Previous Webinars

2023

Apr 11

Division of Developmental Disabilities Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) Overview

This webinar will provide an overview and update on the Division of Developmental Disabilities Personal Assistant providers status, progress with EVV requirements, and sending data via the EVV Aggregator Solution (EAS).

Presenter(s):
  • Shelly Summers, Federal Programs Unit-Program Manager
  • Terri Woodward, Strategic Initiatives Manager MO HealthNet Division
Target Audience: Division of Developmental Disabilities Personal Assistant Service providers, EVV vendors, individuals & TCM Providers
Apr 04

Tools for Everyone -4/4/23

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
Mar 31

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
Mar 28

MO DDD & You: Missouri Youth Leadership Forum

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on the Missouri Youth Leadership Forum (MYLF) opportunity through the MO Governor’s Council on Disability. Participants will hear general information about the MYLF opportunity, what forum participants can expect, and how to apply.



 

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead, Division of DD
  • Rachel Rackers, Sr. Program Specialist/MYLF Coordinator, Governor’s Council on Disability
Target Audience: self-advocates/individuals, families, caregivers, support coordinators, and other interested stakeholders
Mar 27

Tier 3 Informational Meeting

This Month the team will outline the clinical trainings available in April and May. In addition, information will be provided on prohibited procedure workshops and the dates they will be offered. The coaching process offered to support teams following the Behavior Support Review Committee will also be discussed.

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: Service and Targeted Case Management (TCM) Providers, State and TCM Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, All other interested individuals
Mar 23

Tools for Everyone 3/23/23

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, including: 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
Target Audience: Anyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Mar 17

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
  • Emily Luebbering, Director - Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator;
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations - Assistive Technology Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff Individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Mar 16

Statewide Provider Meeting

The Division invites all stakeholders to attend the bi-annual Statewide Provider and Support Coordination Meeting. Attendees will receive statewide data and other essential information from Fiscal Leadership, Federal Programs, Tiered Supports, Provider Relations, Quality Assurance, and Targeted Case Management Technical Assistance Coordinators. The meeting will include updates on Division Initiatives such as Assistive Technology and Employment. 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):
  • Holly Reiff Provider Relations Director
  • Carrie Williams, State Lead for Targeted Case Management Technical Assistance Coordinators
Target Audience: Providers, TCM Entities, Division Staff, and Other interested individuals
Mar 14

Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) Lunch and Learn Series

This webinar will discuss an approaching training opportunity with SHIFT, a nationally recognized technology education and accreditation platform. Interested participants will gain a base knowledge on how technology can support individuals to meet their good life outcomes and be able to discuss these services with peers and self-advocates. Participants will earn an Enabling Technology Credential and receive continued support in further education opportunities.

Presenter(s):
  • Shelly Brown, PR UDAT Lead
  • Cameron Kempson, Co-Founder and Director of Education with Tech First SHIFT
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Mar 14

Tools for Everyone 3/14/23

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, including: 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
Target Audience: Anyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Mar 09

Tools for Everyone - 3/9/23

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, including: 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
Target Audience: Anyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Feb 28

Tools for Everyone - 2/28/23

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, including: 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
Target Audience: Anyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Feb 28

MO DDD & You: How the Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Will Benefit Individuals, Families, and Caregivers

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will provide updates on the Division’s HRST process, discuss why HRST is important, and describe the benefits that result from using the HRST to gather important health information

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
  • Johnathon Crumley, COO, IntellectAbility
Target Audience: Individuals, Families, Caregivers, and other interested stakeholders
Feb 27

Tier 3 Informational Meeting

The Tier 3 Intensive Supports Team of the DMH/DD Multi-Tiered System of Support hosts an Informational Meeting the last Monday of the month from 3:00-4:00 pm. During this meeting, the Team will provide an update on current work and development as well as answer questions about prohibited procedures, Behavior Support Review Committee, various pilot projects, and general information.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Melantha Witherspoon – Eastern Region Area Behavior Analyst - Melantha.Witherspoon@dmh.mo.gov
  • 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
Feb 24

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
Feb 22

Tools for Everyone -2/22/23

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, including: 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
Target Audience: Anyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Feb 17

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
  • Emily Luebbering, Director - Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator;
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations - Assistive Technology Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff Individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Feb 14

Tools for Everyone - 2/14/23

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, including: 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
Target Audience: Anyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Feb 14

Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) Lunch and Learn Series

This month's lunch and learn will discuss dedicated applications, apps that are designed for a specific use or support. It will feature the current dedicated application provider.

