2023
Prohibited Practices Training
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
Tools of Choice - December 4
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
2023 HCBS Self-Directed Services Rate Study Stakeholder Meeting
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. The Division and Mercer will explain the rate study process, describe key rate study considerations, share the modeled rate ranges, and collect stakeholder feedback.
Presenter(s): - Melody Rosen, Mercer Senior Associate
- Katie Olecik, Mercer Partner
- Jessica Bax, Division Director
- Angela Brenner, Assistant Division Director-Administration
- Wendy Witcig, Assistant Division Director-Community Operations
- 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.
MO DDD & You: Family Coaching Workshops
This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will provide an overview of the free virtual Family Coaching Workshops. These sessions are designed to help parents and family caregivers recognize difficult behaviors and learn how to build more positive relationships with their child and family members.
Presenter(s): - Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
- Katherine Earll, Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Families/caregivers, individuals/self-advocates, and other interested stakeholders
Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Discussion
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is offering webinars for Personal Assistant Providers and EVV vendors. These webinars will provide updates and an open forum to answers questions regarding EVV issues, concerns, requirements, sending data, troubleshooting, etc. The upcoming EVV discussion may include: Accrual of minutes, comingling services, memo field and 85% goal for auto-verified visits. Additional webinar dates for 2024 are forthcoming
Presenter(s): - Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Shelly Summers, Federal Programs Unit
- Holly Reiff, Director- Provider Relations
- Darla Weekley, MMAC Provider Review Manager
- Terri Woodward, MHD Strategic Initiatives Manager
Target Audience: Division of Developmental Disabilities Personal Assistant Providers and EVV Vendors
Tier 3 Informational Meeting
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team hosts an Informational Meeting the last Monday of the month from 3:00-4:00 pm. This month will highlight the activities for next year. Updates will be given on the prohibited practice processes and the behavior support review committee processes and training and development. as well as other timely information.
Presenter(s): - Dr. Lucas Evans – 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: Individuals, Families, Caregivers, and other interested stakeholders
Tools of Choice - November 21
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
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, Division Deputy Director-Community Operations
- Angie Brenner, Division Deputy Director-Administration
- Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Leslie DeGroat RN, Clinical Coordinator
- Holly Reiff, Director- Provider Relations
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff Individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Tools of Choice - November 15
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Comprehensive Support Planning Tool
The Division of Developmental Disabilities, Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team is hosting training on a Comprehensive Support Planning Tool which can help team problem solve challenging situations, especially following critical incidents. Additionally the use of the tool meets the requirement for comprehensive planning outlined in 9 CSR 45-3.090. The Tear 3 team will describe how teams can use the tool to identify underlying issues that contribute to challenging situations and strategies to prevent/address these root issues. The goal of the tool is to examine the factors that may contribute to the problem, connect the events in a meaningful way so that the issues can be properly addressed and prevented from reoccurring or the situation from worsening.
Presenter(s): - Cindy Hanebrink – Eastern Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Chad Reyes – Central Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Kay Hamblin – Western Region Intensive Systems Consultant
- Rita Cooper – Western Region Area Behavior Analyst
Target Audience: Providers, Case Managers and Guardians
Tools for Choice - November 2
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tier 3 Informational Meeting
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team hosts an Informational Meeting the last Monday of the month from 3:00-4:00 pm. This month will focus on State Operated Programs. Additionally, there will be a focused update on future trainings. Updates will be given on the prohibited practice processes and the behavior support review committee processes as well as other timely information
Presenter(s): - Dr. Lucas Evans – 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
- Theresa Roberts - Coordinator for State Operated Behavior & Crisis Services
Target Audience: Targeted Case Management Providers, Residential Service Providers, and other Interested Individuals
Tier 2 Updates
This monthly Tier 2 updates provides current information regarding team updates, workgroups, workshops, risk prevention strategies and problem solving opportunities.
