Weekly Update: September 6, 2022 |
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Webinar explores how to review policies for race, equity implications
On Aug. 31, the Center for the Study of Social Policy offered a webinar to counties participating in PCSAO’s Race Equity Community of Practice on how to review policies and procedures through a race equity lens. The webinar, which was recorded, offers practical tips for using data to identify policies that lead to disparate outcomes for people of color, engaging stakeholders in revising policies, and assessing impact.
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Rule Review Committee meets
The Rule Review Committee met Sept. 1. The committee was updated on tiered foster care and strengthening relationships between primary and resource families, and reviewed several other rules with the staff of ODJFS. The committee next meets on Oct. 6.
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PCSAO seeks Initiatives Coordinator
PCSAO is seeking a full-time Initiatives Coordinator to manage grant-related projects and coordinate strategic initiatives that advance children services practice as identified in the Association’s strategic plan. PCSAO is a friendly, collegial team that values diversity. To apply, review the job description for duties and qualifications; submit a cover letter and résumé through the application portal. Applications will be reviewed and interviews scheduled on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
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Conference registration is closed
Don't forget to download the Webex App and sign up for workshops!
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Ohio START technical assistance consultants facilitated Foundations 4: Child Welfare Practices
Last week the Ohio START technical assistance consultants facilitated Foundations 4: Child Welfare Practices. This training provides an overview of the START model and is required for all Ohio START team members. The next Foundations 4 training will be scheduled in early December.
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Clearance: The following rules are open for comment until Sept. 6:
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Rule 5101:2-38-04 - PCPA Requirements for Completing the Semiannual Administrative Review.
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Rule 5101:2-38-05 - PCSA Family Case Plan for Children in Custody or Under Protective Supervision.
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Rule 5101:2-38-07 - PCPA Family Case Plan for Children in Custody or Under Protective Supervision.
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Rule 5101:2-38-10 - PCSA Requirements for Completing the Semiannual Administrative Review.
Filed with JCARR: The following rules were original-filed on Aug. 26 with a hearing date of Sept. 29:
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Rule 5101:2-5-28 - Cause for denial of initial certification, denial of recertification or revocation of a foster home certificate.
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Rule 5101:2-5-33 - Foster caregiver preplacement and continuing training.
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Rule 5101:2-5-38 - Payment of foster caregiver training stipends; reimbursement of training allowances to recommending agencies.
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Registration is closed!
Don't forget to sign up for workshops on the Webex App. More instructions are below. We're excited to see you in a couple weeks!
How to sign up for workshops:
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Follow this link.
- Select the correct app download button for your device and download the app, or select Web App to join from your laptop or desktop computer.
- Open the app and enter the email address you used to register for the event, or use one of the social sign-in options. If you use social sign-in, the social account you use must match the email address you registered with.
- If you entered an email, create a password and click Sign Up.
- Fill in your networking profile and click Continue. Your profile information will help you connect with other people during the event!
- Now, browse for "2022 PCSAO Annual Conference: As Our World Turns" or use the search bar to find it. Once you've found it, tap on it.
About the 2022 conference
PCSAO is holding its 37th annual conference Monday through Wednesday, Sept. 19-21 at the Hilton Easton. Our theme, “As Our World Turns,” recognizes that the children services field is in the midst of many changes and it can feel like we are spinning so fast, we can’t slow down. At the same time, the theme employs lighthearted humor around soap operas. Thank you to the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services for serving as our first-ever conference partner. Read about the conference agenda, keynote speakers, awards, sponsors, and more on our conference webpage.
Thanks to our World Champion Sponsor
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Thanks to ODJFS for being our Conference Partner!
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Thanks to The Buckeye Ranch for sponsoring the conference!
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Resources and Opportunities |
Resources for National Recovery Month
September is #RecoveryMonth, dedicated to supporting recovery for every person, family, and community. Learn more: samhsa.gov/find-help/recovery
Resources for National Kinship Month
This link provides resources for kinship caregivers and outlines where relatives can go to find the support they need to be successful. Resources include handbooks and information about legal, financial, and other issues common to kinship families. The section also provides guidance on changing family dynamics and establishing permanency.
OACBHA to host Recovery is Beautiful Fall Fun Festival
The Ohio Association of County Behavioral Health Authorities, with support from the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, will be hosting a Recovery Is Beautiful Fall Fun Festival on Oct. 11 from 3-7 p.m. at Van Buren Acres. Van Buren Acres is a family-owned and operated farm in Hebron. Attendees will be able to participate in a variety of activities including a corn maze, hayrides, soybean maze, pumpkin picking, and more. Register here!
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Child Protection in the News |
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Opioid deaths are on the rise – yet again. Those who study opioid addiction refer to overdose deaths as coming in waves. And according to research published at the end of July, we may be headed for a tsunami.
Certified foster families and caregivers here in Ohio can now get a free one-year membership at the YMCA. It’s all part of the “Ohio YMCA grant” approved by the state department of job and family services. Half of the membership costs are paid for by job and family services. The remaining amount is covered by the grant.
19 Investigates continues to push for answers, hoping to help homeless children in Cuyahoga County. Last week, we told you the heartbreaking story of one mother who’s fighting for her teen battling severe mental illness. With no where to go, we discovered he was one of several kids left living in a county office building.
It's never a child's fault when someone is inappropriate with them or they are sexually assaulted, and experts can protect kids and their families once they know a problem exists. The Ohio Network of Children's Advocacy Centers said it saw 6,717 sexual abuse cases in 2021 for children ranging from birth to age 18. Additionally, NBC4 examined Columbus police records for the first six months of 2022 and found that 218 children reported they had been raped or sexually assaulted: 172 girls and 46 boys. Katherine Schiraldi, Director of Assessments Investigations for Franklin County Children's Services, talked with NBC4 about what kids can do to report sexual assault or rape. NBC4 is doing a series of stories the week of Aug. 29, 2022, on children, rape and sexual assault.
Shelby County Commissioner Julie Ehemann attended the CCAO Workforce, Families and Children Symposium last week at Cherry Valley Hotel in Licking County. The symposium provided an environment for county commissioners, county officials and leading experts to connect, inform and learn about important issues every county faces.
Historic rises in drug overdose deaths are disproportionately affecting Blacks and Native Americans. A recent survey by the CDC found fatal overdose deaths increased by 49% among Black people in 2020.
Panelists representing experts from the medical field, outreach groups and first responders who gathered Wednesday for a public forum agreed that a unified approach is needed to battle the drug overdose epidemic affecting Greater Columbus, Ohio and the nation.
A new program is coming to support some of Marion County's most vulnerable: Marion County Family Court judges swore-in the first four CASA volunteers Aug. 24. Standing for Court Appointed Special Advocates, the nationwide program connects trained volunteers to individual families to provide support and advocacy for children involved in abuse and neglect court cases to "change a child's story."
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Calendar and Job Postings |
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Sept. 7 | Board of Trustees Meeting
Sept. 12 | Legislative Committee Meeting
Sept. 19-21 | Annual Conference
Oct. 5 | Board of Trustees Meeting
Note: Some meetings are being held via web and others in-person.
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