Providers' Council

Free, Members-Only Webinar: The Philanthropy Revolution - How to Unlock the Giving Power of Your Donor's Hearts
2024-01-30 10:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Online via Zoom
In 2022, individuals donated 80% of the $499.33 BILLION contributed to charity. Ready to get a juicy slice of the giving pie? Join this webinar with Sarah B Lange to learn more about the innovative techniques your organization can use — Donor Psychology, Neural Linguistic Programming, and Relational Philanthropy — to connect deeply with your donors to maximize their giving.
Register Here!

Learning Objectives:
– Learn about Donor Psychology, Neural Linguistic Programming and Relational Philanthropy and why they’re important.
– Understand how to apply these techniques to your fundraising efforts with individuals to maximize giving.
– Discover what motivates individuals to give.

Presented by:
– Sarah B. Lange, Principal & Founder, New Era for Non Profits

Pricing:
Member price: Free
Non-member price: N/A

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.
Accommodation Policy: We will do our best to accommodate individuals needing services. Requests for accommodations need to be made at least 14 days prior to the scheduled webinar, workshop or training event. Please indicate the specific type of service being requested.

SOLD OUT: Success as a New Supervisor - Winter 2024
2024-01-30 09:00 - 12:30 | Online via Zoom
Dates and Times: January 30 and February 13; 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Attendance at both sessions is mandatory for a certificate of completion.
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 is a two-day, virtual training. Both sessions will be from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m
Register Here!

In this training, participants will:
· Learn what skills are required of today’s leaders;
· Learn how leadership is different from management;
· Practice the core skills needed for new supervisors; and
· Understand how to increase staff engagement and competence.

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.

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.

Pricing
Member price: $180
Non-member price: $360

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.
Accommodation Policy: We will do our best to accommodate individuals needing services. Requests for accommodations need to be made at least 14 days prior to the scheduled webinar, workshop or training event. Please indicate the specific type of service being requested.

Associate Member Hosted Webinar: Artificial Intelligence — Crawl-Walk-Run: Crawl
2024-01-26 14:00 - 15:00
This Webinar is hosted by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA), an Associate member of the Providers’ Council.
Recent advances in artificial intelligence as highlighted by ChatGPT are changing how we conduct business. You may be wondering how to distinguish opportunities from the hype.
Join CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) for the first of three sessions designed to help you explore how your business can leverage AI.
Who should attend?
This session is designed for accountants and financial professionals across all industries.
Register Here!

Speakers
– Gregory Chambers, Data Analyst Manager, Data and Automation
– Demi Habegger, Data Scientist Senior, Data and Automation
– Troy Hollings, Digital Growth Director

Questions
Contact Jenny Carlson at jennifer.carlson@CLAconnect.com or 414-238-6706.
See the event web page for more details.
Can’t make the webinar?
Fill out the registration and you will receive an email with the webinar recording and slides following the event. Also, check out our event calendar to see what else is happening.

Event Cancellation Policy

SOLD OUT: Certificate in Supervision Series - Winter 2024
2024-01-17 09:00 - 12:30 | Online via Zoom
Dates and Times: January 17, 24, 31, and February 7, 14 and 21; 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Attendance at each session is mandatory for a certificate of completion.
Start your year right with the Council’s most popular, six-session training series!
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.
Register Here!

Sessions:
– Session I: Communication and Leadership
– Session II: Performance Management
– Session III: Conflict Management
– Session IV: Group Planning and Decision-Making
– Session V: Situational Leadership
– Session VI: Team Building
Attendance at all six sessions is required to receive the certificate of completion.

Presented by:

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

Pricing
Member price: $700
Non-member price: $1,000

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.
Accommodation Policy: We will do our best to accommodate individuals needing services. Requests for accommodations need to be made at least 14 days prior to the scheduled webinar, workshop or training event. Please indicate the specific type of service being requested.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: The Human Element of Cybersecurity - Training and Educating Nonprofit Staff
2023-12-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Online via Zoom
This expert-led webinar will dive into the crucial elements of nonprofit cybersecurity. Discover the unique challenges and regulations facing nonprofits, gain insights into the impact of human behavior on cybersecurity, and learn practical strategies for maintaining security and fostering a cybersecurity culture within your nonprofit. Leave the webinar equipped with a list of cybersecurity resources designed specifically for nonprofits, empowering you to strengthen your organization’s defenses against cyber threats.
Register Here!

