Ted Hamway Scholarship Sponsors
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Ted Hamway Scholarship Sponsors
& Congratulations to Award Winner Latoya Stevens Senior Care Manager at the Partnership for the Children of Essex for receiving the well-deserved recognition of being chosen as CMO Worker of the Year With appreciation of your great dedication, compassion and creativity in serving the needs of our residents at East Mountain Youth Lodge From your friends and partners at Carrier Clinic/ East Mountain Youth Lodge 252 Rt. 601, Belle Mead 800-933-3579 www.carrierclinic.org Conference Schedule 8:30 am – 9:15 am Registration & Continental Breakfast 9:15 am – 9:30 am Welcome/Greetings Megann Anderson Fischer, Executive Director, NJACYF Harry Marmorstein, CEO Emeritus, Legacy Treatment Services, NJACYF Board President Opening Remarks Jessica Trombetta, Director, Office of Adolescent Services, Department of Children and Families 9:30 am – 10:30 am 2015 Annual Conference Awards & Hamway Scholarship Presentations 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Keynote Presentation Shawna Sukow, Award Winning Speaker, Author and Association Leader Shawna’s presentation helps professionals CONNECT with each other, youth they serve, and the community ~ bridging cultures, generations and other diversities in backgrounds and experiences. 12:20 pm – 1:40 pm Lunch Raffle Basket Drawing Presentation by the Bonnie Brae Drum Corps 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Workshops 3:30 pm CEU Verification Exhibitor Bingo Winner Drawing treatment plans while collaborating with inter-disciplinary teams. For more information, contact Bancroft Consultation Solutions at (856) 348-4014. Conference Sponsors Thank you to our sponsors for their generous contributions in support of the annual conference Title Sponsors Bancroft & Legacy Treatment Services Eric M. Eberman, M.S.Ed, Vice President of Acute Behavioral Health Lauren Troy, MA, BCBA Executive Director 1-800-774-5516 www.bancroft.org Co-Sponsors Carrier Clinic & New Jersey Mentor Conference Sponsors Bag Sponsor WillowGlen Academy Award Sponsor Community Access Unlimited Breakfast Sponsor Bonnie Brae Giveaway Sponsor Qualifacts Systems, Inc Workshop Sponsors Children’s home Collier Community Access Performcare Robins Nest Ted Hamway Scholarship Sponsors CARF International Center for Family Services Unemployment Services Trust Award Recipients Youth Leadership of the Year Brahyieme Henderson Center for Family Services After being in a foster home, Mr. Brahyiene Henderson came to Center for Family Services HomeBase program in August of 2014. Mr. Henderson is accomplishing so many goals from getting good grades as a full-time Gloucester County College student to working part-time at Walmart and obtaining a NJ Foster Care Scholarship. He is the youth advisory board (YAB) president for both the Center for Family Services and Camden County YABs. He is a mature and responsible young adult who serves as a support system for new young adults entering the program and helps the other HomeBase boys with their homework. Mr. Henderson stays connected with his siblings, still living in foster care, to be a loving and caring support to them. Mr. Henderson’s long-term goal is to gain independence, graduate from college and be successful. Jack Breakstone Volunteer of the Year Vanessa Boykewich Children’s Aid and Family Services Ms. Vanessa Boykewich displays an exemplary dedication to the teen she has mentored for the past three years. Prior to becoming a mentor, Ms. Boykewich was a treatment home case manager at Children’s Aid and Family Services. This is where she met her mentee. Ms. Boykewich provides her mentee with new experiences creating memories that will last her mentee a lifetime. One of the most thoughtful activities Ms. Boykewich has done with her mentee through the years is creating a photo scrapbook. Ms. Boykewich’s mentee has photos from 2011 and keeps adding to her book. Foster youth, who move around a lot, have a difficult time keeping their belongings and personal items intact. Thanks to Ms. Boykewich, she’s created an easy way for her mentee to keep track of her precious photos. Ms. Boykewich’s response, when being thanked for her dedication and commitment was, “I feel like the lucky one, she is an awesome girl.” She continues to be a consistent and caring mentor in the life of this teen. As a mentor, Ms. Boykewich has been a strong advocate too. When possible, she participates in team meetings and will not hesitate to be a voice for her mentee making sure she is getting the best possible care. ID/DD Child Care Worker of the Year Darrell Brunson Children’s Aid and Family Services Mr. Darrell Brunson does not like the spot light. He does his challenging job with dedication and skill, without expecting any special thanks or awards. Nothing is outside of his job scope and he often goes above and beyond his call of duty. With his easy going personality, he guides his clients in the right direction. Both new and seasoned staff, coworkers and supervisors often seek his advice. In his 22 years of service as case manager, Mr. Brunson has been dedicated to setting his clients up for success. From helping a teen secure a part-time job, guiding an anxious high school senior through the college application process, to exploring housing options with a young adult who is aging-out of the system, Mr. Brunson’s work shows his passion and drive for helping clients meet their greatest potential. Mr. Brunson takes things in stride and shows up every day with a “can do” attitude. Needless to say, his work is not confined to 9-5, Monday-Friday, but no matter the circumstances, Mr. Brunson’s composure remains consistent and his persistence never seems to waver. Award Recipients ID/DD Child Care Worker of the Year Breana Gordon Legacy Treatment Services Ms. Breana Gordon has been a valuable member of The Children’s Home and Legacy Treatment Services Psychiatric Community Homes for three years. During her time as a residential counselor, Ms. Gordon has consistently demonstrated compassion and commitment to the DD/MI adolescents she serves. Her friendliness and smile infectiously spread to those around her. Ms. Gordon is a shining star whose desire to learn is inspirational to her peers and co-workers. Ms. Gordon is currently pursuing a degree in human services while gaining invaluable career experience working with special young people who truly benefit from her presence in their lives. As a residential counselor, Ms. Gordon consistently shows the initiative to run group activities, teach life-skills, and plan community outings. Ms. Gordon is a calming presence in the classroom as well. She selflessly and patiently works with students on academic and behavioral goals. Ms. Gordon is involved in all facets of residential life. Her bond with her co-workers and the children she serves is admirable. Ms. Gordon is seen as a pillar for the young women residing at Horton cottage. Her contributions to the DD/MI programs of Legacy