Presenter(s): - Rachael Osterling, Tier 2 Area Risk Prevention Lead
Target Audience: Division Team Members, Targeted Case Management Providers, Service Providers
MO DDD & You: Overview on the Master Plan on Aging in MO
This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will provide participants with an overview on the work currently being done for Missouri’s Master Plan on Aging. Mindy Ulstad, Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), will share information about the overall plan, the work taking place, and the need for input and feedback to help make Missouri’s plan comprehensive and inclusive.
Presenter(s): - Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
- Mindy Ulstad, Bureau of Senior Programs
Target Audience: Families/caregivers, individuals/self-advocates, support coordinators and other interested stakeholders
Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Discussion
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is offering webinars for Personal Assistant Providers and EVV vendors. These webinars will provide updates and an open forum to answers questions regarding EVV issues, concerns, requirements, sending data, troubleshooting, etc.
Presenter(s): - Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Shelly Summers, Federal Programs Unit
- Holly Reiff, Director- Provider Relations
Target Audience: Division of Developmental Disabilities Personal Assistant Providers and EVV Vendors
Safety Crisis Plans – The Basics for Everyone
Safety Crisis Plans (SCPs) are tools to help support people who have a history of challenging behavior or who meet risk thresholds. The Tier 3 Intensive Support Team will be hosting a hands-on workshop on October 24th from 9:30am – 12:00pm. Participants will hear a brief introduction to SCPs, along with information about the assessment process, mapping the crisis cycle and the SCP template. Participants will then have the opportunity to work with the Tier 3 Intensive Support Team to develop a SCP from a case study or from a specific case for a person they support.
Presenter(s): - 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: Individuals, Families, Caregivers, Targeted Case Managers and other interested stakeholders
Tools for Everyone - October 23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
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, Division Deputy Director-Community Operations
- Angie Brenner, Division Deputy Director-Administration
- Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Leslie DeGroat RN, Clinical Coordinator
- Holly Reiff, Director- Provider Relations
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff Individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Tools for Everyone - October 18
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
2023 Annual Residential Oversight RN Webinar
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Clinical Operations Team is hosting the 2023 annual webinar for the nurses working in the community with provider agencies. This webinar will offer educational opportunities, a support system, and resources. Presentation Topics: HRST, Station MD, Incident Management System, Infection control, Post Public Health Emergency (PHE), and Nursing Resources.
There will be a break from 12:00pm to 1:00pm.
Presenter(s): - Tricia Parker, BSN, RN, Community Health and Wellness Coordinator
- Leslie DeGroat, RN, DD Clinical Coordinator
- Dina Pizzurro-Smith, BSN, RN, CDDN, Director of Client Services, IntellectAbility
- Daleigh Talent, MSN, RN, CDDN, HRST Clinical Service Representative, IntellectAbility
- Mary Bennett, RN Specialist; Infection Prevention, MODHSS
- Carol Price-Guthrie, PHD, Sr. Dir, Waiver & Program Development, Station MD
- Laura Hammon, DMH DD, Event Reporting and Inquiry State Lead
Target Audience: Residential Oversight RNs from provider agencies and other stakeholders
To access the recorded training and receive a certificate of completion, log into the MODD Content Self-Registration portal. Search for the course titled 2023 Annual Residential Oversight RN Training. Additional portal information, including instructions for setting up an account and the portal link, is located on the Division’s education webpage under Relias Self-Registration Portals.
UDAT Lunch and Learn
This lunch and learn session will provide an overview of technology support services offered by Gray Matters Alliance. Participants will learn how these services help individuals live independently and safely while improving their quality of life through technology, remote support tools, and educational resources.
Presenter(s): - Shelly Brown, PR UDAT Lead and Gray Matters Alliance representative
- Vicki Spraul, Gray Matters Alliance President
- Aaron Milligan, Gray Matters Alliance Chief Technology Office
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Tools for Everyone - 10/5/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
MO DDD & You: Partners in Policymaking
This 30-minute lunch and learn style webinar will focus on the Partners in Policymaking leadership opportunity through the Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council (MODDC). Participants will hear details about the program, including who can participate, when it is held, and how to apply. Participants will also learn about some of the benefits former Partners graduates have experienced from their involvement in the leadership opportunity.