Learning Objectives:
– Understand the Nonprofit Cybersecurity Landscape
– Know the Nonprofit Compliance Regulations
– Take a Look at The Human Factor in Cybersecurity
– Learn about the Best Practices for Security
– Talk about Building a Cybersecurity Culture at Your Organization

Presented by:
– Steve Wojcik, Senior Partner, Prosper Solutions
Moderator Bio: Steve Wojcik is the visionary Founder and Senior Partner of Prosper Solutions, a leading IT (Information Technology) Services company established in 2001. With a deep affinity for technology and two decades of experience in IT entrepreneurship and leadership, he has propelled the company to prominence as a trusted partner for nonprofit organizations and Boston businesses. In his spare time, he can be found supporting his community, spending time with his family or enjoying outdoor activities with his dogs.

– Alyssa Parenteau, Senior Security Analyst, Field Effect
Expert Bio: With 17 years at Canada’s Communications Security Establishment (CSE), Alyssa began as an analyst specializing in penetration testing and threat actor characterization. She later became an advisor, helping critical infrastructure partners improve their cybersecurity. In 2018, she moved to Linchpin Labs (acquired by L3Harris), where she facilitated communication between developers and defense clients. In 2021, Alyssa joined Field Effect to apply her 20+ years of cybersecurity experience to help organizations navigate this evolving landscape.

Pricing:
Member price: Free
Non-member price: N/A

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.

Power Of The Network: Know Your Benefits
2023-12-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Online via Zoom
Providers’ Council’s staff will review the Council’s mission to promote a healthy, productive and diverse human services sector through its programming:
Join us for this free webinar to explore all the benefits your Providers’ Council membership has to offer!
Learn about our public policy initiatives and The Caring Force, robust educational and professional development programming, valuable cost-saving opportunities, an extensive network of fellow human service providers and how your membership provides many opportunities to help your nonprofit thrive.
Register Today!

Topics include:
– The Academy for Learning and Exchange (ALEX);
– Providers eAcademy;
– Endorsed Business Partners;
– Public policy initiatives and The Caring Force; and
– Ways to stay connected.
Register today and tell us what you want to know about your Council benefits:

Free Webinar: Why Your Mindset is Key to Helping Neurodivergent People Lead Healthy Lives
2023-11-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Online via Zoom
This webinar is hosted by Providers’ Council Associate Member, Inclusive Fitness.
There’s a silent crisis happening right now: People who are autistic, have Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, brain injury, and other intellectual and social disabilities and delays are getting less meaningful physical activity regularly… and it’s evident. As a result, neurodivergent people suffer from more preventable diseases and accidents, higher early mortality rates, poor mental health, lower social engagement, reduced productivity, costs to families and lower overall quality of life.
We must start to see this crisis for what it is, commit to addressing it together, and change how we perceive and support neurodivergent people so they can live their fullest lives while saving families billions in healthcare costs. During this interactive webinar, we will discuss the invisible crisis and explore the core guiding principles and mindset that we employ at Inclusive Fitness. Our strength-based approach has resulted in challenging this crisis head-on and helping neurodivergent people and their families become strong, confident and engaged in their community.
Register Here!

Learning Objectives:
– To build an appreciation of the critical importance of integrating high-quality strength and conditioning training into the lives of neurodivergent people to improve their strength, confidence, engagement, productivity, and overall quality of life.
– To understand the barriers to incorporating and sustaining adaptive fitness into our expectations and lifestyles, explore practical ways to overcome them and introduce a framework to help attendees shift how they and others think about and support neuroadaptive fitness.

Audience:
Caregivers, parents and siblings of a neurodivergent child or adult, as well as neurodivergent self-advocates.

Presented by:
Greg Austin, Inclusive Fitness
Greg is the proud father of Lucas, an autistic teenager who ignited Greg’s passion for launching Inclusive Fitness. After a 20-year career as a Chief Marketing Officer for three global consulting firms, Greg founded Inclusive Fitness in 2019. Before his corporate career, Greg trained clients as the owner of Austin Fitness in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was a certified personal trainer with ACSM, NSCS (as a CSCS), and ACE. He worked with both top athletes and post-operative patients in collaboration with orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists. Greg has a BA in Psychology from Hendrix College, with advanced studies in neuroscience from Memphis University, and holds an MBA from Babson College.

Free Webinar: Solar For Nonprofits: Sharing Solar with Discovery Museum
2023-11-15 11:00 - 12:00 | Online via Zoom
This webinar is hosted by Providers’ Council Associate Member, Resonant Energy.
Join us for a webinar discussing the solar energy options available to nonprofit organizations, including the new policies available under the Inflation Reduction Act. We’ll discuss the state of solar for nonprofits and Discovery Museum’s unique solar system that is allowing them to share the benefits of solar energy with other nonprofit organizations and reduce their operating costs.
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Presented by:
Madeleine Barr – VP of Outreach and Sales, Resonant Energy
Neil Gordon – CEO, Discovery Museum

HRW November Roundtable - PFML, Parental Leave, Pay Transparency, Politics, and Other Pressing Personnel Predicaments
2023-11-14 08:00 - 09:30 | Online via Zoom
Join Hirsch Roberts Weinstein LLP for a fast-paced review of important recent developments in employment law including:
1. Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) Updates
2. Parental Leave
3. Pay Transparency
4. Political Speech and the Workplace
5. Practical Pressing Personnel Predicaments Presented by:
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This webinar is hosted by Providers’ Council Associate Member, Hirsch Roberts Weinstein LLP.