Presenter(s):
  • Holly Reiff PR Assistive Technology Specialist
  • Jill Reffett, MapHabit Director
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Feb 09

Tools for Everyone -2/9/23

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, including: 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
Target Audience: Anyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Feb 08

Final ConneXion Demonstration Walkthrough Webinar

The Division of Developmental Disabilities and FEI Systems will host a ConneXion Case Management System demonstration for all stakeholders on February 8 at 1:00 pm. This webinar will showcase the requirements gathered and configured in ConneXion around ISP Planning and Service Authorizations. Focus areas for this demonstration will highlight the ISP planning process in the system and all modules that interact with the ISP and Service Authorizations. Topic Areas: ISP including workflow, Assessment, Person Profile, ISP Budget, Service Packet, Service Authorization, Person Portal, HRST Interface with ConneXion ISP and TCM Case Note Billing. This webinar will be recorded and available on the MODD Content Self-Registration Portal.

Presenter(s):
  • Toi Wilde, Division Director of Strategic IT Initiatives
  • Sheila Wunning, Division Deputy Director, State Operated Programs
  • Gary Schanzmeyer, Division ConneXion Migration / Integration Lead
  • Rick Shuey, Division Configuration Architect
  • Scott Shirley, FEI Delivery Manager / ConneXion Configuration Lead
Target Audience: Division Team Members, HCBS Service and Target Case Management Providers, Support Coordinators, Individuals and Families, Other interested individuals

No webinar, presentation, or transcript available at this time.
Feb 01

Missouri DDD Waiver Performance Measures for Contracted Providers

This webinar is for service providers and support coordinators to learn more about waiver assurances and how they affect provider requirements and Quality Enhancement Plans.

Presenter(s):
  • Sean Murphy, Quality Enhancement Coordinator – Information and Reporting
  • Carol Brennaman, Vendor Services Coordinator
  • Steve Laws, Provider Relations Lead
Target Audience: Service Providers, Support Coordinators, and all other interested individuals
Jan 31

Division of Behavioral Health (DBH)/Developmental Disabilities (DD) Residential Transition Protocol

This webinar will provide updates to the transition process for individuals discharging from the Division of Behavioral Health's State Operated Facilities to the Division of Developmental Disabilities Residential Service Providers. Information will include what has changed, why the change, and a walk through of the complete process.

Presenter(s):
  • Nikki Reitz, Discharge Coordinator Clinical Social Work Specialist Forensic Treatment Center
  • Lizzie Kucharski, Social Services Unit Supervisor, St. Louis Regional Office
Target Audience: Support Coordinators, DD Regional Office team members, Residential Service Providers, Any other interested individuals
Jan 27

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
Jan 26

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

No webinar, presentation, or transcript available at this time.
Jan 24

Value Based Payment (VBP) Incentives: Tiered Supports Implementation Levels 101

This training session will provide an overview of the VBP data collection and submission process for Tiered Supports. It will include a demonstration on user access request and monthly, quarterly, and yearly data entry into REDCap, the VBP data collection platform.

Presenter(s):
  • Kathleen Deppeler; Director of Positive Supports
  • Racheal Matheny; Research Analyst
Target Audience: ISL providers interested in Value Based Purchasing
Jan 24

MO DDD & You: What are the Fatal Five Fundamentals?

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on health concerns people with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD) may experience that can lead to fatal outcomes, if left untreated. Attendees will learn about each of the health concerns, available resources, and how the Division’s Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) helps capture individual health risks.

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Individuals, Families, stakeholders, and other interested individuals
Jan 20

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
  • Emily Luebbering, Director - Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator;
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations - Assistive Technology Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff Individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Jan 19

Tools for Everyone - 1/19/23

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.  Information presented at each training will be the same and is being offered two different dates for convenience. 

