Providers' Council

Free, Members-only Webinar: How to Optimize Telehealth in a Post-COVID 19 World
2023-02-16 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Online via Zoom
What are your options when it comes to providing healthcare for your clients?
Join Ameet Katkar, Clinic Partnerships Manager at Genoa Telepsychiatry, to discuss telehealth’s impact on clients in the United States and explore Provider member case studies. Assistant Director for River Valley Counseling Center, Dr. Elaine Campbell, Psy.D, will be discussing telehealth’s success at her own organization as a case study.
Genoa Telepsychiatry is an associate member of the Providers’ Council. Join us on February 16 to learn more, or contact Ann Schuler at aschuler@providers.org with any questions.
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This session is associated with our HR and Training Leaders Roundtable. If you are interested in joining these monthly discussions, please visit the event page here.
Presented by:
Genoa Telepsychiatry
Genoa Telepsychiatry increases access to behavioral healthcare across the U.S. by building telepsychiatry programs that remotely connect patients with psychiatrists & advanced psychiatric nurse practitioners. As the nation’s leading provider of outpatient telepsychiatry services, Genoa hires, trains and integrates psychiatric providers across a range of specialties into Community Mental Health Centers, Federally Qualified Health Centers, primary care groups, substance use treatment facilities and other organizations in underserved communities. Genoa has over 160 Massachusetts-licensed psychiatric providers in their network and provides services to 15+ behavioral health organizations throughout the state.

Introduction to Grant Writing
2023-02-10 09:00 - 12:30 | Online via Zoom
A well-written grant could be the difference between propelling your project to success and watching it fall flat. For the sake of your organization’s mission and efficiency, investing time to hone the grant-writing craft is well worth it. Using the Common Grant Application form, this course will review the main sections of a grant application: the cover sheet, statement of need, narrative, organization history, supporting data, partnerships and memos of agreement, and proposed budget. Working in small groups, participants will have the opportunity to critique sample proposals and draft their own sample statement of need and narrative sections.
During this session, participants will learn:
– Identify and explain the basic sections of all grant applications;
– Understand how to use both story-telling and hard data in a grant application; and
– Understand how to develop a budget for a grant application.
Please note: This workshop is part of a two-part series focused on budgeting and grant writing. For those registering for this program that are involved with program budgets or would like more information on that section of the grant application, we recommend registering for our Introduction to Excel and Budgeting Basics workshop taking place on Friday, February 3 from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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Presenter:

About Anne Meyerson:
Anne Meyerson has spent her career in the social services. Beginning in Direct Service, and moving on to Management, Anne has worked in programs serving: the elderly, persons with development disabilities, teens, persons with chronic mental illness, persons experiencing homelessness, persons leaving incarceration, immigrants and refugees, and employment and job training services.
Anne has extensive experiencing in budgeting and fiscal management of $2+ million dollar budgets, and has written numerous public and private grant applications.
Anne has a BA degree in Urban Studies from Clark University, and a Masters in Public Administration from U. Mass Amherst.

Cancellation Policy: Reimbursement only for cancellations received at least 5 business days before the event.
Confirmation Policy: We only send confirmations via email. Please email Nina Walat at nwalat@providers.org or 508.598.9679 if you do not receive a confirmation email.

Introduction to Excel and Budgeting Basics
2023-02-03 09:00 - 12:30 | Online via Zoom
Whether you’re currently working with a budget, would like to move into a role that requires budget oversight or just want to understand what money your program has, this workshop is for you! Designed for program directors and non-financial managers, this session will deliver an overview of Excel, review budgeting basics and empower you to take control of your program’s finances.
Anne Meyerson will teach participants how to determine revenue, assess charitable grants and donations, and calculate expenses. Attendees will have a chance to create a mock budget and review it with the group for feedback at the end of the session.
Participants will need access to Microsoft Excel during this session.
During this session, participants will learn:
– The basics of Microsoft Excel;
– The purposes and uses of a budget;
– The different parts of a successful budget; and
– How to create a program budget.
Please note: This workshop is part of a two-part series focused on budgeting and grant writing. For those registering for this program that are involved with program grants, we recommend registering for our Introduction to Grant Writing workshop taking place on Friday, February 10 from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
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Presenter:

Anne Meyerson has spent her career in the social services. Beginning in Direct Service, and moving on to Management, Anne has worked in programs serving: the elderly, persons with development disabilities, teens, persons with chronic mental illness, persons experiencing homelessness, persons leaving incarceration, immigrants and refugees, and employment and job training services.
Anne has extensive experiencing in budgeting and fiscal management of $2+ million dollar budgets, and has written numerous public and private grant applications.
Anne has a BA degree in Urban Studies from Clark University, and a Masters in Public Administration from U. Mass Amherst.