Creating and Supporting Harmonious Relationships
2023-10-19 09:00 - 12:30 | Online via Zoom
We have all encountered both inspiring and challenging relationships with co-workers, business associates and other parties with whom we need to work. Through a self-discovery process, gain a better understanding of the emotional and physical forces you may be experiencing. Develop personal strategies that minimize stress, promote productive workplace outcomes and enhance workplace satisfaction through an emphasis on effective communication, relationship building and resolving conflict considering intergenerational and cultural differences.
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Learning Objectives:

– Identify seven concepts of building effective work teams;
– Explore emotional and physical responses to work;
– Explore different communication and conflict management methods and be able to use them to create a personal action plan; and
– Understand how to work effectively with team members of different personality types, backgrounds, and cultural experiences.

Presented by:

Christine Singer, M. Ed; President, Your Personal Best: Workshops for Success:
Christine Singer has more than 35 years of leadership experience in non-profit management, organizational development and workforce development. She is a certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) in Massachusetts. Christine holds a Master’s Degree in Education from the University of Massachusetts and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and Child Development from Connecticut College. She assists businesses in strategic plan development, board governance and program consultation.

Pricing
Member price: $75
Non-member price: $200

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.

Certificate in Supervision Series - Fall 2023
2023-10-18 09:00 - 2023-11-21 12:30 | Online via Zoom
Dates and Times: October 18 and 25, and November 1, 8, 15, 21; 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Attendance at each session is mandatory for certificates of completion.
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.
PLEASE NOTE: The final session of this series will take place on a Tuesday to avoid the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
This training is sold out, please email Nina Walat to be notified for the next offering.
Sessions:
– Session I: Communication and Leadership
– Session II: Performance Management
– Session III: Conflict Management
– Session IV: Situational Leadership
– Session V: Team Building
– Session VI: Group Planning and Decision-Making
Attendance at all six sessions is required to receive the certificate of completion.

Presented by:

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

Pricing
Member price: $700
Non-member price: $1,000

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.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: Investigating Unemployment Fraud and Tax Methods in Massachusetts
2023-10-12 13:00 - 14:30 | Online via Zoom
Join the Providers’ Council and Unemployment Tax Management Corporation for a webinar to learn the origin, issues concerning and the current status of fraud that has flooded the Massachusetts unemployment system in 2023. These fraudulent claims have caused significant liability to human service providers, as well as causing tax and legal issues for those employees victimized.
The webinar will review steps that both employers and employees should take to protect themselves, as well as steps that the Department of Unemployment Assistance has taken to address this issue.
The second part of the webinar will be a review of the two methods of participating in the unemployment system available to nonprofits. These are the tax-rated and self-insured/reimbursable methods. With one claim now costing employers as much as $30,450, the implementation of the Covid-19 Recovery Assessment and other financial issues faced by the state, it is more imperative than ever that each member choose the method that most benefits them financially, as many tax-rated employers saw their unemployment costs increase from between 25% – 40% in 2023.
The deadline to switch methods is December 1, 2023, so join the webinar on October 12 to learn more!
Register Here!

In this webinar, participants will leave with an enhanced understanding of:
– Understanding steps employers and employees must take regarding fraudulent claims;
– Understand the requirements an agency must take to receive credits for fraudulent charges; and
– Understand the two methods and how to confirm that your agency is operating under that for which it is best suited.

Presented by:
About Paul Scott:
Paul Scott of Unemployment Tax Management Corp. (UTMC), one of the Providers’ Council’s Endorsed Business Partners, has over 25 years of experience representing Massachusetts Human Service providers in unemployment. Participants will learn the necessary steps to protect themselves in a complex, biased and costly unemployment system.

