Preschool Open House

All former students are encouraged to come visit and see all the new changes!

Civitan Services new Calendar for July 2016-June 2017

Open House invitation!

W2s ready on Friday

W2s will be available for pick-up on Friday, January 29th at 2:00 p.m. at The Civitan Center.  If you do not pick it up by 5:00, it will be mailed.  Make sure the address on your check is correct.

Notice about W2s

W2s will be processed the week of January 25th and are scheduled to be ready at the end of the week.  Please do not call the Finance Department and ask for your W2 any sooner.  They will all be processed at once.  We will post again here when they are ready.

Thank you for your patience in this matter!

Night to Shine 2016 Prom

Geyer Springs Church is putting on this event.  If your client wishes to attend, go to the website listed below and register them.  Civitan Services is not an organizer for the event and we are not providing any transportation.  We are just passing along this opportunity for our clients.  Those who went last year said they had a great time.

2016 Training

Happy 2016 Everyone!

Attached you will find a training calendar for all of the training sessions we have available between now and the end of our fiscal year.  Please review it and choose any classes you would like to attend.  In order to register, you will need to go through your supervisor.  Doing so allows us to have an accurate idea of how much material we will need for each class, etc.   Not sure how many hours you need?  That’s a question for your supervisor as well. 

Please keep in mind that the location for each session could change based on the number of people wishing to attend.  It is always a good idea to call the HR office the day before to confirm the location.

Finally, below you will find a brief course description for each class that is offered.  You will also note that some of the classes are mandatory for certain employees while others are restricted as to who can attend. 

Thank you for all you do for the men, women and children we serve.  We have tried to select course material that will help all employees continue in providing excellent care.

Leah Henderson, Executive Director

Safety Matters

This session will cover a wide variety of possible work related injuries.  Material will include tips on how to perform job duties in the safest manner with a focus on keeping ourselves and our clients safe.

New Employee Orientation

This course is required for new employees within the first 30 days of employment.  The new employee will learn about the history of developmental disabilities, learn the history of Civitan Services, be introduced to the members of the Board of Directors and so much more.  

First Aid / CPR

This class is mandatory for all new employees and is required to be updated bi-annually.  The employee will learn basic 1^st Aid skills including how to recognize various medical emergencies and then respond appropriately in a manner that is safe for both the patient and the caregiver.   The CPR portion of the training includes learning the proper methods for administering CPR as well as an introduction and instruction on the use of an AED.

Communication, Incident Reporting & Confidentiality

This course is required for all Supportive Living Professionals.  All content will be specific to those serving in this department.  Material will include when and how to best communicate with the other members of the Waiver Department, including other staff, family members and the client.  In the Incident Reporting section, the employee will learn when an incident report is needed and what type of information they will have to provide, etc.  Confidentiality will cover what constitutes a “need to know” basis as well as other information that will help the employee know under what circumstances client and or employee information can be shared.  This class is restricted to Community Services employees as all information is department specific.

Supervisor Training

These classes are designed to help our supervisors in their role of leadership.  Topics will vary from HR related matters to Leadership.  Each session will be announced prior to the scheduled date.  Each class will be restricted based upon topic and content. 

Transportation Training

This course is required by DDS and is a requirement for anyone transporting clients or operating a Civitan Services’ vehicle.  The employee will learn important safety and defensive driving tips to help keep themselves and the clients as safe as possible on the road.

Is It Abuse & Person First Language

This course will look at a variety of situations and help the employee grasp a better knowledge of what is considered abuse, maltreatment &/or neglect.  It will also cover the appropriate steps to take if you suspect that a coworker, family member or other person is acting in an abusive manner.  Person First Language will help the employee understand the best words to use when speaking to or about a person who has a developmental disability.

Positive Approach to Care

This class will focus on caring for our elderly clients who are beginning to show signs of dementia related illness.  Although specifically designed for dementia care, we have found the information relevant to the care of all clients in the aging population.  Topics will include an introduction to dementia, tips on providing safe ways to assist clients in daily activities, etc.  More accurate descriptions for each session will be available before the scheduled date.  Some classes will also be open to the public. 

Introduction to DD & Mental Illness vs DD

This session is open to all employees who want to learn more about specific disabilities.  The instructor will share basic information on a variety of the most common developmental disabilities including causes, typical effects and outcomes.  The course will also cover the difference between mental illness and developmental disabilities and what it means to be “dually diagnosed”. 

Annual Orientation & HIPPA

This class is required for all employees who have been with the organization for more than 6 months.  All material covered is a requirement of DDS.  This is a refresher course to the New Employee Orientation.  The HIPPA section will cover what type of information can and cannot be shared regarding the people we serve as well as ourselves and our coworkers.   It will also review ways to safeguard ourselves from accidentally sharing inappropriate information.

Ten Commandments of Communicating with People with DD

This session features a short video demonstrating inappropriate ways to interact with people who have a developmental disability.  Class discussion for each scenario will include the correct way to respond and there will be time to share other common situations that employees may find themselves facing.

