(Part 2 of 2) In this continuation from the Introduction to Motivational interviewing, participants will learn about the guiding spirit of MI and the four tasks and will have the opportunity to practice core skills and appropriately respond to challenges in an experiential skill-development training. This training is part 2 of 2 of the MI training required for Ohio START caseworkers, family peer mentors and supervisors. This training is intended for those that have attended Motivational Interviewing: An Introduction Training (part 1 of 2), OR a previous Introduction to Motivational Interviewing training. This session will also serve as a refresher for those that have previously attended an Introduction to MI training.

For All Ohio START Members: Take a moment to recharge with this monthly session focused on simple, practical ways to build resilience. Expect inspiration, reflection, and tools you can use in your work and daily life.

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Human trafficking is happening all around us?often in ways we don?t recognize. Through this training we will separate truth from myth, understand the vulnerabilities that put someone more at risk to be trafficked and see what part social media plays in grooming. We will also explore some of the possible signals that may call for additional questions and how to respond in a trauma-informed way.  This session will highlight trafficking within families, including situations where a family member facilitates exploitation, sometimes linked to substance use, housing insecurity, or other vulnerabilities. We will determine how this differs from other forms of trafficking, some of the signals that may call for additional questions, and how those questions might be asked in a trauma-informed manner. Finally, we will see what services are needed for empowerment and healing and some best practices to address this both professionally and as a member of the community.

Coaching calls are 1-hour trainings that focus on topics specific to implementation of START strategies. Coaching calls are held quarterly and may be attended by any Ohio START staff. They will be on the same date and time, the first or second Thursday and second Wednesday, from 9:00-10:00. The same content will be covered at each session, so participants only need attend one of the days.

Forensic Fluids will be joining us for our coaching call. To help shape a meaningful discussion with Forensic Fluids, please share any questions you?d like addressed here: https://forms.office.com/r/LfZNCePAri (ends 12/22)

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Coaching calls are 1-hour trainings that focus on topics specific to implementation of START strategies. Coaching calls are held quarterly and may be attended by any Ohio START staff. They will be on the same date and time, the first Thursday and second Wednesday, from 9:00-10:00. The same content will be covered at each session, so participants only need attend one of the days.

Forensic Fluids will be joining us for our coaching call. To help shape a meaningful discussion with Forensic Fluids, please share any questions you?d like addressed here: https://forms.office.com/r/LfZNCePAri (ends 12/22)

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For Ohio START Administrators: The Administrative Learning Community Call is a quarterly space providing updates, support, and space to connect with peers. Topics are based on current needs and feedback and may include certification, training, and implementation challenges.

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This introductory course provides staff new to the Ohio START program with the basics necessary to begin working with families. It includes a brief review of key aspects of START including eligibility, timelines, roles and responsibilities, and engaging clients and family serving agencies. Staff will also need to complete the full day Foundations 4 training when next available. This is not intended for anyone that has already attended Foundations 4.

SUPERVISORS ONLY: This 1-hour Professional Learning Community (PLC) for supervisors will meet bi-monthly. Based on input from the November 2024 Consortium meetings and the subsequent survey, these networking sessions will include a specific topic but will also allow time to discuss current challenges, suggestions and offer any pertinent updates. The topics are based on your input however, they may be subject to change depending on other issues that arise throughout the year. This is open to both PCSA and BH supervisors participating in Ohio START.

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By registering for this training you are committing to attend both sessions:
1/21/2026 from 9am-12pm &
1/22/2026 from 9am-12pm
One of the key ingredients in the Ohio START program is Family Team Meetings (FTM). This training will describe the core principles, components, and skills needed to successfully facilitate FTMs. This training is required for staff that will take active role in FTMs including: START CW supervisors, START CW caseworkers, FPM, and BH Supervisors/service coordinators.

This THREE day virtual training will be held January 26, 2026 through January 28, 2026. Participants will learn the philosophy, values and constructs of the Nurturing Parenting Programs. Participants must attend all 3 days to receive credit. It will be broken into 3 2-hour sections each day. 9:30-11:30 will be online virtual, 11:30-1:30 will be time for self-guided reading and reflection activities and then will return to online virtual 1:30-3:30.

Deadline to register is January 9, 2026.

This training is recommended for PCSA caseworkers, family peer mentors, behavioral health providers and anyone else in the county that may be working with Ohio START families.

For Family Peer Mentors: This monthly call offers space for Family Peer Mentors to connect, learn, and share strategies. Each session includes updates, peer support, and conversations around real-world challenges like stigma, advocacy, and promoting dignity in practice.

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The phenomenon of substance use disorders represents one of the most common forms of mental and emotional disorders within our society. Despite the pervasiveness of this illness there remains many myths and misconceptions which are associated with the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with use disorders. This curriculum highlights the disease model of substance use disorders as these illnesses are characterized as a chronic brain disease. As such, participants will be exposed to concepts of neurobiology as they apply to persons who confront use disorders. In addition, participants will be provided with an overview of research supported paradigms to empower individuals within the social service profession.