Presenter(s):
  • Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Supports
Target Audience: Anyone interested in learning more about Tools of Choice
Jan 12

Value Based Payment (VBP) Incentives: Employment Services Pay for Reporting

These training sessions will provide an overview of the Employment Services VBP outcome payment, reporting process and a demonstration of the REDCap data collection platform for each of the five employment services. Information presented at each session will be the same and is being offered two different dates for convenience.

Presenter(s):
  • Duane Shumate, State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
Target Audience: Division of Developmental Disabilities Service & TCM Providers
Jan 10

Value Based Payment (VBP) Incentives Contract Update and Data Collection Provider Training

These training sessions will provide an update of provider contract language as it pertains to VBP incentives and an overview of the VBP data collection and submission process, including data entry for each of the nine VBP incentives. Also included will be a demonstration for user access request and data entry into REDCap, the VBP data collection platform. Information presented at each session will be the same and is being offered two different dates for convenience.

Presenter(s):
  • Emily Luebbering, Director of Federal Programs
  • Duane Shumate, State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
  • Wanda Crocker, Director of Provider Relations
  • Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Support
  • Kim Stock, Director of Quality Enhancement
  • Heike Johns, Director of Communication and Organizational Learning
Target Audience: Division of Developmental Disabilities Service & TCM Providers
Jan 09

Environmental Accessibility Adaptations (EAA) Limit Change

This webinar will discuss waiver changes to the EAA service and how to implement these changes in EAA planning and requests.

Presenter(s):
  • Shelly Brown, Provider Relations Environmental Accessibility Adaptations Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Jan 05

Value Based Payment (VBP) Incentives: Employment Services Pay for Reporting

These training sessions will provide an overview of the Employment Services VBP outcome payment, reporting process and a demonstration of the REDCap data collection platform for each of the five employment services. Information presented at each session will be the same and is being offered two different dates for convenience.

Presenter(s):
  • Duane Shumate, State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
Target Audience: Division of Developmental Disabilities Service & TCM Providers
Jan 04

Value Based Payment (VBP) Incentives Contract Update and Data Collection Provider Training

Presenter(s):
  • Emily Luebbering, Director of Federal Programs
  • Duane Shumate, State Coordinator, Employment and Community Engagement
  • Wanda Crocker, Director of Provider Relations
  • Kathleen Deppeler, Director of Positive Support
  • Kim Stock, Director of Quality Enhancement
  • Heike Johns, Director of Communication and Organizational Learning
Target Audience: Division of Developmental Disabilities Service & TCM Providers

2022

Dec 20

MO DDD & You: Making Connections Through MO Family-to-Family State-wide Resource Center and Good Life Groups

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on the opportunities and resources available through Missouri Family-to-Family, including how to access and participate in Good Life Groups

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead, Division of DD
  • Bekka Matthews, Information and Referral Specialist, MO Family-to-Family
Target Audience: Families, caregivers, self-advocates/individuals, and other interested stakeholders
Dec 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
  • Emily Luebbering, Director-Federal Programs
  • Leslie DeGroat, Clinical Coordinator
  • Holly Reiff, Provider Relations-Assistive Technology Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, TCM entities, Division staff, individuals, families, and any other interested individuals
Dec 15

Division of Developmental Disabilities Health Home (DD Health Home)

The Division of Developmental Disabilities Health Home (DD Health Home) is being designed in collaboration with the Missouri Department of Social Services, MO HealthNet Division. The DD Health Home is for individuals served through the Division who have a qualifying chronic health condition and a healthcare level indicating increased health-related risks or destabilization. The DD Health Home is not a home. It is a program to provide care coordination for enrollees while integrating care management.

Several webinars are available to allow for scheduling flexibility, and all sessions will be the same. During the webinar, attendees will gain an understanding of the Division of DD Health Home initiative and will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.

Presenter(s):
  • Kim Stock, Director of Quality Enhancement
  • Leslie Bradley, Federal Programs Unit
Target Audience: Division Team Members; HCBS Service and Targeted Case Management Providers; Support Coordinators; Individuals and Families; Other interested individuals
Dec 15

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals
Dec 15

Division of Developmental Disabilities Health Home (DD Health Home)

The Division of Developmental Disabilities Health Home (DD Health Home) is being designed in collaboration with the Missouri Department of Social Services, MO HealthNet Division. The DD Health Home is for individuals served through the Division who have a qualifying chronic health condition and a healthcare level indicating increased health-related risks or destabilization. The DD Health Home is not a home. It is a program to provide care coordination for enrollees while integrating care management.