Treatment Services are undeniable. Behavioral Health Child Care Worker of the Year Ethan Dixon Ranch Hope Inc Mr. Ethan Dixon has faithfully worked with the residents at Ranch Hope for over 20 years. Mr. Dixon demonstrates his commitment to the residents at Ranch Hope on a daily basis by focusing on the strengths of each child. He is committed to learning all he can about each child and working with them in the way they best understand. He uses creativity to assist each child in reaching the goals they have set for themselves. He often encourages the child to reach a goal above what they thought they were able to. He guides staff in his cottage towards quality and holds them to a high standard. Mr. Dixon demonstrates fairness and consistency in all his interactions with the children, and his cottage has a genuine home-like feeling. He is a nurturing individual who cares deeply for the welfare of the residents while they are in the program and long after they have left. Mr. Dixon is open-minded and adjusts to change with a willingness to learn and a heart of cooperation. He is a real “father figure” to many of the residents who lack a father in their lives. Mr. Dixon works with some of the most challenging residents and does an exceptional job helping them get through some very significant issues. He is an asset to his peers, his supervisor and to the administration at Ranch Hope. He instills in the people around him a desire to do not only what is right but what is best. Award Recipients Behavioral Health Child Care Worker of the Year Nikketa Smalls Twin Oaks Community Services Ms. Nikketa Smalls is a senior residential supervisor at Twin Oaks - Gentle Harbor program. Ms. Smalls is an employee who does everything that is asked of her. She adheres to program policies, gets to work on time, and is receptive to feedback. Ms. Smalls is known for always wearing a smile, having a great work ethic, and fostering positive energy. She has a knack for building rapport with children that often have difficulty developing appropriate relationships. Ms. Smalls tries to see things from the kids’ perspective. She is creative in her approach to planning kids’ activities and is inventive in how she manages the staff she supervises. She pitches in and doesn’t believe any job function is beneath her. She takes on challenges, setting an example for other staff members. Without a doubt, Ms. Smalls has made an indelible impact on Twin Oaks. Behavioral Health Child Care Worker of the Year Melissa Martin Willowglen Academy Ms. Melissa (Missy) Martin began working for Willowglen Academy almost eight years ago as a group home child care worker. A few years later she transferred to the residential unit and then worked as an administrative assistant. Ms. Martin remained connected to the consumers in her new administrative assistant role by working shifts periodically. However, it wasn’t long before she transferred back to direct care work full-time. Shortly after transferring back Ms. Martin was promoted to group home supervisor. Ms. Martin demonstrates a passion for her work, with her greatest satisfaction being her relationships with program consumers and ensuring their needs are met. Ms. Martin’s skills are versatile and she is often the first to volunteer for new tasks or additional assignments. She is firm but understanding; consistent but fair; and trustworthy and reliable. Ms. Martin possesses a multitude of consistent, significant characteristics that add up to one strong person working hard every day to improve the lives of young people. Sarah Eibach ID/ DD Clinician of the Year Community Access Unlimited The word, “no,” is not in Ms. Sarah Eibach’s vocabulary. She is always willing to roll up her sleeves and help anyone in need. Ms. Eibach has the difficult task of working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as at-risk youth. Ms. Eibach is extremely patient. She is creative in her use of intervention techniques and works to tweak her methods to best suit the situation and individual with whom she is working. Ms. Eibach’s clinical knowledge is vast. Team members consistently consult with Ms. Eibach to discuss ideas and get input on difficult cases. Ms. Eibach’s techniques yield incredible improvements in her clients which carry over to growth in the family unit – along with a lot of praise from parents. She has been known to transport members to the hospital and stay with them until they feel safe. She will go to work to address member’s needs and concerns after hours if required. She willingly provides support and training to staff, and is an enthusiastic team player rearranging her schedule to accommodate someone else’s needs. Ms. Eibach truly exemplifies what it means to be a behavioral health clinician. Award Recipients Lindsey Ziegler ID/ DD Clinician of the Year Willowglen Academy Ms. Lindsey Ziegler MA, LPC has been a mental health clinician at Willowglen Academy for the last four years. During that time, she has grown as a therapist and has gained the necessary skills to work with a very diverse population. She brings enthusiasm and energy to the job on a daily basis, and regardless of the task at hand she accepts it willingly. Ms. Ziegler shows patience and understanding with all of her consumers, regardless of their mental health challenges or developmental disabilities. She is able to meet the child “where they are” in order to make treatment the most beneficial for them and their families. She works diligently with the families to keep them engaged in treatment and moving in a positive direction. Whether that means staying late, coming in on weekends or Skyping to draw the families in, Lindsey is up for the challenge. She has helped numerous families navigate the transition into DDD services for their children and has guided them in the journey to receive guardianship of their children once they turn 18. Her lasting impression on the youth she has worked with is evident in the frequent phone calls she receives from former youth, who want to check-in with her and update her on their progress. Ms. Ziegler is an excellent clinician and tireless advocate for the youth at Willowglen Academy. Behavioral Health Clinician of the Year Melissa Bowman Children’s Aid and Family Services Ms. Bowman hasn’t wavered in her commitment to the children she serves since beginning at Children’s Aid and Family Services in 2011. Ms. Bowman displays astute clinical skills and mastery of her job responsibilities. She is an exemplary worker doing not only what is required to meet the needs of children and families, but exceeding their expectations. The children’s needs are complex at the specialty level of care and the demand for attention is significant. But, Ms. Bowman meticulously works to provide each child the services they need each day, no matter how long it takes. Ms. Bowman recognizes when a co-worker needs assistance and responds helping the worker and keeping the children safe. She is a strong advocate and is a member on the agency’s stakeholder committee where she