2024
Virtual Coaching - Feedback
Virtual Coaching is an ideal training for organizational coaches, supervisors, and leadership who want to implement best practice coaching systems.
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing important coaching skills. Each session will focus on one of the following topics:
• Positive/negative observations
• Providing performance feedback to staff
• Utilizing competency checklists
• Performing shared observations
• Practicing Tools of Choice skills
Prior to the webinar, please review the following videos:
• Coaching: Supervising Using Best Practices
• Data Collection – Positive: Negative Observations
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Coaching Supervisor
- Maslyn Allen, Positive Support Coach
- Finn Roberts, Positive Support Coach
- Sarah Vanderslice, Positive Support Coach
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about enhancing their organizational coaching system
Tools for Everyone 8/21/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Virtual Coaching - Competency
Virtual Coaching is an ideal training for organizational coaches, supervisors, and leadership who want to implement best practice coaching systems.
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing important coaching skills. Each session will focus on one of the following topics:
• Positive/negative observations
• Providing performance feedback to staff
• Utilizing competency checklists
• Performing shared observations
• Practicing Tools of Choice skills
Prior to the webinar, please review the following videos:
• Coaching: Supervising Using Best Practices
• Data Collection – Positive: Negative Observations
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Coaching Supervisor
- Maslyn Allen, Positive Support Coach
- Finn Roberts, Positive Support Coach
- Sarah Vanderslice, Positive Support Coach
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about enhancing their organizational coaching system
Tools for Everyone 8/15/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Virtual Coaching - Positive/Negative Observations
Virtual Coaching is an ideal training for organizational coaches, supervisors, and leadership who want to implement best practice coaching systems.
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing important coaching skills. Each session will focus on one of the following topics:
• Positive/negative observations
• Providing performance feedback to staff
• Utilizing competency checklists
• Performing shared observations
• Practicing Tools of Choice skills
Prior to the webinar, please review the following videos:
• Coaching: Supervising Using Best Practices
• Data Collection – Positive: Negative Observations
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Coaching Supervisor
- Maslyn Allen, Positive Support Coach
- Finn Roberts, Positive Support Coach
- Sarah Vanderslice, Positive Support Coach
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about enhancing their organizational coaching system
Tier 2 Quarterly Updates
Join Tier 2 staff for this Quarterly Update to learn what's new in Tier 2. The webinar will provide updated information regarding workshops, podcasts, latest products, and highlight risk prevention strategies.
Presenter(s): - Tiffany Sample, Tier 2 Central Area Risk Prevention Consultant
Target Audience: Division Team Members, Targeted Case Management Providers, Service Providers
Virtual Coaching Series - Shared Observations
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing interaction data collection, providing performance feedback, utilizing competency checklists, performing shared observations, and specific Tools of Choice skills.
This opportunity is ideal for agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership who want to implement best practice coaching systems.
Prior to the webinar, please review the following videos:
• Coaching: Supervising Using Best Practices
• Data Collection – Positive: Negative Observations
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Coaching Supervisor
- Maslyn Allen, Positive Support Coach
- Finn Roberts, Positive Support Coach
- Nicole Swinger, Positive Support Coach
- Sarah Vanderslice, Positive Support Coach
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about enhancing their organizational coaching system
Tools for Everyone 7/30/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Virtual Coaching Series - Tools of Choice Skills Practice
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing interaction data collection, providing performance feedback, utilizing competency checklists, performing shared observations, and specific Tools of Choice skills.
This opportunity is ideal for agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership who want to implement best practice coaching systems.
Prior to the webinar, please review the following videos:
• Coaching: Supervising Using Best Practices
• Data Collection – Positive: Negative Observations
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Coaching Supervisor
- Maslyn Allen, Positive Support Coach
- Finn Roberts, Positive Support Coach
- Nicole Swinger, Positive Support Coach
- Sarah Vanderslice, Positive Support Coach
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about enhancing their organizational coaching system
Tools for Everyone 7/24/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tools for Everyone 7/18/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates - 7/12/24
The Division provides monthly webinars with timely updates and information for all stakeholders and partners.
