Courtroom Confidence for Child Welfare Caseworkers

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Courtroom Confidence for Child Welfare Caseworkers

By SCAO - Child Welfare Services

Date and time

Friday, March 2, 2018 · 9am - 4pm EST

Location

Ferris State University - University Center

805 Campus Drive Big Rapids, MI 49307

Description

Courtroom Confidence for Child Welfare Caseworkers

Host: State Court Administrative Office - Child Welfare Services

Date: Friday, March 2, 2018

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: Ferris State University - University Center

Location: Big Rapids, Michigan

Street Address: 805 Campus Drive, Big Rapids, MI 49307

Target Audience:
This training is intended for child protective services, foster care, and adoption caseworkers. Other child welfare professionals may also benefit from attending.

Speaker: Joseph Kozakiewicz, Director, Michigan State University Chance at Childhood Program

Training Description:
This training will provide child welfare caseworkers with information and tools to build confidence and navigate the courtroom. Participants will be provided with an overview of Michigan’s judiciary, as well as common practices in the courtroom. Caseworkers will learn what to expect in court including the purpose of child protective court proceedings, the caseworker’s role, and what decisions and findings the court must make about children and families during court hearings. Participants will also learn a variety of tips regarding effective legal writing and testifying in court.

Is registration required?
Yes. Registration is required and on-site registration is not available. Please do not register to attend this training unless you have scheduling flexibility and have received the necessary authorization to attend. Excessive nonattendance without prior cancellation will result in limited access to future CWS training events.

Who should I contact
with questions? For general assistance, please contact Kate McPherson, SCAO-CWS Administrative Assistant, at McphersonK@courts.mi.gov or 517-373-5322. For questions regarding the training content, please contact Elizabeth Henderson, SCAO-CWS Court Analyst, at HendersonE@courts.mi.gov or 517-373­-2621.

Can I update my registration information?
Yes. You can update your information (name, email, answers, etc.). Click on the following link for a step by step tutorial: http://help.eventbrite.com/customer/en_us/portal/articles/430100-how-to-update-your-ticket-registration-information

Do I have to print and bring my registration confirmation to the event?
No. There will be a sign in sheet at the SCAO-CWS registration desk outside of the meeting room.

The name on the registration doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?
No. Please use the attendee's name only.

I need an overnight guest room at the hotel.
The State Court Administrative Office has a limited block of discounted guest rooms at the Holiday Inn in Big Rapids, MI. Travel and lodging expenses are the responsibility of the participant. All reservations must be made by the participant through the Hotel’s Reservation Department at (231) 796-4400. The room block will close on Friday, February 23, 2018 or when the block is full. When and if you need to make a reservation, please reference the group name "State Court Administrative Office".

When do I receive a Certificate of Attendance?
All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance via email within one week of the training. The certificates are for proof of attendance and tracking of participation hours.

Does this training offer continued education units for licensed social workers?
This course is approved for a maximum of 5.5 CE units by the Michigan Social Work Continuing Education Collaborative. To obtain CE units, you must be a licensed social worker and must complete and submit a CE attendance verification form. This form will be provided to licensed social workers at the training. To receive full credit you must be seated in the training room for the entire program. There are no exceptions to these requirements.

What attire do you recommend?
Room temperature can fluctuate throughout the day. Please plan accordingly and dress in layers.

Is food provided?
Lunch will be generously provided to participants within State of Michigan meal rates. Due to grant restrictions, we are unable to provide breakfast or snacks. Additional meals and snacks are the responsibility of the participant. If you require a vegetarian meal or have severe food allergies, please contact Kate McPherson at McphersonK@courts.mi.gov or 517-373-5322.

What meeting room will the training be in?
The training will be held in meeting room UCB202A located on the second floor of the Ferris State University - University Center.

Organized by

The Child Welfare Services (CWS) department is part of the Michigan State Court Administrative Office (SCAO). CWS provides assistance to circuit court family divisions on child welfare matters, including child protective proceedings, foster care, adoption, termination of parental rights, permanency outcomes, and data collection and analysis. CWS administers the Michigan Court Improvement Program (CIP), the Foster Care Review Board Program (FCRB), and the training program for the Governor’s Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect. CWS provides numerous multi-disciplinary trainings each year on a variety of child welfare issues.

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