Pricing
Member price: FREE
Non-member price: N/A

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.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: SECURE 2.0: Reshaping the Retirement Landscape
2023-10-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
The long-awaited and much anticipated “SECURE 2.0” is here. Join Mike Barry, Senior Consultant and Speaker for Retirement Learning Center and President of O3 Plan Advisory Services LLC, as he provides an overview of the many aspects of the new retirement-related legislation known as SECURE 2.0.
This bill makes significant changes to most aspects of the retirement environment including expanded contribution limits and credits, enhancements of SIMPLE IRA arrangements, emergency saving account options in 401(k), and matching of certain student loan payments.
In addition, we’ll cover changes to excesses, corrections, RMD and rollover rules. Lastly, the timing, amendment and effective dates of key provisions will be discussed.
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Learning Objectives:
– Understand the new 401(k) features including emergency savings accounts, student loan payments, starter 401(k)s, required auto-enrollment features and increased credits and limitation;
– Identify enhanced SIMPLE-IRA features, modifications to 457(b) eligibility requirements and ability to treat employer contributions as Roth amounts;
– Recognize expanded rollover options, additional distribution penalty exemptions, RMD changes;
– Summarize changes to MEP/PEP and Group of Plans rules; and
– Consider the timing and effective dates of the provisions and requirement amendments.

Presented By:

Michael P. Barry, Senior Consultant, Retirement Learning Center
Michael P. Barry is a senior consultant and speaker with the Retirement Learning Center and President of O3 Plan Advisory Services LLC, which provides retirement plan regulatory analysis targeted at plan sponsors and those who provide services to them. O3 PAS publishes analyses of regulatory developments affecting private employer defined benefit and defined contribution plans, focusing on the challenges, opportunities, and consequences for sponsors that regulatory changes present. Mike has had over 40 years’ experience in the benefits field, in law and consulting firms, concentrating on the regulation of private employer DB and DC retirement plans.
Beginning law practice in 1976, the year that the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) became effective, Mike has worked with and studied the evolving complexities of regulation in this heavily regulated field. Before founding Plan Advisory Services in 1998, Mike was Managing Director at Bankers Trust and, before that, a New York benefits partner at LeBeouf, Lamb, Greene & McRae. Mike’s book – Retirement Savings Policy – Past, Present, and Future, published by De|G PRESS – was published in 2018.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: Using the Zero Suicide Framework
2023-09-19 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
Join the Providers’ Council and JRI for a free webinar on the Zero Suicide Framework to learn more during National Suicide Prevention Month.
In this presentation, colleagues from JRI will share their experience using the Zero Suicide Framework to bring attention, focus, and action to suicide prevention on an organizational level. Zero Suicide will be introduced along with examples from JRI’s experience using the framework and roadmap.
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In this webinar, participants will leave with an enhanced understanding of:
– Suicide Prevention
– The Zero Suicide Framework
– Ways to support Suicide Prevention in September and beyond
Presented by:
Stephanie Sladen
Sladen is a LICSW is Executive Director of Children’s Friend and Family Services, A Division of JRI and a Vice President for JRI’s Community Based Services Division. She has been a social worker for over 25 years providing direct care and leadership through community based and outpatient services.

Success as a New Supervisor - Fall 2023
2023-09-12 09:00 - 2023-09-26 12:30
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 is a hybrid, two-session training. Both sessions will be from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Day I will meet in person in Framingham, at the Providers’ Council Training Center on Tuesday, September 12.
Day II will meet online via Zoom on Tuesday, September 26.
Register Here!

In this session, participants will:
· Learn what skills are required of today’s leaders;
· Learn how leadership is different from management;
· Practice the core skills needed for new supervisors; and
· Understand how to increase staff engagement and competence.

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.

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.

Pricing
Member price: $200
Non-member price: $325

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.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: Expect More From Your Staffing Partner
2023-09-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Online via Zoom
Staffing agencies should do more than simply provide relief personnel; they should also provide you with critical “decision support” data. Knowledge is power. Agencies should be providing you with detailed quarterly analytics about your staffing usage with them so you can best manage your team, maximize your resources, and minimize your costs. Join the Providers’ Council and Arbor Associates for an informative webinar on how to get the most of your staffing agency partnerships.
Register Here!

In this webinar, participants will:
– Watch a cost calculator demonstrate in real-time, how an agency’s “cost stack” compares with yours when it comes to DSP wage and variable rates and why you can actually save money by using an agency.
– See how when provided with the right analytics, you’ll be better able to manage your team, maximize your resources, and minimize your agency’s costs.
– View actual graphs and charts that clients were provided that allowed them to make fundamental changes to their staffing strategy that resulted in less burnout, and reduced costs.