Presenter(s): - Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
- Stacy Morse, Program Coordinator
Target Audience: Families/caregivers, individuals/self-advocates, and other interested stakeholders
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): - JW Gibbs, Apprenticeship Development & Alignment Coordinator
- Lelia Hughes, Fiscal & Administrative Manager
- Carrie Williams, TCM-TAC Director
- Tanner Stephenson, Self-Directed Supports Director
- Cana Poteet Western Positive Support Consultant Lead
- Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
- Rachelle Moffat, Quality Programs Specialist State Lead
- Emily Luebbering, Director of Federal Programs
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division Staff, any stakeholder interested
Tools for Everyone - 9/20/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
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, Division Deputy Director - Community Operations
- Angie Brenner, Division Deputy Director - Administration
- Emily Luebbering, Director - Federal Programs
- Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
- Holly Reiff, Provider Relations
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff Individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Tools for Everyone - 9/14/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Virtual Coaching Workshop: Inter-observer agreement
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing interaction data collection, providing performance feedback, utilizing competency checklists, performing inter-observant agreements, and specific Tools of Choice skills.
This is ideal for agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership implementing best practice staff coaching systems.
Participants should review this webinar prior to the workshop: https://youtu.be/VmqLSewrh1M
and https://youtu.be/1D4v4d11k6Q
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Positive Supports Consultant Coaching Lead
Target Audience: agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership implementing best practice staff coaching systems
Tools for Everyone - 9/6/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Partnership for Hope Waiver 101
This webinar provided an overview of the Partnership for Hope Waiver including the purpose of the waiver, the services it provides, and the population it covers.
Presenter(s): - Ron Berg, DD Federal Programs Unit
Target Audience: Support Coordinators, Information Specialists, Technical Assistance Coordinators, Utilization Review Coordinators, and other Division staff
Community Support Waiver 101
This webinar provided an overview of the Community Support Waiver including the purpose of the waiver, the services it provides, and the population it covers.
Presenter(s): - Ron Berg, Federal Programs Unit
Comprehensive Waiver 101
This webinar and presentation provides individuals with an overview of the Comprehensive Waiver, including the purpose of the waiver, the services it provides, and the population it covers.
Presenter(s): - Ron Berg, Federal Programs Unit
Target Audience: Support coordinators, Information Specialists, Technical Assistance Coordinators, Utilization Review Coordinators, and other Division staff
Missouri's Children with Developmental Disabilities (MOCDD) Waiver
This webinar provided an overview of the Missouri’s Children with Developmental Disabilities (MOCDD) Waiver including the purpose of the waiver, the services it provides, and the population it covers.
Presenter(s): - Ron Berg, Federal Programs Unit
Virtual Coaching Workshop: Tools of Choice Skills
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing interaction data collection, providing performance feedback, utilizing competency checklists, performing inter-observant agreements, and specific Tools of Choice skills.
This is ideal for agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership implementing best practice staff coaching systems.
Participants should review this webinar prior to the workshop: https://youtu.be/VmqLSewrh1M
and https://youtu.be/1D4v4d11k6Q
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Positive Supports Consultant Coaching Lead
Target Audience: agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership implementing best practice staff coaching systems
Tools for Everyone - 8/30/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tier 3 Informational Meeting
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team hosts an Informational Meeting the last Monday of the month from 3:00-4:00 pm. This month the spotlight will be on the interface with the local law enforcement Crisis Intervention Team Program. There will be updates on future trainings, prohibited practice processes and behavior support review committee processes. Additional updates of other relevant information may also be provided. Please join the Tier 3 Team to learn about these updates.
Presenter(s): - Dr. Lucas Evans – 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: Individuals, Families, Caregivers, and other interested stakeholders
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, Division Deputy Director-Community Operations
- Angie Brenner, Division Deputy Director-Administration
- Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
- Leslie DeGroat RN, Clinical Coordinator
- Holly Reiff, Director- Provider Relations
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff Individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Tools for Everyone - 8/24/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Virtual Coaching Workshop: Practicing Feedback
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing interaction data collection, providing performance feedback, utilizing competency checklists, performing inter-observant agreements, and specific Tools of Choice skills.