Certificate in Supervision Series – Winter 2023 (SOLD OUT)
2023-02-01 09:00 - 2023-04-12 12:30 | Online via Zoom
Dates and Times: February 1 & 15, March 1, 15 & 29, and April 12 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Join the Council’s most popular, six-session training series before it sells out!
Being a supervisor is one of the most challenging roles in today’s workplace. Supervisors convey standards of excellence as the link between leadership and staff. When faced with greater expectations and increasing responsibilities, supervisors must be able to demonstrate effective management techniques. More than 600 supervisors have completed this popular series, which combines experienced trainers’ knowledge to address the challenges that supervisors face today.

This training is sold out, please reach out to Nina Walat to be notified when the next instance of the Certificate in Supervision Series is launched.

Attendance at all six sessions is required to receive the certificate of completion.
Sessions:

Session I: Communication and Leadership
Session II: Performance Management
Session III: Situational Leadership
Session IV: Team Building
Session V: Conflict Management
Session VI: Group Planning and Decision-Making

Presented by:

Jim Ognibene, Visioneer Consulting (Session I & II)
Comma Williams, Comma Williams Enterprises (Session III & IV)
Ginny Maglio, Optimum Development (Sessions V & VI)

An application for 18 Social Work Continuing Education hours for licensure has been submitted for this program. Please reach out to Nina Walat for updates on this application.
The Providers’ Council is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.
This program is valid for 18 PDCs for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrmcertification.org.

Cancellation Policy: Reimbursement only for cancellations received at least 5 business days before the event.
Confirmation Policy: We only send confirmations via email. Please email Nina Walat at nwalat@providers.org or 508.598.9679 if you do not receive a confirmation email.

Growing Through Mentorship
2023-01-31 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
In this webinar, participants will discuss the role of mentoring, how to mentor and what to consider as you start or build upon a mentoring program at your organization.
Presenter Deborah Jackson of Justice Resource Institute will speak about different mentoring models, guide dialogue on the logistics of mentorship and the benefits of creating a mentorship program.
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This session is associated with our HR and Training Leaders Roundtable. If you are interested in joining these monthly discussions, please visit the event page here.
Presented by:
Deborah Jackson
Deborah Jackson is a licensed clinical independent social worker who knows the importance of strength, compassion and humor to healing. She received her MSW from the University of Michigan and has over 18 years of experience working with adolescents and adults.
Deborah has worked at Justice Resource Institute for over 17 years and is currently the Associate Director of Training and Consultation. JRI is a multi-state human service organization with over 100 different programs. Deborah has provided trainings internally at JRI, externally in the community, and at regional and national therapeutic conferences.
In addition to her work at JRI she is also a lecturer at the University of Rhode Island in the undergraduate psychology department.

Conducting Effective Internal Investigations
2023-01-30 09:30 - 15:00 | Providers’ Council, 100 Crossing Blvd., Suite 100, Framingham, MA, 01702, United States
This training will take place at the Providers’ Council office (100 Crossing Blvd. Suite 100, Framingham, MA 01702).
Join seasoned expert investigator Jean Haertl, CEO of Safety and Respect at Work, for an intensive, one-day interactive training session designed to provide you with a thorough grounding in conducting workplace investigations.
Participants will learn how to effectively initiate and conduct internal workplace investigations into policy violations, including complaints of discriminatory harassment, retaliation, unprofessional conduct, workplace bullying and violence. While particularly relevant for human resources and legal staff, supervisors in all departments can benefit from the information and techniques presented in this training. Participants will conduct an investigation and receive individual feedback from the instructor.
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In this training, you will explore how to:
– Identify possible complaints relating to policy violations;
– Effectively respond to and communicate initial stages of investigation to complainants and witnesses;
– Conduct effective witness interviews – get to the truth with any witness;
– Learn how to take notes and draft and organize the final written investigation report; and
– Determine how best to communicate findings to leadership and witnesses.