supports the quality improvement process of the organization to ensure the children and their families are getting the best care possible. Ms. Bowman continues to sharpen her skills and is one of a select few clinicians participating in a six-month Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy program. Ms. Bowman is creative, reliable, and dependable and a true asset to the agency. Award Recipients Behavioral Health Clinician of the Year Aviva Weinraub Trinitas Regional Medical Center Ms. Aviva Weinraub is invaluable to the social work profession. The ability to obtain a true therapeutic relationship with her clients is remarkable. Ms. Weinraub is able to build a positive rapport with and gain the trust of especially challenging youth. Ms. Weinraub has been known to leave an indelible impact on youth. Ms. Weinraub uses her remarkable skills and has successes where others don’t. She has a strong track record helping youth to succeed and complete the program when they have not been able to succeed elsewhere. It is evident, Ms. Weinraub makes a difference. She shows true dedication to the adolescents’ she works with. Staff members with whom she works say they feel lucky to work with her. Youth, who have had her as a clinician, say the same. Ms. Weinraub is compassionate, dedicated and a role model for other clinicians. Behavioral Health Clinician of the Year Tammy Workley Legacy Treatment Services Ms. Tammy Workley is a dedicated, compassionate and honorable clinician at Legacy Treatment Services for the past nine years. She has been the clinical team leader for sexually abused youth within the specialty level of care and currently supervises two clinical programs directly working with youth with sexualized or abusive behaviors. Ms. Workley is proficient at engaging clients, wholeheartedly advocates for her clients, and is a strong leader for her colleagues, measured by her ongoing support and guidance for the clinical department. Tammy works collaboratively as a team member both within Legacy and with external entities (CMO, DCPP, Probation, etc.) and shows deep passion for her work. She is an asset to the clinical department and has been recognized by clients for her kindhearted spirit and understanding of each client’s individual needs. Tammy is well deserving of being recognized as the “Behavioral Health Clinician of the Year” and Legacy is thankful for her commitment and vision within the Adolescent Residential Services Department. Treatment Home Family of the Year Emile and Marie Batrony Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen Since 2011, Mr. and Mrs. Batrony have been treatment home parents caring for 10 children of various ages, race, and cultural backgrounds. Their approach and philosophy is quite simple; with love and support all children can be helped. The clinicians who work with Mr. and Mrs. Batrony feel honored to witness the family’s unwavering optimistic and loving nature towards the children in their care. Throughout even the most challenging situations, they have demonstrated patience and kindness with the children in their home. Mr. and Mrs. Batrony view challenging periods in life as a time for growth. Mr. and Mrs. Batrony’s ability to communicate their genuine compassion is evidenced by the fact that children who have lived in their home continue to seek contact with them, even after moving on. One of the many strengths of this loving home is their contagious sense of humor and optimistic outlook. They treat every child in their care as one of their own and provide an unwavering and selfless dedication to children in need. Award Recipients Treatment Home Family of the Year Clayton Rice and Dawn Rice Legacy Treatment Services Since becoming therapeutic foster home parents in 1996 at Legacy Treatment Services, Mr and Mrs. Rice have been extremely dedicated, serving over 55 youth. Highly passionate individuals, they devote 100 percent of their time to providing stability and support to each child in their care. They plan special outings, include youth in family occasions and events, and take them on yearly vacations, including a trip to Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Mr. and Mrs. Rice focus on the strengths of each child. They encourage them to set goals and set high expectations for themselves. Mr. and Mrs. Rice place great emphasis on learning life-skills and completing an education. They take youth to visit colleges, get a job, and obtain a driver’s license. They are active members of each child’s treatment team, and frequently advocate on the child’s behalf if they are unable to do so on their own. They are flexible and adjust their therapeutic approach to make certain each of the youth’s needs are being met, so they can successfully transition home or to an alternate level of care. Mr. Rice is also a program manager of two residential programs within the agency. It is evident that striving to improve the lives of children and adolescents is not just a job, but a way of life for both Mr. and Mrs. Rice. Treatment Home Family of the Year Myaloa (Mya) & Kevin Martinez-Pollard Children’s Aid and Family Services Mr. and Mrs. Martinez-Pollard have been treatment home parents since 2005. They provide a nurturing and structured home environment to six children with high emotional and behavioral needs. The Martinez-Pollard family incorporates a natural and inviting approach when dealing with vulnerable children. The couple understands children who have experienced multiple traumas and their need for consistency. Mr. and Mrs. Martinez-Pollard have are dedicated to teaching skills the children can use in real life situations. In September 2010 and 2011, Mr. and Mrs. Martinez-Pollard adopted two boys. Both boys experienced multiple placements and failed homes but Mr. and Mrs. Martinez-Pollard proved to be a forever home. Currently, Mr. and Mrs. Martinez-Pollard provide a home for three sisters awaiting adoption. The girls have many challenging behaviors and Mr. and Mrs. Martinez-Pollard maintain consistency and provide the structure and guidance needed to prepare the siblings for a forever family. It is clear Mr. and Mrs. Martinez-Pollard have a life-long commitment to children. Award Recipients DCP&P or CMO Worker of the Year Latoya Stevens Partnership for Children of Essex Ms. Stevens demonstrates excellence in a number of ways and is a valuable treatment partner. Ms. Stevens is prompt to respond to calls, consistently attends meeting in which she is active and is solution-focused. She is in constant communication with agency case managers and has a great understanding of her client’s needs. Ms. Stevens works effectively with extremely complicated clients while maintaining healthy boundaries. Her dedication and insight into difficult clients is unwavering. Ms. Stevens is able to identify behaviors that sabotage a treatment plan and finds solutions to ensure her clients are progressing. No task is too much. She picks up clients to transport them to home visits often - even on Christmas Eve. It is evident