Intended Audiences:
Executives | Financial Leaders | Human Resource Professionals | Recruiters

Presented By: Elliot Levine, Arbor Associates
Elliot Levine is the Sr. Manager of Partnerships at Arbor Associates. He started out his career as a Direct Service Professional in a residential treatment center but spent the majority of his career as a technology executive. He has also consulted and has experience running workshops in financial analytics for IBM and other technology firms.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: Learn About the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Uniform Financial Statement (UFR)
2023-08-30 10:00 - 11:00 | Online via Zoom
Join the Providers’ Council and AAFCPAs for an informative webinar on the preparation of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Uniform Financial Statement (UFR). This session will expand your knowledge of the UFR and help you navigate and mitigate common reporting errors in the filing.
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In this webinar, leaders in AAFCPAs’ Human & Social Services practice will cover the following key objectives:

Mastering the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Uniform Financial Statement (UFR): Gain an understanding of its structure and requirements. We will explore Schedule B program definitions and types, specific program requirements, and how to properly report contributions in various programs. Additionally, you will gain insights into obsolete UFR lines and sections, ensuring your financial statements are accurate and up-to-date.
Avoiding UFR Common Errors: Gain valuable insights into specific line item usage, correlation of client revenue lines with program statistics, handling COVID funding impacts, capital budget assets, FTEs, blue flags, salary limits, allocation of administration expenses, required supplemental schedules, VendorWeb data, Federal Funds Listing – contract numbers, MMARS and object codes, and much more.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed about the latest updates, best practices, and common errors to avoid in the preparation of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Uniform Financial Statement. Register now to secure your spot for this essential webinar!

Presented by:
Thomas Perruna, MPAc
Thomas provides assurance, tax, and consulting solutions to sophisticated nonprofits, including Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs), Community Development Corporations (CDCs) and their affordable housing limited partnership projects, as well as multi-service human & social services providers. He is a member of AAFCPAs’ Healthcare and Affordable Housing Executive Committees.
Thomas has extensive experience leading financial statement audits in accordance with Uniform Guidance/Single Audit and Government Auditing Standards, as well as those with Massachusetts Uniform Financial Report (UFR) reporting requirements. Clients value Thomas’ insight on key issues that may arise in a government audit engagement, such as: required elements of the schedule of expenditures of federal awards, considerations when assessing and evaluating internal controls over compliance, cost allocation methodologies, and more. In addition, he provides advice on tax credit-based financing, including New Markets tax credits (NMTCs), and Low-Income Housing tax credits (LIHTCs) used widely in the affordable housing industry.

Katie Belanger, CPA
Katie provides audit, tax, and consulting solutions to sophisticated nonprofit organizations, including multi-service human & social service providers, residential and day treatment agencies, early education and care (EEC) agencies, and independent schools. She has extensive experience auditing nonprofit organizations in accordance with Uniform Guidance/Single Audit and Government Auditing Standards as well as those with Uniform Financial Statement filing requirements.
She provides best practice recommendations on operational and internal control systems and processes to help clients mitigate fraud risks and gain operational efficiencies. She advises clients on compliance with federal and state grant requirements and optimizing cost allocation methodologies and reimbursements for the best financial results. Katie coordinates with AAFCPAs’ multidisciplinary team, including in-house Tax Consulting Attorneys and healthcare reimbursement consultants, as needed to bring the very best appropriate talent to our clients.

Delegating Effectively for Employee Development
2023-08-24 09:00 - 12:30 | Online via Zoom
Delegation is beneficial to both the manager and employee. When effective delegation occurs, the manager is able to focus on strategic tasks, and the employee is learning and developing new skills. Effective delegation requires identifying the appropriate task and the team member fit for an assignment, a discussion that is thorough and sets an individual up for a successful learning outcome, and feedback throughout the assignment to support the individual and adjust the assignment as needed.
In this session, Virginia Maglio of Optimum Development will address all the requirements to set an individual up for a successful outcome when they take on a new assignment.
Register Here!

In this session participants will:
– Determine the need for and value of delegation and its benefits to the manager and employee’s development.
– Use a delegation model to determine and build a delegation assignment.
– Communicate clearly and concisely and consider individual needs during a delegation discussion.
– Describe techniques to help an employee manage an assignment and achieve success.
– Deliver specific and constructive feedback on progress.
– Share action plan for effective delegation.

Presented By:
Virginia Maglio, Optimum Development

Virginia Maglio provides learning and development consulting in a variety of areas. She ensures individuals have the skills and knowledge that support the overall goals of the business. By exploring an organization’s strategy, vision, mission, and culture she builds the optimum learning solution. Virginia has experience in the areas of leadership and professional skills development. She has developed and facilitated a variety of programs to meet leadership skills at all levels. Her engaging and interactive style provides a positive learning experience at every level of an organization. Virginia received a bachelor’s degree in Education from Bridgewater State University, and a master’s degree in Training & Development from Lesley University.