Documentation & Mileage Reporting

This class is mandatory for all Supportive Living Professionals.  This is a refresher course to ensure that all documentation is being completed in a manner that meets all requirements and gives an accurate description of services being provided.  Mileage reporting will cover not only the correct way to complete the required paperwork, but also the rules that govern what is allowable and what is not under state and federal Medicaid guidelines.  This class is restricted to Community Services employees as the content is department specific. 

Annual First Aid Refresher

This course is required for all employees not taking First Aid/CPR in a given year.  This will include a review of information for a variety of emergency situations including treating someone who has had a seizure, is experiencing shock, etc.  It will also cover safety measures that will ensure that both the caregiver and the patient are not placed in harm’s way.

Valentine Dance at Camp Aldersgate Invite

If you are interesting in taking your client, please RSVP to Victoria by February 1st.

Christmas payroll

The next payroll will be processed the week of Christmas.  In order for the checks to be handed out on Tuesday (the 22^nd) before we break for the holiday, it is CRITICAL that everyone turns in their paperwork and signs in correctly and on time  Any discrepancies or missing information on this payroll will cause your pay to be held until the following payroll.  Please check your paperwork prior to submission to make sure that everything is correct.  Thanks!

Open Doors Open Hearts Charity Preview Night to benefit Civitan Services

State Fair 2015

You Are Invited!

Civitan Services 2015-2016 Calendar

Civitan Services is scheduled to be closed the following days during the 2015-2016 fiscal year:

2015

July 3

September 7

November 25-27

December 23-31

2016

January 1

March 21-25

May 30

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Make the Mission Yours!

The Administrative Team would like your help in the following matter:  Many years ago, the staff and Board of Directors created a mission statement for our organization.  However, we feel that as Civitan Services has grown and developed over the years, it is no longer a completely accurate description.  We have also done a lot of research on writing mission statements and every resource tells us that a good mission statement should be short and to the point.  Please review the rough draft below and then feel free to suggest changes to this draft or to write your own.  You can return your written thoughts to Ms. Becky at the front desk of The Civitan Center, give it to Sarita in the Community Services Office or you can attach it to your weekly timesheets.  There is no need to sign your written comments but, you can if you wish.  Thanks in advance for your feedback.

Leah Henderson
Executive Director

Mission Statement Proposed Draft:

Civitan Services provides quality individualized training and support for children and adults with developmental disabilities in order to help them maximize their potential.

Parking at The Civitan Center this summer!

Starting Monday, June 15^th, we can no longer park any vehicles next door at the Boys and Girls Club at any time.  They have their summer program going from 7-6 every day.  If you can’t find a parking spot in The Civitan Center parking lot, you need to park on the street (be sure to park with the flow of traffic and not on the sidewalk) or you can park at Benton High School.  There is a break in the BHS fence near the Preschool entrance.

The Boys and Girls Club has been a great neighbor and we need to honor their request that we not use their parking lot this summer.  Please help educate any guests/parents/outside case managers, etc.  

Thank you for your help in this matter! 

START Training on May 13th

On May 13th, START coordinators will be at The Civitan Center to conduct a training on 

Mental Health and ID

This training will be worth 6 hours

To attend, contact Carrie Schatz at 501.776.0691 or email her at cschatz@civitanservices.com

START Training March 17th

Two START Coordinators will be here on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 to offer the following training:

Mental Health and ID:  Challenges and Issues

Understanding Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Persons with MH & IDD

And

Mood and Anxiety Disorders & IDD

These classes will be held in Michaela Upton’s classroom (Rm 306 at The Civitan Center) and begin at 10:00 and end around 4:00.  

Please let me know who will be in attendance.

Thanks,

Carrie Schatz

Adult Services Director

501.776.0691 (phone)

May Training Dates- Your last chance!

If you still need to finish up your training hours, May is your last chance.  Here is a list of the in-house training opportunities we have:

4-May	10am	Creating a Classroom for Children W/Autism	Stacy Cornwell
5-May	10am	Ten Performance Standards for Staff Working in DD	Julie Jester
6-May	9am	Re-Orientation	Leah Henderson
6-May	12pm	Re-Orientation	Leah Henderson
8-May	9am	DDS/DHS Transportation Training	Steve Bohannon
11-May	9am	Re-Orientation	Leah Henderson
11-May	12pm	Re-Orientation	Leah Henderson
11-May	5:30pm	Re-Orientation	Leah Henderson
12-May	12pm	New Employee Orientation	Leah / Mariessa
14-May	10am	How to Teach People With Profound DD	Carrie Schatz
15-May	9am	Re-Orientation	Leah Henderson
15-May	12pm	Re-Orientation	Leah Henderson
19-May	8:30am	First Aid /CPR	Shannon Loftis
21-May	10am	Safety Matters	Shannon Loftis
21-May	5:30pm	Safety Matters	Shannon Loftis
22-May	10am	Practical Strategies for Working w/Individuals W/ ID & Alzheimers	Mariessa Bearden

If you would like to take any of these classes, please call Sarita (501-847-5901) and she will get your registered.