she places a high importance on the needs of her clients while setting necessary limits. Ms. Stevens has made an impact on families affected by extreme cases of domestic violence. She observes behaviors and works to establish goals to ensure a client’s self-defeating behavior is minimized or eliminated. Because of this type of insight and skill, Ms. Stevens is an invaluable support for her clients, their families, and all stakeholders involved in a client’s life. DCP&P or CMO Worker of the Year Margaret Gismonde and Donna Cannon-Norman DCPP Camden Cty Division It is not often, youth involved with DCP&P get to be involved in what are considered normal teen events. But, thanks to Ms. Gismonde and Ms. Cannon-Norman, disenfranchised youth have the opportunity of experiencing attending a prom. Through volunteering their time and using their own money they created the DCP&P prom 10 years ago. The youth who attend get to get dressed up and participate in an evening just for them to celebrate and feel carefree. It gives the teens something to look forward to and think about besides their current situation. Ms. Gismonde and Ms. Cannon-Norman work to increase the services provided to every youth in care and find ways to help each youth be successful. Ms. Gismonde and Ms. CannonNorman are a great team and their passion for the kids they serve shines bright. Choosing the right accrediting body is essential. Choose an accrediting body that is the best fit for your unique blend of services. Choose an accrediting body that is internationally recognized for its independent, external peer review process and relevancy of standards in the field of health and human services. Choose an accrediting body that will add real value by helping your organization achieve positive outcomes for the children, youth, and families served. 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Ehresman, AAI (800) 634-8237 ext. 1884 [email protected] Jeff Fisher (800) 634-8237 ext. 1834 [email protected] Ted Hamway Scholarship Recipients Ted Hamway Scholarship History As a child, Ted Hamway was a resident of Kilbarchan’s shelter/orphanage in Paterson, New Jersey. He was raised there along with many other children who found Kilbarchan to be a warm and caring place, calling it their home. Ted eventually grew up and became an employee at the same facility where he was raised, with a desire to give back to children in need what he had received. After many years of loyal and dependable work, Ted eventually became the executive director of Kilbarchan. Also during this time, Ted served as president of the New Jersey Association of Children’s Residential Facilities (NJACRF) now the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth and Families (NJACYF). The Ted Hamway fund began with memorial gifts donated after his death. Today the Ted Hamway scholarship fund helps atrisk youth, within any of NJ Alliance’s member agencies. These children desire to further their education after graduating from high school, or getting their G.E.D. by enrolling in college or trade school. The number of youth who have received financial help through the Ted Hamway Scholarship Fund continues to climb yearly, with many scholars graduating from college and getting their degree with the additional help of Hamway continuation grants, given yearly to students who can demonstrate academic good standing and a desire to continue with their education. The monetary amount of the Hamway scholarship and continuation grant awards and the number of scholarships awarded per year are determined by the board of the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth and Families. First Year Hamway Scholars Amanda Paige Langford Alexis Sardiello Ms. Amanda ‘Paige’ Langford is 18 years old and entered Collier Group Home in December of 2014. Paige is a very determined, intelligent, and generous soul. She has endured extensive trauma in her young life, yet she remains focused on the future. Paige worked diligently to identify past trauma and, in doing so, allowed herself the right to be successful and happy moving forward. Paige entered her senior year at Red Bank Regional High School midyear and quickly familiarized herself with the environment. She established an excellent academic standing and is admired by her instructors as an enthusiastic student. Paige intends to enter an independentliving program in Middlesex County following graduation. She will attend Middlesex County Community College where she plans to major in business administration. Ms. Alexis Sardiello arrived at Collier Group Home approximately seven months ago. She quickly assimilated to her environment both at home and in school. Alexis is a witty and intelligent young lady who has a beautiful smile and a vision for the future. Alexis attends Red Bank Regional High School where she has an excellent academic standing and has earned the respect and admiration of her instructors. She demonstrates an excellent work ethic which includes time management, social skills and determination to learn. She is a valued employee at the local food store where she works as a cashier. Alexis is diligent about saving money as she prepares for her college years. Alexis’ first choice for college was the University of Rhode Island, not only for its academic merit, but also because Rhode Island is the home of her extended family. Alexis was accepted and she plans to major in nutrition/dietetics and minor in psychology. Collier Group Home Collier Group Home Ted Hamway Scholarship Recipients Charles Pitts Jesse Potter Charlie has been at the Ranch for almost two years. He started in the Shelter of Hope with his younger (by one year) brother Brian after they had a brush with the law. Charlie was 17 but had only gone as far as ninth grade. In the year he spent in residential he completed his final three years attending a virtual school and walked with the 2014 graduating class at Delsea Regional High School. Charlie moved to Ranch Hope’s independent-living program. He was also accepted into their landscaping program, a training program within the independent-living program. He saved over $5,000 dollars during the first five months in the program. Charlie is working toward obtaining the necessary training to work for his uncle, who owns a large HVAC company. Charlie is enrolled in a nine month intensive program at Pennco Tech in Blackwood, NJ. It is expensive costing almost $18,000 dollars. His focus and commitment to the profession is evident by his maintaining a 93 to 95 grade average since enrolling in November, 2014. He graduates July, 2015 and will use the Ted Hamway scholarship to help pay down his student debt. Mr. Jesse Potter is going on his second year at CAU. Jesse is a senior at Thomas Edison High School in Elizabeth. Jesse is constantly advocating for the rights of members in the program. Jesse attends various meetings bringing useful information from members to administration. Jesse is active in the member advocacy group at Community Access Unlimited, holding office as vice