The Providers’ Council is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.
This program is valid for 5 PDCs for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrmcertification.org.

Presented by: Jean Haertl, CEO, Safety and Respect at Work
If you have any questions, please contact Nina Walat at nwalat@providers.org or call 508.598.9679.

Pricing
Member price: $250
Non-member price: $350

Success as a New Supervisor - Winter 2023 (SOLD OUT)
2023-01-17 09:00 - 2023-01-24 12:30 | Online via Zoom
This instance of Success as a New Supervisor will be held entirely online.
Strong leaders take initiative, think strategically, empower others and set and carry out a vision. The supervisor, in particular, plays a key role in the success of any organization. Attendees will explore and define many of the competencies required of those who serve in the role of supervisor. This training is for current and newly promoted supervisors but is also helpful to those considering stepping up to a supervisory position.

This training is sold out, please reach out to Nina Walat to be notified when the next instance of Success as a New Supervisor is launched.

The above listed Standard program has been approved in accordance with the regulations of the Board of Registration of Social Workers, 258 CMR 31.00.
Multiple dates listed above means participants must attend all dates to receive the above noted credit.
The Providers’ Council is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.
This program is valid for 6 PDCs for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrmcertification.org.

Presented by:
About Jim Ognibene, M.Ed:
Jim is a People Enabler, Workshop Leader, Career Coach, Facilitator, Learning Catalyst, and Consultant. His passion is helping both individuals and organizations set and reach personal and professional goals. Jim has been deeply immersed in the field of Organizational and Talent Development for over two decades. He and his team have designed leadership development, team building, change management and team building facilitations while Jim has personally delivered over 1,300 professional development workshops. Jim loves being a part of the Providers’ Council community. He enjoys being in a training room (actual or virtual) with so many kind, thoughtful caregivers. Jim says, “Leading workshops with Providers’ Council members and friends is rewarding knowing I am enabling those who are enabling others; that is a good feeling.” Jim has one goal, to help you be your best! Jim has a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Marketing from George Mason University, Virginia and a Master of Education in Instructional Design from the University of Massachusetts, Boston.

Mental Wellness in the Workplace
2023-01-12 10:00 - 11:00 | Online via Zoom
In this webinar, participants will learn and discuss fostering a culture of mental wellness in the workplace. Presenter Ella Froggatt of the Boston Public Health Commission will speak about her practices and guide dialogue on how mental wellness can be promoted by employers.
Location and Time: Thursday, January 12, 10-11 a.m. via Zoom
Price: This session is a free, members-only event
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This session is associated with our HR and Training Leaders Roundtable. If you are interested in joining these monthly discussions, please visit the event page here.

Presented by:
Ella Froggatt, Boston Public Health Commission
Ella Froggatt started as the Employee Wellness Program Manager at Vinfen in October 2018 and previously worked with human service organizations for over 6 years at the Providers’ Council. She earned her Master’s in Public Administration from Suffolk University with a concentration in nonprofit management and community health in 2018. In November 2020, she was promoted to Assistant Director of Employee Engagement & Wellness to improve the overall experience of employees which includes employee wellbeing, diversity & inclusion, professional development, and staff satisfaction. In 2022, she shifted to the public health field and is now the Active Living Program Manager for the Boston Public Health Commission. Her goal is to make physical activity accessible and equitable for Boston residents and focuses on free fitness, active commuting for school age children, and safe active transportation. She took her passion for employee engagement with her and still supports the wellness and inclusion programs at the Commission.

Free, Members-only Webinar: Explore Your GrantStation Member Benefits
2022-11-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom
Are you curious to know what resources are available to you when you enter the GrantStation website?
Join David Gates, Online Education Specialist, for a tour of the GrantStation website. This quick overview is a great way for current Members to ensure that they are getting the most out of their Membership, and for potential Members to see GrantStation in action!
Providers’ Council members receive special discounts on GrantStation’s platform and services. Join us on November 17 to learn more or contact Ann Schuler at aschuler@providers.org with any questions.

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