Building Competencies and Confidence for
Working with Complex Children
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On-site parking lot. There will be staff on standby to help guide you.Contact
Jana WongOregon Alliance of Children's Programs
503.399.9076
jana@oregonalliance.org
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AGENDA AT A GLANCE
Understanding Running Behaviors
3 Hour Live Webinar
1-4pm
Introductions
Learning Objectives
- Gain understanding into why runaway behaviors are an option to at risk youth
- Learn about the risk factors and predictors of runaway behaviors
- Identify the occurrence of runway behaviors in youth and especially children in care
- Learn coping and behavior strategies that providers and parents can utilize with youth as proactive measures to prevent runaway behaviors
Understanding the Problem of Runaway Behaviors
Causes of Runaway Behaviors
Causes of Runaway Behaviors While in Care
First Time vs. Chronic Runaways
Risk Factors and Occurrence of Runaway Behavior
Warning Signs of Running Away
On the Run
Dangers of Running Away
Coping, Prevention & Interventions for Runaway Behavior
Coping for Parents
Prevention
Interventions
Interventions for Children with Cognitive Challenges
Preventing Chronic Runaway Behavior
Summary
Causes of Runaway Behaviors
Causes of Runaway Behaviors While in Care
First Time vs. Chronic Runaways
Risk Factors and Occurrence of Runaway Behavior
Warning Signs of Running Away
On the Run
Dangers of Running Away
Coping, Prevention & Interventions for Runaway Behavior
Coping for Parents
Prevention
Interventions
Interventions for Children with Cognitive Challenges
Preventing Chronic Runaway Behavior
Summary
PRESENTING:
Kathy Becker, Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions
Kathy A. Becker, current Senior Director for Nonprofit Solutions, Inc., (NSI) is a highly dedicated and motivated individual with a vast knowledge in all aspects of nonprofit management. Kathy graduated from University of Missouri, Columbia, Missouri with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture in 1987. She has since graduated from William Woods University, Fulton, Missouri with and MBA in 2013. Currently, Kathy is a member of the National Alliance Cohort for Residential Transformation, and has previously been a board member for the Kingdom of Callaway Chamber of Commerce. Kathy has directed multiple programs and participated in many volunteer and community activities, such as being a board member for the New Bloomfield RIII School District and the secretary/treasurer for the Missouri Coalition of Children's Agencies.
Kathy is skilled in program development, relationship building, strategic planning and organizational management. Of her years as a director, many of her accomplishments include: Researching new opportunities and writing applications for and grants as well as working with staff, board and stakeholders to receive and maintain national accreditation. Some other great successes over her years of hard work include producing a 41% increase in giving to the general fund of the Missouri Girls Town Foundation, Inc. Kingdom City, Missouri; as well as being responsible for raising 64% of Chapter's budget for Mid-Missouri Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, Columbia, Missouri.
Deanna Colahan, Mainstream Nonprofit Solutions
Deanna Colahan is a hardworking adoptive parent and previous foster parent. Graduating from Washburn University in 1994 with a Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Deanna continued on to start her career in child care as a Special Education Para for elementary children with autism and behavioral/emotional disorders in 2006. Currently, she is a part of Open Heart Outreach, Owner/Operator of Little Oaks daycare and is a member of Kansas Adoptive Advisory Council, (KAAC). As a former foster parent and takes pride in having a strong desire to support families who are on a hard road as they try to do what's best for the children.
As an advocate for foster parent and children's rights, Deanna writes that she is committed to helping people in her community regardless of their needs. Her family's goal is to not judge them or their situation but to give them respect and let them know that they matter. Her passions include being an adoptive parent, community resource and recognizing behaviors and knowing why they are presenting at certain times. In Deanna's own words, "I know what it's like to long for advice and wish for just one person that would just listen but understand what we were experiencing in our journey".
Who Should Attend?
Childcare staff, supervisors and foster parents who work in programs which contract with the Oregon Dept. of Human Services Child Welfare Division. This includes Behavioral Rehabilitation Service Programs, Proctor Foster Parents and Staff, Runaway and Homeless Youth Shelters.
Important Information:
A follow up email survey will be sent out following the training. Your response is required.
Class sizes are limited to 30, first come first serve on registration.
Watch for "wait lists" which may be posted.
*NOTE: Registrants are responsible for printing their own training materials, or bring an electronic device to access materials. No materials will be available at the training.
This training series is only offered to Oregon Child Welfare Providers.
Contact us for more information.