president. In his role as vice president, Jesse does not allow anything to distract him from his goals. He has been employed at the local Shop Rite and enjoys volunteering. He participated in Black History month read in, where he read a heartfelt poem about community and positive interaction amongst all races. He is usually the first to break the ice on the dance floor or to participate in an activity members may deem corny. Jesse is attending community college where he plans to major in a field where he can make a difference in the lives of young adults, and hopes to one day help others in the same capacity that many have helped him. Davida Moore-Sieray Anchor House Ranch Hope, Inc. Community Access Unlimited Muritala Mojeed Somerset Home for Temporarily Displaced Children Mr. Muritala Mojeed is a wonderful young man. Mojeed (as he likes to be called), a Nigerian native, received his United States permanent resident status in May, 2014. During the Ms. Davida Moore-Sieray became involved 18 months ago short time he has been in New Jersey, Mojeed has completed in Somerset Home’s Pathways independent-living skills the HVAC and CNA trainings and found employment. Mojeed program. Davida consistently demonstrates a thirst for obtained his driver’s license and looks forward to purchasing knowledge and self-improvement. She is a good student who a car someday. He also dreams of helping his younger sister strives to get the best grades possible. She is kind, caring, to come to the United States and help make her wishes and a conscientious young woman. Although she is soft come true. Soft spoken and humble, he is a hard worker spoken, she speaks up when necessary. She gets along well determined to succeed. Additionally, Mojeed is always willing with others and strives to make a difference in other people’s to lend a helping hand and assist whenever possible. He is a lives – whether it’s making them laugh or showing kindness. welcomed presence in the Anchor Line program. Mojeed will Davida will attend community college and plans to study attend the local community college with the long-term goal of obtaining his bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. nursing. Special Thanks to our Ted Hamway Scholarship Sponsors Center for Family Services Unemployment Services Trust CARF International Introducing Bancroft’s ABA Center of Excellence Growing out of our commitment and expertise in the practice of Applied Behavior Analysis, Bancroft is now positioned to provide ABA expertise to strategic partners and service providers. Behavior Analysts from Bancroft’s new ABA Center of Excellence provide consultation services, functional behavior assessments and treatment plans while collaborating with inter-disciplinary teams. For more information, contact Bancroft Consultation Solutions at (856) 348-4014. Eric M. Eberman, M.S.Ed, Vice President of Acute Behavioral Health Lauren Troy, MA, BCBA Executive Director 1-800-774-5516 www.bancroft.org A MERGER OF THE DRENK CENTER & THE CHILDREN’S HOME IS PROUD TO SPONSOR THE NJACYF 2015 ANNUAL CONFERENCE & WISHES TO CONGRATULATE BREANA GORDON, CLAYTON AND DAWN RICE, TAMMY WORKLEY & ALL OF TODAY’S AWARD RECIPIENTS Ted Hamway Scholarship Recipients First Year Hamway Scholars Alexis Richards Andrew Colon Ms. Alexis Richards is a bright and lively young woman who came to the GrandSlam program to focus on her goals and achieve her potential. It has been a difficult path since her mother passed away when Alexis was young. She is a caring and compassionate person and is always kind and respectful to others. When Alexis started her senior year of high school, she was promoted to a full-time position as manager at the store where she was working. Not wanting to miss the opportunity to take on the advanced position, Alexis independently worked with her school and case manager at GrandSlam to secure a co-op study arrangement. Despite her busy schedule, Ms. Richards finds time for others and established a special seafood and movie night for her peers and created handmade, personalized Christmas cards for her peers and the program staff. Alexis has been an inspiration for the staff, a role model for her peers and an amazing person. Alexis will attend the OEF program through Rowan University at the Camden campus. Despite her concerns about her job, she called her supervisor and appropriately arranged a leave of absence from her job in order to pursue her education. Mr. Andrew Colon is 18 and attends the Step Ahead Program at IEP Youth Services, Inc. Andrew is uniquely dedicated to his studies. He is a senior at Colts Neck high school where he is a straight “A” student. He is bilingual and takes advance placement classes. In his free time, Andrew often asks to go to the library & spends much of his time reading. He also enjoys spending time writing. He writes songs, poems, and short stories. Another one of Andrew’s impressive qualities is his interest in drawing. He enjoys drawing cartoons and is an amazing illustrator. Even though he spends his time reading and writing, Andrew is well-liked by his peers and exhibits many leadership qualities. He is consistently respectful to those who come into contact with him and shows a true dedication to his family. Andrew’s favorite subject is science and he is planning to attend Brookdale Community College to pursue a degree in Web design. His long-term goal is to transfer to Kean University (where he will be closer to his family). Center for Family Services Demetrius Williams IEP Youth Services Mr. Demetrius Williams is 21 years old and entered Project Stepping Stone, transitional-living program one year ago. Over the past year Demetrius has become focused on continuing his education and defining a specific career path. He has thrived in the program and enjoys learning and incorporating independent living skills into his daily routine. He is always eager to gain knowledge in the domains of money management, career planning, communication and home management. Demetrius is friendly, engaging and always willing to help out staff. He is hardworking and really enjoys being social with his friends or customers at his work. He loves listening to music and watching movies along with having a real passion for fashion. He enjoys learning about and exploring new environments and cultures and he dreams of living in a big city one day. Demetrius has overcome the hardships of his past to become a confident and empowered young man. Demetrius attends Brookdale Community College and, while he is still unsure what he wants to major in, he is working towards completing all of his prerequisites. IEP Youth Services Ted Hamway Scholarship Recipients Donovan Ensley Shameese Burnett Mr. Donovan Ensley is 19 years old and started at Community Access Unlimited July 15th, 2014. Donovan a respectful young man who is passionate about his growth and development into adulthood. Donovan consistently shows he is a natural born leader with a strong desire to learn skills that will help him become more independent. He shows a passion for