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, Division Deputy Director-Administration
- Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Leslie DeGroat RN, Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Service providers, TCM entities, Division team members, individuals, families, and all interested stakeholders/partners
Variance Reporting Updates for Individualized Supported Living
This webinar will review the Variance Reporting requirements and introduce the new REDCap system designed to streamline the reporting process. Instruction on how to use REDCap will also be provided.
Presenter(s): - Holly Reiff, Director of Provider Relations
Target Audience: All Individualized Supported Living community providers, Support Coordinators, Regional Office Staff
Virtual Coaching Series: Competency Observations
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing interaction data collection, providing performance feedback, utilizing competency checklists, performing shared observations, and specific Tools of Choice skills.
This opportunity is ideal for agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership who want to implement best practice coaching systems.
Prior to the webinar, please review the following videos:
• Coaching: Supervising Using Best Practices
• Data Collection – Positive: Negative Observations
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Coaching Supervisor
- Maslyn Allen, Positive Support Coach
- Finn Roberts, Positive Support Coach
- Nicole Swinger, Positive Support Coach
- Sarah Vanderslice, Positive Support Coach
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about enhancing their organizational coaching system
Tools for Everyone 7/10/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Virtual Coaching Series: Positive/Negative Observations
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing interaction data collection, providing performance feedback, utilizing competency checklists, performing shared observations, and specific Tools of Choice skills.
This opportunity is ideal for agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership who want to implement best practice coaching systems.
Prior to the webinar, please review the following videos:
• Coaching: Supervising Using Best Practices
• Data Collection – Positive: Negative Observations
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Coaching Supervisor
- Maslyn Allen, Positive Support Coach
- Finn Roberts, Positive Support Coach
- Nicole Swinger, Positive Support Coach
- Sarah Vanderslice, Positive Support Coach
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about enhancing their organizational coaching system
Tools for Everyone 7/2/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
MO DDD & You: Disaster Preparedness
This 30-minutes lunch and learn style webinar will focus on the importance of planning and being prepared before a disaster or emergency happens. Participants will hear about the work being done by the Department of Mental Health’s Office of Disaster Services to help people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, support staff, and service providers create detailed emergency plans to have in place. This webinar will highlight comprehensive guides that are available to assist with the planning process.
Presenter(s): - Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
- Debra Hendricks, DD Preparedness Coordinator, Office of Disaster Services
Target Audience: Families/caregivers, individuals/self-advocates, and other interested stakeholders
Tools for Everyone - 6/25/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tools for Everyone - 6/18/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates - 6/14/24
The Division provides monthly webinars with timely updates and information for all stakeholders and partners.
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, Division Deputy Director-Administration
- Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Leslie DeGroat RN, Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Service providers, TCM entities, Division team members, individuals, families, and all interested stakeholders/partners
Tools for Everyone - 6/13/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tools for Everyone - 5/30/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
MO DDD & You: DD Health Home - Exploring Allison’s Journey
During this 30-minute lunch and learn webinar, participants will hear an update about the Division of DD’s Health Home initiative. Participants will hear what Health Home services do, review who is eligible to participate in Health Home services, and hear about the new resource video “Allison’s Journey.”
Presenter(s): - Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families State Lead
- Leslie Bradley, Federal Programs Unit
- Donna Siebeneck, Federal Programs Unit
- Cory McMahon, Constituent Specialist
Target Audience: individuals/self-advocates, family members/caregivers, support coordinators, Division and Regional Office staff, and other interested stakeholders
Tools for Everyone - 5/21/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)
Agencies will learn about how they can enroll in the Mileage Reimbursement Program for NEMT and be directly reimbursed for transporting individuals receiving Residential and Shared Living Services to their medical appointments.
Presenter(s): - Juanita Blackmon, Educator with Medical Transportation Management, Inc
Target Audience: Residential Service Providers; other interested individuals
Tier 3 Information Meeting
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team hosts a monthly informational meeting. This month’s meeting includes the introduction of the Division’s new Chief Behavior Analyst, Dr. Timothy Weil. In addition, updates will be provided on prohibited practice and behavior support review committee processes, and training and development opportunities.
