Previous Webinars

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

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.

 

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

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

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

 

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

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

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

 

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

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

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

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

Topics—Continuation of Behavior Support Plan checklist.

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

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

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

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

 

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This introductory level training webinar will cover the basics of interpreting data from psychological tests, specifically intelligence and adaptive behavior tests. 

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

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

 

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

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

 

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

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

 

In celebration of October being National Disability Employment Awareness Month, employment success stories will be spotlighted in this panel discussion to include individuals sharing their journey, support systems who built the opportunity, and model employers who valued inclusive workplaces. The webinar will provide an opportunity to learn best case strategies and supporting individuals with achieving their employment outcomes.

The Division is hosting monthly Stories from the Field webinars on the 4th Tuesday of each month for service providers and targeted case management entities to stay in touch with what is happening on the frontline and discuss ways that the Division can help. 

This month's topic is CARES Act Funding Questions and Answers.

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

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

Join us to learn more about how moving can increase the risk of poor behavioral outcomes, and ways to help mitigate this risk.

Join us to learn more about how multiple psychotropic medications can increase risk of poor behavioral outcomes, and ways to mitigate this risk, as well as what the residential provider role should be.

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

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

 

Join us to learn more about how enhanced staffing can increase risk of poor behavioral outcomes, and ways to mitigate this risk by taking a positive and proactive approach when building your increased staffing plan.

This webinar will assist support coordinators to plan for the discontinuation of Person Centered Strategies Consultation and Counseling services which will be removed as waiver services, effective March 1, 2021. Substantial time for questions and discussions will be provided.

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

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

 

The Division is hosting monthly Stories from the Field webinars on the 4th Tuesday of each month for service providers and targeted case management entities to stay in touch with what is happening on the frontline and discuss ways that the Division can help.

This month's topic is supporting individuals and families with resuming community activities.

 

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

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

 

This webinar will cover the essence of the new CSR and how this impacts service providers and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities. The CSR replaces the Directive 4.300.

Many Missourians with disabilities need support navigating the systems of public benefits they receive. The ability to provide accurate information about benefits and work can make a difference for individuals. As part of its Employment First initiative, the State of Missouri has developed a three part live case study focusing on positive discussions and strategies in supporting recipients of public benefits with making an informed decision about employment.

The introductory case study will focus on how work would affect benefits, how to keep health benefits at various earnings levels, how a Plan to Achieve Self Support (PASS) might be used, and how an individual can have more money working full time without SSDI than working part time while keeping SSDI.

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

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

 

LimeSurvey is an online survey tool available to State team members. This webinar provides in introduction/overview of this tool.