domestic chores and is frequently found cooking, washing clothes or cleaning and straightening up. He enjoys creating a calm atmosphere where everyone can thrive. In addition to being a leader within the program, he volunteers weekly in the community doing countless numbers of service projects. He is a selfless young man who is always brainstorming and thinking of ways to improve his community. Donovan will be attending Union County College where he will work to obtain his associates degree in education. Ms. Shameese Burnett joined CAU when she was 18. She is a senior at Abraham Clark High school. She plays on the varsity basketball team and is on the track team. She engages in and contributes to the program by always being prepared, asking thoughtful questions, and offering ideas for group topics. Shameese puts a great deal of effort into learning how to do things well and is a strong role model. She has a unique style where she makes a concerted effort to ensure she stays informed about what is going on in the world around her. She likes to contribute and offer ideas for interesting and unique recreation trips. She is an intelligent, energetic and hardworking student. Shameese manages her time well, thrives in a group setting, and displays a strong work ethic. She is persistent but not pushy; mature but knows how to have fun. Shameese will enroll in Union or Essex County College. Community Access Unlimited Community Access Unlimited Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success. - Henry Ford Continuation Hamway Scholars For youth who have previously received Ted Hamway Scholarships and are continuing their education, NJACYF is pleased to award continuation scholarships to: Matthew Gamble Fernando Correia Antonia Benjamin Micheldy Pierre Mr. Matthew Gamble attends Raritan Valley Community College where he’s majoring in liberal arts. He takes his education seriously and often turns down recreational activities because he has homework and studying to do. Matthew’s main goal is to become an artist and he has the talent and determination to make that happen. Ms. Antonia Benjamin is a focused young woman who is currently majoring in liberal arts. She is still deciding what she wants to do with her degree but she remains determined to graduate which includes late hours studying to get good grades. Antonia has a strong support system and people who encourage her. Antonia’s goal is to get as much as she can out of her education and to make her family proud. Mr. Fernando Correia attends Kean University where he is majoring in public relations. He is working diligently to maintain a high GPA and is looking into internship opportunities and continues to work to advance himself professionally while being very involved on campus. Ms. Micheldy Pierre is continuing her studies at Rutgers University. Her major is public health and her course load includes many exciting courses. She is looking forward to graduating in May of 2017. Angela Lopez Ms. Angela Lopez attends Passaic County Community College. She works while attending college and is finding a balance between the two. She is motivated and driven to Jose Arellano Mr. Jose Arellano is a student at Kean University. He is working succeed and is focused on completing her requirements and toward a degree in criminal justice and plans to become a graduating. detective and join the Marines. He is a student who works to his full potential and is highly committed to his studies. He is engaged in community service with a group called Brittany Ann Somol Bridges, where he helps gather clothes and distribute food. Ms. Brittany Ann Somol attends The County College of Morris. He takes pleasure in helping others and finds it meaningful to She is a liberal arts major with a focus on Asian languages. gain knowledge through life experience adding depth to his She will begin intermediate Japanese and Chinese classes and is close to completing her final semester and graduating. college education. She then plans to transfer to a four year university. Gabby Ramirez Ms. Gabby Ramirez attends Union County College and is studying general studies. She is an intelligent and insightful young woman who was a high school honor roll student. Wherever her studies take her, Gabby will be successful in her endeavors and valued by those who have the privilege of knowing with her. CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR 2015 HAMWAY SCHOLARSHIP GRADUATES ABDULLA TAYLOR, YAKELIN MELENDEZ and MARIAH MUYET COMMUNITY ACCESS UNLIMITED Helping people with special needs in achieving real lives for over 35 years We provide services that meet your needs in your home or in the community through 24 hour supervised living and at-home supportive living options. Behavioral Management Transportation Independent Living Skills Employment Recreation Money Management Support Coordination Transitional Services Advocacy Parent Education Programs Call for a consultation today! 1-800-354-3096 | [email protected] www.caunj.org Helping you achieve real lives in your community, that’s Special Thanks to 5901 Tonnelle Ave. North Bergen, NJ 07047 201-553-0700 for printing our Program Book A Special Thank You to Our Workshop Sponsors Children’s Aid and Family Services Collier Youth Services Community Treatment Solutions PerformCare Robins Nest For helping to make our conference a success! Workshops Workshop 1 (Location: Coffee House) Workshop 2 (Location: Gathering Lounge) Growing Greatness in Youth: The Nurtured Heart Approach Trauma Informed Models and Presented by: Frank Picone LCSW, Founder and Approaches Director, Positive Culture Change Presented by: Dr. James Reynolds The Nurtured Heart approach encourages staff to become acutely aware of how we react to behaviors youth display. In particular the level of emotional energy we expend and the degree of clarity with which we communicate. Sometimes with the best intentions we provide more emotional connection to youth when they are behaving negatively then when they are showing their greatness. It also provides clear guidelines for no nonsense limit setting strategies. Trauma affects the individual, families, and communities by disrupting healthy development, adversely affecting relationships, and contributing to mental health issues including substance abuse, domestic violence, and child abuse. In this workshop Dr. Reynolds will discuss various trauma informed models and approaches to help participants support participants as they move toward becoming trauma informed in providing care to children, youth and families. Participants will get an overview of the following: • Identify 4 critical notions underlying the approach, • Explore 4 key intentions of the approach • Understand the 3 stands of the approach • Practice 3 types of recognition statements Workshop 3 (Location: Collaborative Learning) Youth Empowerment Presented by: F. Samuel Goodman, Owner, Mind Power Motivations and Robert McCray This workshop will guide participants to help youth with personal development, self-help, selfmotivation, character