Pricing
Member price: $75
Non-member price: $200

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.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: Navigating Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave - A Guide for Employers
2023-08-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave provides employees with paid leave for a variety of personal reasons and offers job-protected leave and wage replacement benefits to support employees during a time when they are unable to work.
Please join the virtual conversation with Insource Services to learn about tools that employers should have in place and how to manage these situations in the workplace.
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In this session, Insource HR experts will review:
– What employers should have in place
– Tips for managing and tracking leave requests
– Details on claims filing
– Specific considerations for the use of accrued time off, maintaining group disability policies and handbook updates to consider, and
– What, when, and how should you communicate to your employees

Presented by:
David Harrington
David is an experienced Human Resources professional with a background in recruiting, training, and mentoring talent in retail sales, distribution, production, banking, law firm management, and higher education administration.
As an HR Consultant, David works as part of the HR team to support clients on employment matters and keeps them updated on compliance issues and regulatory changes affecting their personnel policies and procedures. David also has experience facilitating DEI conversations and trainings.
Outside of work, David loves spending time with his family and enjoying the great outdoors, whether it’s water skiing, jet skiing, kayaking, and skiing.
David has a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resources from Southern New Hampshire University, Manchester, NH.

Jessica Sullivan
At Insource, Jessica works as part of the HR team to coordinate the implementation of services, policies, and programs that assist our clients. She also stays on top of compliance issues and advises and updates clients on changes to personnel policies and procedures.
With experience in higher education, startups, and insurance, Jessica uses her passion for helping people and her strong communication skills to guide clients through tricky employee relations situations.
In her free time, you’ll find Jessica at sporting events with her children or enjoying nature.
Jessica has a BA in English Literature from St. Anselm College, Manchester, NH.
Tina Harris
Tina is an approachable and skilled member of the HR team, known for instilling trust and helping clients determine the solution that best meets their business needs.
As a Senior HR Consultant, Tina serves as the primary Human Resources resource for several clients in various industries. Working as part of the service delivery team, she provides HR services on all employment matters including routine and complex employee relations/performance issues, policy creation, and leadership mentoring.
When not at Insource, Tina enjoys spending time dining out (or in) with friends and family and enjoying a quick weekend getaway.
Tina has a Bachelor of Science in Marketing, graduating cum laude from Franklin Pierce University, NH.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: The Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) for Health and Human Service Providers
2023-06-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Online via Zoom
The Commonwealth’s Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) fosters business relationships between state contractors and minority-, women-, veteran-, disability-, and LGBT-owned businesses. Purchase of service providers on state contracts are required to develop partnerships with certified diverse vendors.
To ensure that health and human service contractors achieve this goal, the Commonwealth’s contracts for Purchase of Service (POS) require providers to submit an “SDP Plan Form for Purchase of Service” with their Uniform Financial Report (UFR).
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Presented by the SDO in partnership with the Providers’ Council, the webinar will cover:
· Recent changes with the SDO
· Updates on the Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) for POS providers
· SDP reporting requirements for providers
· How to identify SDP partners for your organization
· Minority and Women Nonprofit Organization certifications available from the SDO

Presented by:
Katherine Thomas, Supplier Diversity Office
If you have questions about the Supplier Diversity Program for POS, please contact Katherine Thomas, SDO Training Director, at Katherine.L.Thomas@mass.gov

Free, Members-Only Webinar: Juneteenth in Action
2023-06-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
On June 19th, we observe the commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. A day marked with celebration and rejoicing, it is also a time for reflection and growth. We invite people of all backgrounds and abilities to join us in honoring this important day by coming together to celebrate our differences, our similarities, our cultures and each other.
During this training, attendees will learn about ways that organizations and individuals can celebrate Juneteenth through action and service. We will learn about racial trauma and how workplaces can become trauma-informed; strategies for anti-racist organizational change; and how to respond to resistance with a racial justice lens. We’ll also celebrate our own cultures, share and learn from one another to leave attendees feeling uplifted and inspired.
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In this training, you will:
– Learn how to be a contributing ally to the racial justice movement;
– Understand whiteness as a technology;
– Identify action steps you and your organization can take to promote racial equity;
– Celebrate the different cultures of your fellow attendees and the Juneteenth holiday.

Presented by:
Shaplaie Brooks, Executive Director, Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth and Owner/Operator, Beyond DEI, LLC.
About the presenter: Shaplaie Brooks, owner/operator of Beyond DEI, LLC and has trained, provided technical assistance and strategic planning to the boards and staff of many nonprofit organizations. Shaplaie is also the Executive Director of the Massachusetts Commission on LGBTQ Youth. The Commission is tasked with providing annual recommendations to nineteen state entities to address the inequities in policy and service provision to LGBTQ youth. Previous to this position, she served as the BUILD Program Director (a program of Roxbury Youthworks, Inc.)
Shaplaie has a wealth of experience working with children and families, including over 10 years in the child welfare system serving multiple states. She assisted in writing the Law Enforcement Guidelines for the BPD, and has trained the DA’s office, DCF and other state agencies. She has also served as advisor to the Dorchester District Courts.
Shaplaie is a fervent advocate of serving the marginalized within the marginalized, and has worked with cisgender boys, transgender, and nonbinary youth who were at high risk and or victims of CSEC(Commercial Sexual Exploitation of Children). In 2021, Shaplaie Brooks collaborated with the Commission on a report exposing pervasive threats to safety, wellbeing, and permanency faced by LGBTQ youth in the child welfare system and providing critical recommendations to the Department of Children and Families. Shaplaie is also one of the founders of a youth coalition to address the concerns within the child welfare system in Massachusetts.

