Analyst
  • Lucas Evans, Central Region Area Behavior Analyst
  • Rita Cooper, Western Region Area Behavior Analyst
Target Audience: Current Behavior Professionals sitting on the Behavior Support Review Committee and other interested Behavior Professionals

The recorded webinar from Feb 17 is now available.
2021
Feb 10

Champions of Employment: Finding Solutions during the COVID-19 Pandemic

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a series of monthly webinars designed to engage Support Coordinators in thought-provoking exercises to help propel employment opportunities for individuals receiving services. These monthly webinars are held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 1:30-2:30.

This month’s webinar focuses on strategies and resources that have been successful in getting individuals to explore employment during the pandemic. TCM providers will share how they have had success in getting people interested in pursuing employment options during this past year.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Steven Taylor, Employment First Specialist with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Feb 10 is now available.
2021
Feb 05

Division of Developmental Disabilities COVID-19 Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers and COVID-19. 

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include COVID-19 Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Val Huhn, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Feb 05 is now available.
2021
Jan 22

Division of Developmental Disabilities COVID-19 Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers and COVID-19. 

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include COVID-19 Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Val Huhn, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Jan 22 is now available.
2021
Jan 13

Champions of Employment—The Struggle for Employment During COVID-19: Personal Experiences of Individuals & Service Providers

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a series of monthly webinars designed to engage Support Coordinators in thought-provoking exercises to help propel employment opportunities for individuals receiving services. These monthly webinars will be held the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 9:00-10:00.

This month’s topic will focus on experiences during this pandemic. Hear examples of how the pandemic has affected individuals with disabilities wanting to work during this time, the agencies providing employment supports, and the job market.

Presenter(s):
  • Sandy Keyser, Employment First Specialists with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
  • Steven Taylor, Employment First Specialists with the Division of Developmental Disabilities
Target Audience: Support Coordinators and other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Jan 13 is now available.
2021
Jan 08

Division of Developmental Disabilities COVID-19 Updates and Question/Answer Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities provides weekly webinars with timely updates and answers to questions regarding health and safety information as it pertains to community service providers and COVID-19. 

Questions may be submitted prior to the webinar via email to ddmail@dmh.mo.gov. Please include COVID-19 Webinar Question in the subject line.

Presenter(s):
  • Val Huhn, Division Director
  • Wendy Witcig, Deputy Director-Community Operations
  • Angie Brenner, Deputy Director-Administration
  • Leslie Bradley, Director-Federal Programs
  • Kim Stock, Director-Quality Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals

The recorded webinar from Jan 08 is now available.