education, life skills, goalsetting and professional skills. training. Workshops Workshop 4 (Location: 202C) A Behavioral Approach to Case Conceptalization and Treatment Presented by: Tracy L. Kettering, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Bancroft) and Christina M. Vorndran, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Drexel University Individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who present with complex behavioral, medical, and psychiatric needs require an effective interdisciplinary team approach. The effectiveness of an interdisciplinary team depends on several factors: clinical expertise, collaboration and mutual respect, consistent communication, and a systematic approach. The role of a behavior analyst on an interdisciplinary team can be particularly important for achieving a systematic approach to case conceptualization and treatment. In this presentation, we will identify the key aspects of a behavioral approach to case conceptualization and treatment and describe how the behavioral approach, including behavioral data collection can be applied to evaluate the clinical effects of behavioral interventions or pharmacological treatments. Case examples will be provided highlighting collaboration to further evaluate diagnostic criteria for mental health disorders, identify medical problems, and systematically evaluate medication packages. Future directions for innovative collaboration opportunities will be discussed. Workshop 5 (Location: 201B) Treating Adolescent Substance Abuse Presented by: Anna Cafasso, Adolescent Unit Director, New Hope Foundation, Inc. and Stephanie Osinski, LSW This workshop will highlight promising ways to engage substance abusing youths and their families in treatment. The workshop will discuss assessment and treatment utilizing proven therapy skills and techniques that are sensitive to adolescent development and the youth’s culture. Integrated care for those with substance use and mental disorders, resources available and family engagement will be covered. Workshops Workshop 6 (Location: 201A) A Collaborative Approach to Working with Youth Living with Developmental Disabilities Presented by: Lindsey Fizuur, B.A.; Johanna Scheets, Residential Manager; Sudha Narasimhan, Clinician, Legacy Treatment Services; Robert Troxell, Director of Developmental Disabilities This panel of speakers represents a multidisciplinary treatment team for youth in out of home treatment living with developmental disabilities. The panelists will focus on the behaviorists work with youth including the use of assessments, behavioral support plans, and data collection. The workshop will also teach the application of plans and training for staff and families. Workshop 7 (Location: 202AB) Love, Needs and Johns: TraumaFocused Assessment of Commerciallly Exploited Child Sexual Abuse Victims Presented by: Christine Baker, Ph.D. and Viviana Villalobos, MA, LAC, Metro Regional Diagnostic and Treatment Center (RDTC) at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Child victims of commercial sexual exploitation present challenges for helping professionals charged with assessing their needs, in order to provide life-saving changes and services. Complicating assessment and intervention for commercially exploited children is the delicate relationship established during the victimization process. Sex traffickers meet the child victims’ needs for basic nurturance (i.e., “love”) and security, in contrast to helping professionals who are seen as the threat. This workshop will provide an overview of assessment strategies to engage alleged child victims of commercial sex trafficking. It will also demonstrate an integration of the VERA Institute’s Trafficking Victim Identification Tool (Short Version) with a protocol for the assessment of child maltreatment in its various forms. Attendees will become familiar with trauma-focused assessment tools for child trafficked victims, and develop trauma informed strategies to engage victims as a first step to regaining their lives. A case presentation will be offered. Workshops Workshop 8 (Location: LCS 111) I Am Accepted! Creating a Welcoming Environment for Lbgtqi Youth Presented by: Alisha Laws, MSW, LSW, Program Director, and Michelle Spies, MSW, LSW , Social Services Coordinator, LifeTies, Inc. Myths and stereotypes about LGBTQI teenagers limit young people’s appreciation of diversity and can contribute to violence and harassment in school and community settings. The goal of this workshop is to help participants become more culturally competent in working with LGBTQI youth. Participants will learn relevant interventions for assisting youth who are coming to understand themselves as LGBTQI, thereby reducing youth’s risk for suicide, substance abuse, HIV/AIDS and other common problems . Workshop 9 (Location: Board Room) High Impact Philanthropy Presented by: Michael J. Baker, CFRE, Founder and Partner of m3 Development High impact philanthropy is critical to creating a culture of major gift donor development within your development program. In this session come learn how to create this culture in your organization with proven time-tested methods. Michael will send you out of this session with an action plan to implement bringing your organization to a new higher level of engagement in major donor development. This session will focus on the key principals needed to implement a culture of major gift philanthropy within your organization. Case studies and best practices will be utilized to deliver the content of the session. Participants will learn the steps to create a culture of successful major gift philanthropy in their organization. Collier congratulates Alexis Sardiello and Amanda Paige Recipients of the Ted Hamway Scholarship Collier Group Home and Collier House are proud to be members of the New Jersey Alliance for Children, Youth & Families. Collier provides safe and nurturing homes in which our young women learn the skills and attitudes needed to mature into healthy adults. Collier is in the process of incorporating the Sanctuary Model ™ into both our residential programs. The Sanctuary Model is a comprehensive approach to developing a trauma-sensitive culture in which psychological and social trauma can be addressed and resolved. Our staff and residents have embraced the Seven Commitments of the Sanctuary Model: Commitment to Nonviolence, Social Learning, Democracy, Open Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Social Responsibility, and Growth & Change. Collier Group Home • 180 Spring Street • Red Bank, NJ 07701 • 732-842-8337 Collier House • 386 Maple Place • Keyport, NJ 07735 • 732-264-3222 www.collieryouthservices.org 200 Robin Rd. Paramus, NJ 07652 Please Help Support the Ted Hamway Scholarship Fund Each conference attendee will receive 5 free raffle tickets Additional raffle tickets may be purchased at the conference All proceeds support the Ted Hamway Scholarship Fund Thank you to all who contributed raffle baskets. All proceeds from these donations will