Several webinars are available to allow for scheduling flexibility, and all sessions will be the same. During the webinar, attendees will gain an understanding of the Division of DD Health Home initiative and will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.

Presenter(s):
  • Kim Stock, Director of Quality Enhancement
  • Leslie Bradley, Federal Programs Unit
Target Audience: Division Team Members; HCBS Service and Targeted Case Management Providers; Support Coordinators; Individuals and Families; Other interested individuals
Dec 14

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals
Dec 13

Division of Developmental Disabilities Health Home (DD Health Home)

The Division of Developmental Disabilities Health Home (DD Health Home) is being designed in collaboration with the Missouri Department of Social Services, MO HealthNet Division. The DD Health Home is for individuals served through the Division who have a qualifying chronic health condition and a healthcare level indicating increased health-related risks or destabilization. The DD Health Home is not a home. It is a program to provide care coordination for enrollees while integrating care management.

Several webinars are available to allow for scheduling flexibility, and all sessions will be the same. During the webinar, attendees will gain an understanding of the Division of DD Health Home initiative and will have the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback.

Presenter(s):
  • Kim Stock, Director of Quality Enhancement
  • Leslie Bradley, Federal Programs Unit
Target Audience: Division Team Members; HCBS Service and Targeted Case Management Providers; Support Coordinators; Individuals and Families; Other interested individuals
Dec 13

Universal Design and Assistive Technology (UDAT) Lunch and Learn Series

This month’s lunch and learn will review the Environmental Accessibility and Assistive Technology progress and enhancements made by the UDAT Team during the past year.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Holly Reiff Provider Relations Assistive Technology Specialist
  • Shelly Brown Provider Relations Universal Design Specialist
Target Audience: Providers, Support Coordinators, Division Team Members, and all other interested individuals
Dec 09

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals
Dec 05

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals
Dec 02

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
Dec 01

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals
Nov 29

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals
Nov 28

Health Risk Screening Tool (HRST) Clinical Rater and Clinical Reviewer Support Session

The Division of Developmental Disabilities (DD) Clinical Operations Team is conducting a support session for current DD HRST Clinical Raters and Clinical Reviewers. Topics for the session include screening and reviewing challenges, common rater and reviewer errors and difficulties, process timelines, and available resources.

Presenter(s):
  • Tricia Parker, RN, DD Community Health and Wellness Coordinator
  • Leslie DeGroat, RN, DD Clinical Coordinator
Target Audience: Current DD HRST Clinical Raters and Clinical Reviewers; other interested individuals
Nov 22

MO DDD & You: Skills to Build Relationships and Create Positive Behavior Change

This 30-minute lunch and learn webinar will focus on how responding to certain behaviors can lead to negative outcomes. Participants will focus on recognizing coercive responses, building and strengthening relationships, and using positive consequences to help improve behaviors.

 

Presenter(s):
  • Lisa Nothaus, Supporting Families Lead
  • Kathleen Deppeler, Positive Supports State Lead
Target Audience: families, caregivers, self-advocates/individuals, and other interested stakeholders
Nov 21

Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment Scheduling Using Calendly

Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists will learn how to schedule a Missouri Adaptive Ability Scale (MAAS) Assessment using Calendly scheduling software. The MAAS will replace the MOCABI/Vineland/etc., with an anticipated go-live date of 1/1/2023. It is imperative that all Support Coordinators and Intake Specialists understand how to request/schedule a MAAS assessment prior to the go-live date. Several dates are available to allow for scheduling flexibility to gain these required skills. All sessions are the same; attendance is only necessary at one session.

Presenter(s):
  • Neil Harms/Director of Eligibility and Utilization Review
  • Alisa Arthur/Statewide Assessment Trainer
  • Paul Conover/Statewide Assessment Trainer
Target Audience: Support Coordinators--State and Private TCM; Intake Specialists; all other interested individuals