Presenter(s): - Dr. Timothy Weil – Chief Behavior Analyst
- Melantha Witherspoon – Eastern Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Cindy Hanebrink – Eastern Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Syn McDonald – Central Region Area Behavior
- Chad Reyes – Central Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Rita Cooper, Western Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Kay Hamblin – Western Region Intensive Systems Consultant
Target Audience: Support Coordinators, Providers, Guardians and other interested stakeholders
HCBS Self-Directed Services Rate Study Stakeholder Meeting #2
At the upcoming May meeting, the Division and Mercer will summarize the stakeholder feedback that was collected since the initial meeting, explain how that informed the rate study process, present the rate study findings, and collect feedback
The Division of Developmental Disabilities engaged Mercer to conduct a rate study for Intellectual Disabilities/Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD) 1915(c) waiver Self-Directed Services. On November 30, 2023, the Division and Mercer held an initial Self-Directed Services Rate Study stakeholder meeting to explain the rate study process, describe key rate study considerations, and collect stakeholder feedback.
Presenter(s): - Melody Rosen, Mercer Senior Associate
- Katie Olecik, Mercer Partner
- Jessica Bax, Division Director
- Wendy Witcig, Assistant Division Director-Community Operations
- Angela Brenner, Assistant Division Director-Administration
- Wanda Crocker, Director of Provider Relations
- Emily Luebbering, Director of Federal Programs
- Tanner Stephenson, Director of Self-Directed Services
- Amy Volkart, Program Manager, Medicaid & Reimbursement Unit
Target Audience: Individuals Utilizing Division of Developmental Disabilities Self-Directed Services and their Designated Representatives, Other Interested Individuals
No webinar, presentation, or transcript available at this time.
Utilization Review Changes and Updates
This webinar will provide an overview of the new Planning and Utilization Review Tool and review the changes announced on April 29, 2024. Additionally, the meeting will include clarifications on commonly asked questions. Time will be available for open discussion and questions.
Presenter(s): - Wanda Crocker, Assistant Deputy Director
Target Audience: TCM Entities and Division team members involved in the Utilization Review process
Tools for Everyone - 5/15/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates - 5/10/24
The Division provides monthly webinars with timely updates and information for all stakeholders and partners.
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, Division Deputy Director-Administration
- Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Leslie DeGroat RN, Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Service providers, TCM entities, Division team members, individuals, families, and all interested stakeholders/partners
Supporting People with Complex Needs through Tiered Supports
Missouri Tiered Supports is implemented by the Department of Mental Health based on a public health model created by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). This model supports the health of an entire population of people by providing a continuum of supports that are layered on top of one another as a person's needs increase. Learn more about how structuring supports by tiers relates to individuals, strategies, and organizations as a whole.
Presenter(s): - Nicole Jones, Director of Risk Prevention
- Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Wendy Witcig, Deputy Division Director
Target Audience: Service Providers, support coordinators, DMH team members
Tools for Everyone - 5/1/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tier 2 Quarterly Updates
Join Tier 2 Team for this Quarterly Update to learn what's new in Tier 2. The webinar will provide updated information regarding workshops, podcasts, latest products, and highlight risk prevention strategies.
Presenter(s): - Tiffany Sample: Tier 2 Central Area Risk Prevention Consultant
Target Audience: Division Team Members, Targeted Case Management Providers, Service Providers
Tools for Everyone - 4/24/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
MO DDD & You: Learn About Missouri Alliance for Dual Diagnosis (MOADD)
This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on the Missouri Alliance for Dual Diagnosis (MOADD). Participants will hear an overview of MOADD, collaborative efforts to support individuals with a behavioral health and intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) dual diagnosis, and the virtual interactive learning opportunities available through the MOADD ECHO sessions.
Presenter(s): - Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
- Amber Stockreef, Interdivisional Children’s Services Coordinator
Target Audience: Families/caregivers, individuals/self-advocates, and other interested stakeholders
Tools for Everyone - 4/17/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates - 4/12/24
The Division provides monthly webinars with timely updates and information for all stakeholders and partners.