This is ideal for agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership implementing best practice staff coaching systems.
Participants should review this webinar prior to the workshop: https://youtu.be/VmqLSewrh1M
and https://youtu.be/1D4v4d11k6Q
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Positive Supports Consultant Coaching Lead
Target Audience: agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership implementing best practice staff coaching systems
MO DDD & You: Supported Decision-Making: Supporting People to Make Choices
This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will provide information about helping people better understand issues, identify their options, and consider possible choices when making decisions. Participants will learn about tools that can be used to support people in the decision making process and help them reach their goals.
Presenter(s): - Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
- Jane St. John, LifeCourse Nexus, UMKC-IHD
Target Audience: Families/caregivers, individuals/self-advocates, and other interested stakeholders
Virtual Coaching Workshop: Positive Negative Interactions
Join the Positive Support Consultants in practicing interaction data collection, providing performance feedback, utilizing competency checklists, performing inter-observant agreements, and specific Tools of Choice skills.
This is ideal for agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership implementing best practice staff coaching systems.
Participants should review this webinar prior to the workshop: https://youtu.be/VmqLSewrh1M
and https://youtu.be/1D4v4d11k6Q
Presenter(s): - Katherine Earll, Positive Supports Consultant Coaching Lead
Target Audience: agency coaches, supervisors, and leadership implementing best practice staff coaching systems
Tools for Everyone - 8/16/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tools for Everyone - 8/10/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tools for Everyone - 8/2/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Tier 3 Informational Meeting
The Division of Developmental Disabilities Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team hosts an Informational Meeting the last Monday of the month from 3:00-4:00 pm. This month the spotlight will be on the wavier changes associate with behavior services There will be updates on future trainings, prohibited practice processes and behavior support review committee processes. Additional updates of other relevant information may also be provided. Please join the Tier 3 Team to learn about these updates.
Presenter(s): - Dr. Lucas Evans – 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: Individuals, Families, Caregivers, and other interested stakeholders
Tier 2 Updates
The Monthly Tier 2 Updates provides current information and problem-solving opportunities.
Presenter(s): - Rachael Osterling, Tier 2 Area Risk Prevention Lead
Target Audience: Division team members, TCMs, Service Providers
Tools for Everyone - 7/26/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
MO DDD & You: Overview of Self-Directed Supports Options
This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will provide an overview of the Division Self-Directed Supports (SDS) program. Participants will learn about the SDS option, including who can participate in SDS, responsibilities are for participation, what support is available, and more.
Presenter(s): - Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
- Tanner Stephenson, Director, Self-Directed Supports
Target Audience: Families/caregivers, individuals/self-advocates, and other interested stakeholders
Tools for Everyone - 7/20/23
Tools of Choice is an evidence-based program focused on competency and implementation of universal positive practices. This two-hour training is open to community members, parents, and professionals, and covers key concepts of the Tools of Choice curriculum such as, what is behavior, how to build positive relationships, and how to affectively impact behavior. Join the Positive Support Consultants in learning strategies to make positive change by implementing universal positive practices.
Presenter(s): - Terri Werner, Central Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Brandy Allen, Northern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Katherine Earll, Eastern Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
- Cana Poteet, Western Area Positive Supports Consultant Lead
Target Audience: Everyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Waiver Renewal Service Definition Training
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is providing training on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) approved Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waivers. This training will cover changes to services in each of the four waivers. This session is being offered on two different dates/times for scheduling convenience.
Presenter(s): - Emily Luebbering, Director of Federal Programs
- Holly Reiff, Director of Provider Relations
- Shelly Brown, Provider Relations Universal Design Assistive Technology Lead
- Duane Shumate, State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
- Lucas Evans, Chief Behavioral Analyst
- Jessica Bateman, Director of Utilization Review
- Kim Stock, Director of Quality Enhancement
Target Audience: Providers, Individuals and Families, State Staff, and all other interested individuals.