Pricing
Member price: Free
Non-member price: N/A

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.

Success as a New Supervisor - Summer 2023
2023-06-13 09:00 - 2023-06-20 12:30 | Providers’ Council, 100 Crossing Blvd., Suite 100, Framingham, MA, 01702, United States
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 is a hybrid, two-session training. Both sessions will be from 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Day I will meet in person in Framingham, at the Providers’ Council Training Center on Tuesday, June 13.
Day II will meet online via Zoom on Tuesday, June 20.
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In this session, participants will:
· Learn what skills are required of today’s leaders;
· Learn how leadership is different from management;
· Practice the core skills needed for new supervisors; and
· Understand how to increase staff engagement and competence.

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.

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.

Pricing
Member price: $200
Non-member price: $325

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.

Certificate in Supervision Series - Spring 2023 (SOLD OUT)
2023-05-31 09:00 - 12:30 | Online via Zoom
Dates and Times: April 26 and May 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, 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.
Sessions:
– Session I: Communication and Leadership
– Session II: Performance Management
– Session III: Situational Leadership
– Session IV: Conflict Management
– Session V: Group Planning and Decision-Making
– Session VI: Team Building
Attendance at all six sessions is required to receive the certificate of completion.
This training is sold out, please email Nina Walat to be notified when the next training is scheduled.

Presented by:

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

Pricing
Member price: $700
Non-member price: $1,000

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.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: Assessing your Nonprofit Finance Department
2023-05-18 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
Join CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) to learn how to assess your nonprofit finance department.
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In this webinar, participants will:
– Assess your organization’s finance department.
– Identify common symptoms of an unhealthy finance department.
– Develop solutions to address identified symptoms.

Presented by:
CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP)

Pricing
Member price: FREE
Non-member price: N/A

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.

11th Annual Caring Force State House Rally
2023-05-16 10:00 - 12:00 | GREAT HALL, MASSACHUSETTS STATE HOUSE, 24 BEACON ST. BOSTON, MA 02133, GREAT HALL, MASSACHUSETTS STATE HOUSE, 24 BEACON ST., BOSTON, 02133, United States
The Caring Force, the Providers’ Council’s grassroots human services advocacy movement, is hosting its Eleventh Annual Caring Force State House Rally on Tuesday, May 16, and we want to see you there!
Being in the State House and sharing our legislative priorities is critical to strengthening relationships with our representatives, senators and other elected officials. When we share our personal stories, it helps our leaders understand just how vital the human service sector is in building caring communities across the Commonwealth.
Please join us to support the Council’s Pro-Workforce Legislative Agenda, which includes creating a loan repayment program for human services workers and eliminating the pay disparity between state workers and those employed by private, community-based human service nonprofits.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 16th, 2023 at 10 a.m.
WHERE: Great Hall, Massachusetts State House, Boston
WHO: Members of the more then 31,000-person strong Caring Force!
If you have any questions, please contact Caroline O’Neill by email or phone: 508.598.5686.
Please RSVP to the rally here.

Regional Meetings
2023-05-11 10:30 - 12:00
The Human Services Providers Charitable Foundation, Inc. (HSPCF) will hold a series of free, members-only Regional Meetings across the Commonwealth this May and June to engage providers in a discussion about the human services workforce crisis, in conjunction with the release of HSPCF’s new report Essential or Not? The Critical Need for Human Services Workers.
All meetings will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. with a free lunch and networking opportunity between 12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. These meetings are most appropriate for CEOs/Executive Directors or other senior staff, including HR leaders.
Regional meetings will be held in:
– Peabody (May 11)
– Framingham (May 18)
– Taunton (May 23)
– Springfield (June 1)
– Worcester (June 8)
Register Here!
Registration opened on April 6 exclusively for members. Beginning on Tuesday, April 18, HSPCF will make registration available to any community-based human services organization in Massachusetts, so please register now as space at each session is limited.

Confirmation Policy: We only send confirmations via email. Please email Ann Schuler at ann@providers.org or 508.598.9800 if you do not receive a confirmation email.