support the Ted Hamway Scholarship Fund Basket Donations Anchor House Children’s Aid & Family Services Collier Youth Services IEP Youth Services Somerset Home Willowglen Academy Conference Exhibitors Adler’s Pharmacy LTC Dave Spector, Director of Business Development 100 Dobbs Lane, Suite 205 Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 856-685-7440 adlersrx.com Accreditation Guru, Inc. Jennifer Flowers, President 212-945-8504 [email protected] accreditationguru.com ASI-ware Steve Hurst Director of Marketing 127 Quick Rd. New Carlisle, Ohio 45344 [email protected] O: 937-398-7037 C: 937-605-8266 asi-ware.com Balance Point Payroll Dan Embon Jen Trustkowski 65 Harristown Road, Suite 208 Glen Rock, NJ 07452 201-345-3414 [email protected] Bancroft Lindsey Monaghan 1255 Caldwell Road Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 1-800-774-5516 bancroft.org Brown & Brown Jeff Fisher Insurance Consultant Brown & Brown of Lehigh Valley 268 Brodhead Road Bethlehem, Pa 18017 610-694-1884 bbinsurance.com CARF Leslie Ellis-Lang, LMFT Managing Director Child and Youth Services CARF, International 6951 E. Southpoint Road Tucson, AZ 85756 520-325-1044 carf.org Carrier Clinic, East Mountain Youth Lodge Anthony Cartusciello 252 Route 601 Belle Mead, NJ 08502 908-281-1414 Community Access Unlimited Sid Blanchard, CEO 80 West Grant Street Elizabeth, NJ 07202 908-354-3040 Eleo Online Donor Management Software Cindy Gittleman Business Development 30 Jefferson Plaza Princeton, NJ 08540 1-844-676-ELEO (3536) [email protected] eleoonline.com Conference Exhibitors Hampton Inn Qualifacts Systems, Inc. New Jersey Department of Children and Families Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey School of Social Work, Center for Nonprofit Management & Governance Mrs. Kimberly Royster Director of Sales 153 West Manor Way Robbinsville, NJ 08691 609-259-0300 EXT. 6103 [email protected] Ernest Landante, Director of Communications 20 West State Street, P.O. Box 729 Trenton, NJ 08625 609-292-0422 state.nj.us/dcf Bob Marasa Sr. Acct. Executive Tracy Deep Systems Consultant 615.386.6755 ext 5250 [email protected] qualifacts.com Ronald Quincy, Director 390 George Street New Brunswick, NJ 08901 732-932-8758, ext. 17 New Jersey Mentor 80 Cottontail Lane, Suite 330 Somerset, NJ 08873 732-627-9890 nj-mentor.com Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey Stephanie Michael Community Education Coordinator 103 Church Street, Suite 210 New Brunswick, NJ 08901 732 246-8060 x109 908-202-4283 (cell) preventchildabusenj.org Willowglen Academy Patricia Kane, Executive Director Willowglen Academy 8 Wilson Drive Sparta, New Jersey 07871 973-579-3700 willowglen-nj.com Thank you to all of our exhibitors for helping to make our conference a success! Alliance Staff Megann Anderson Fischer Anne Bradley Executive Director [email protected] Consultant [email protected] Alliance Board Officers Treasurer Roy Leitstein President Harry Marmorstein CEO Emeritus Legacy Treatment Services CEO Legacy Treatment Services Vice-President Eileen M. Henderson Secretary Marty Krupnick VP Children & Families Services Division Center for Family Services CEO IEP Youth Services Alliance Executive Board Members Dave L. Bailey, Jr. CEO Ranch Hope, Inc. Sidney Blanchard CEO Community Access Unlimited Susan Buchwald CEO Community Treatment Solutions Anthony Cartusciello, Assistant VP Adolescent Residential Services Carrier Clinic- East Mountain Youth Lodge Paul DeSantis, Joanne Kirk Director of Residential Programs Collier Youth Services Executive Director New Jersey MENTOR / REM New Jersey Anthony DiFabio Neville Newtown Eric Eberman Richard Mingoia CEO Robins’ Nest CEO Plaid House Executive Director, Pediatric Residential Services, Bancroft CEO Youth Consultation Services Lew Jarrett Senior VP Children’s Aid and Family Services COO Bonnie-Brae Rose Zeltser NJACYF staff appreciates the generosity, hard work and dedication of all members, staff and volunteers for their help with the 2015 annual conference. NJACYF Conference Committee Megann Anderson Fischer, NJACYF Dave Bailey, Ranch Hope Anne Bradley, NJACYF Jennifer Hess, Community Treatment Solutions Dawn Lentz, IEP Youth Services Lew Jarrett, Bonnie Brae Roy Leitstein, Legacy Treatment Services Conference Volunteers Laura Alfiere, Legacy Treatment Services Bill Crowe, Legacy Treatment Services Laura Engelhardt, Bonnie Brae Marc Fischer, NJACYF Lew Jarrett, Bonnie Brae Roy Leitstein, Children’s Home Dawn Lentz, IEP Youth Services Michelle Stacey, Legacy Treatment Services Greg Wilson, Legacy Treatment Services Our Mission To be the premiere NJ association that shapes practices and policies for the benefit of children, adolescents, and families and the organizations that serve them. Our Beliefs Advocating For Youth We believe youth are our nation’s most valuable asset, and we must educate policymakers and encourage the public to protect and nurture the citizens of tomorrow. Encouraging Community-Based Services We believe local communities are most aware of the needs of youth in their area. Partnerships between the public, private, and nonprofit sectors can create innovative community resources to meet local needs. We encourage volunteers to join us and recognize the important role they play. Sharing Information We believe quality service for youth - nationally, regionally, and locally - depend on sharing information, coordinating services and offering mutual support. We are committed to strengthening networking activities at all levels. Our Members Provide Services to children and adolescents experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges; children living with developmental and intellectual disabilities; youth who have experienced physical or sexual abuse and neglect; youth experiencing homelessness; pregnant and parenting teens; victims of human trafficking; youth experiencing substance abuse addiction; children, youth and families in need of independent-living skills and housing, and other treatment and support services to give youth safety, stability, comfort and support. Excellence in Therapeutic Behavioral Health Programming Providing services for individuals, youth and families throughout New Jersey We serve a wide variety of populations within full continuum of care settings including: Treatment Home Care Detention Alternative Programming Specialty Residential Services Individuals with Sexual Behavior Problems Intensive In Community Services State Offices: ID/DD Host Homes ID/ DD Day Programming Services Community Placement and Residential Services for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities 80 Cottontail Lane Suite 330 Somerset, NJ 08873 P: 732-627-9890 F: 732-627-9868 2000 Crawford Place Suite 700 Mt. Laurel, NJ 08054 P: 856-533-4100 F: 856-533-4150 www.nj-mentor.com WE ARE PROUD TO SUPPORT THE 2015 NJACYF ANNUAL CONFERENCE www.denniscmiller.com • • • • STRATEGIC PLANNING AND RETREAT FACILITATION LEADERSHIP AND BOARD COACHING BOARD AND ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT AUTHOR AND SPEAKER