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, Division Deputy Director-Administration
- Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Leslie DeGroat RN, Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Service providers, TCM entities, Division team members, individuals, families, and all interested stakeholders/partners
Tools for Everyone - 4/11/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tools for Everyone - 4/2/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
MO DDD & You: Let’s Talk About the Missouri Quality Outcomes (MOQO)
This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will provide an overview of the Missouri Quality Outcomes and opportunity for stakeholder discussion. Participants will learn how the MOQOs are used, MOQO reports, and the need for stakeholder review and input on the Supporting Families report.
Presenter(s): - Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
- Caitlin Bartley, NCI Project Coordinator
Target Audience: Families/caregivers, individuals/self-advocates, and other interested stakeholders
Prohibited Practice Training - Module 4 - General Approach to Fading Prohibited Practice
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team is providing training on the importance of fading prohibited practices and steps to fading these practices.
Prohibited practices and related information is outlined in 9 CSR 45-3.090.
Webinar Limit: 30 Participants
Presenter(s): - Melantha Witherspoon – Eastern Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Cindy Hanebrink – Eastern Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Syn McDonald – Central Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Chad Reyes – Central Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Rita Cooper – Western Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Kay Hamblin – Western Region Intensive Systems Consultant
Target Audience: TCMs, Providers, Regional office staff and other interested parties
Tools for Everyone - 3/20/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Prohibited Practices Training Module 3 —Increasing Communication
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team is providing training on the basics of communication as it relates to Prohibited Practices.
Prohibited practices and related information is outlined in 9 CSR 45-3.090
Presenter(s): - Melantha Witherspoon – Eastern Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Cindy Hanebrink – Eastern Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Syn McDonald – Central Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Chad Reyes – Central Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Rita Cooper – Western Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Kay Hamblin – Western Region Intensive Systems Consultant
Target Audience: TCMs, Providers, Regional office staff and other interested parties
Health Risk Screening Process Office Hours
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is hosting a series of Health Risk Screening Process office hours specifically for targeted case management providers. Each session will be focused on a specific aspect of the Process.
Statewide Provider Meeting
The Division invites all stakeholders to attend the bi-annual Statewide Provider Meeting. Attendees will receive statewide data and other essential information from Fiscal, Federal Programs, Tiered Supports, Provider Relations, Quality Assurance, Self-Directed Supports, and Targeted Case Management Technical Assistance Coordinators.
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): - Rachelle Moffat, Quality Programs Specialist State Lead
- Jaclyn Heitman, Business Office Lead
- Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
- Emily Luebbering, Director of Federal Programs
- Leslie Bradley, Federal Programs
- Miranda Robinett, Director of Licensure and Certification
- Holly Reiff, Provider Relations Director
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division Staff, Interested Stakeholders
Tools for Everyone - 3/14/24
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on the implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour introductory training is open to community members, parents, and professionals. It covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as: What is behavior, building positive relationships, and how to increase desirable behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
- Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Prohibited Practices Modules 1 & 2 Training—What They Are and What to do About Them
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team is providing training on the basics of Prohibited Practices and what teams should consider when seeking help and support to address the use of Prohibited Practices.
Prohibited practices and related information is outlined in 9 CSR 45-3.090
Presenter(s): - Melantha Witherspoon – Eastern Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Cindy Hanebrink – Eastern Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Syn McDonald – Central Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Chad Reyes – Central Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Rita Cooper – Western Region Area Behavior Analyst
- Kay Hamblin – Western Region Intensive Systems Consultant
Target Audience: TCMs, Providers, Regional office staff and other interested parties
Division of Developmental Disabilities Updates - 3/8/24
The Division provides monthly webinars with timely updates and information for all stakeholders and partners.
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, Division Deputy Director-Administration
- Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Leslie DeGroat RN, Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Service providers, TCM entities, Division team members, individuals, families, and all interested stakeholders/partners
Comprehensive and Community Support Waiver Renewal Stakeholder Input Sessions
The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DD) Comprehensive and Community Support waivers expire June 30, 2026. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) requires the State to obtain public input during the development of a waiver renewal in accordance with 42 CFR 441.304(f).
The Division has started the renewals and is requesting input from stakeholders, individuals, family members, and providers on current waiver programs.
Presenter(s): - Jeanine Zlockie, NASDDDS Technical Assistance Team
- Emily Luebbering, DD Federal Programs Unit
Target Audience: Individuals, Families, Targeted Case Management and Service Providers, and any other interested stakeholders