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.
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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.
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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
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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
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and families and the organizations that serve them.
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public to protect and nurture the citizens of tomorrow.
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public, private, and nonprofit sectors can create innovative community resources to meet local needs. We
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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.
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