Free, Members-Only Webinar: Financial Wellness - Budgeting and Saving
2023-05-09 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
Financial wellness is important on a personal level to ensure that you’re setting up your future in the best possible way that you can. Important components of achieving financial wellness are budgeting and saving – how, when and why to do it!
Please join the virtual conversation with Cambridge Savings Bank to learn about budgeting basics and develop new tools and strategies for saving.
This webinar will highlight:
– Steps of creating a budget and techniques for sticking to it.
– What sample budgets look like and what the components are.
– Tools for tracking income and spending, building and monitoring a budget and tips for accomplishing future savings goals.
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Presented by:
Phil Mustone, Cambridge Savings Bank
Phil Mustone, CFE Certified Financial Educator®, is the Financial Education Manager at Cambridge Savings Bank (CSB). He has been with CSB since 2016 and has been in banking for about 20 years. What he loves most about his job is helping people achieve their financial goals. For him, that started in his first role as a bank teller and has continued to his current role. He has a BS in Finance and a minor in Economics from Salem State University. He continued his professional development and graduated from the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking.

Pricing
Member price: FREE
Non-member price: N/A

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.

48th Annual Membership & Business Meeting
2023-05-03 10:30 - 14:00 | The Verve Hotel in Natick (1360 Worcester St, Natick, MA 01760), 1360 Worcester St., Natick, MA, 01760, United States
Registration is now open for the Providers’ Council’s 48th Annual Membership & Business Meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, May 3 at The Verve Hotel in Natick.
The annual meeting will be hosted by the Providers’ Council and begin at 10:30 a.m. Council members will review the association’s finances, discuss committee achievements from the past year and elect directors and officers to the Council’s board.
The Human Services Providers Charitable Foundation, Inc. will then hold an afternoon luncheon, forum and panel discussion on a new report from the University of Massachusetts Donahue Institute, titled “Essential or Not? The Critical Need for Human Services Workers.”
Report author Christina Citino will lead a presentation on the report’s findings, followed by a panel of respondents who will discuss the report, growing vacancies in the human services workforce and the impact it could have on the hundreds of thousands of Massachusetts residents who depend on this sector for essential services.

Click here to RSVP! The Council requests that members submit their RSVPs by April 21.
If you have any questions, please email Bill Yelenak.

Pricing
Member price: $120
Non-member price: $200

Confirmation Policy: We only send confirmations via email. Please email Ann Schuler at ann@providers.org or 508.598.9800 if you do not receive a confirmation email.

Certificate In Nonprofit Human Services Management Informational Webinars
2023-04-27 15:00 - 2023-05-11 15:30 | Online via Zoom
Join the Providers’ Council and Suffolk University to learn more about the Certificate in Nonprofit Human Services Management Program!
Webinar attendees will have the opportunity to hear from representatives from the Moakley Center at Suffolk University, as well as a current student. There will be a Q&A portion at the end of this event. Register for one of the webinar dates below to learn more about this program!
This year’s applications have currently closed, please email Nina Walat to be notified of new info sessions and the application posting for the ’24-’25 academic year.
Program description:
This year-long, graduate-level program is designed for mid-career human service professionals who seek to strengthen their management skills and learn in specialized, sector-specific classes with peers from other human service agencies.
The curriculum of the Certificate Program is designed to build skills and knowledge in these key areas so that students can immediately apply what they are learning in the classroom to their work in the field. In addition, the yearlong program offers students a unique opportunity to grow their network of peers and connects them with other human services managers and leaders to support the sharing of ideas.
Certificate Program Courses Offered:
– Human Services Nonprofit Management
– Human Resource Management
– Nonprofit Financial Management
– Legal and Ethical Issues in Nonprofits
– Information Based Management
– Alternative Revenue Strategies for Nonprofits

For a full list of FAQs, please visit the Certificate in Nonprofit Human Service Management Program page here!

Establishing Successful Partnerships - University Roundtable
2023-04-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Online via Zoom
Join the Providers’ Council and the Human Service Forum to meet staff, network and learn from local universities in our upcoming university roundtable, Establishing Successful Partnerships.
In collaboration with the Human Service Forum, the Council is excited to present a panel of Massachusetts university representatives to discuss how your organization can best work with these institutions to meet and recruit current students for internships and careers. This event provides an opportunity to meet staff from local colleges with social work and public service programs from around the state, and will feature inside looks at career resources for students, as well as schools’ internship and/or co-op programs, to assist with understanding how to reach students.
Register Here!

During the session, the following topics will be discussed:

– How featured universities manage their internship, co-op and service-learning programs.
– Best practices around successful student placements with agencies.
– Opportunities for agencies to get involved in university job fairs and job boards.
– Reduced tuition and credit-for-experience opportunities for degree and continuing education programs for human services professionals.

Panel is representing the following organizations:
Bridgewater State University, Holyoke Community College, Lesley University, Westfield State University and William James College
