This training will underscore the relationship between traumatic experiences and substance use disorders. The curriculum will also address the barriers commonly identified when servicing persons who confront the disease of addiction and have a history of trauma. Specific research-supported paradigms will be offered to assist professionals who serve this population.

(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.

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:
9/22/2025 from 1pm-4pm &
9/23/2025 from 1pm-4pm
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.

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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By registering for this training you are committing to attend both sessions:
10/7/2025 from 1pm-4pm &
10/8/2025 from 1pm-4pm
This two day, training from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm focuses on behavioral health treatment provider strategies within START that support behavioral health treatment and child welfare outcomes. This training is REQUIRED for PCSA START Supervisors and Administrators; BH treatment provider agency(ies) administrators, supervisors/service coordinators; FPM hiring BH agency supervisor (if applicable). START local teams should attend together and will have the opportunity to discuss how the strategies will be implemented in their community.

The Quarterly Coaching Call will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. 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.

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For Ohio START Caseworkers: The Caseworker Learning Community Calls are a quarterly forum for START caseworkers to network with one another, share successes, ask questions and learn from each other.  Additionally, each call will explore topics based on emerging needs from the field.

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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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For Behavioral Health Partners: The Behavioral Health Learning Community Call is a quarterly conversation focused on supporting Ohio START families through trauma-informed care, collaboration, and real-world strategies. Each session will highlight a relevant topic and include space for shared learning.

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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.

This training provides an opportunity to learn information regarding substance use, definitions and classes of different substances and medications utilized for stabilization and support recovery. It will provide an overview of the impact on the brain, family roles and recovery process. This is a required training for START Caseworkers,
Family Peer Mentors (FPM) and Child Welfare Supervisors.

By registering for this training you are committing to attend both sessions:
10/30/2025 from 9am-12pm &
10/31/2025 from 9am-12pm
This training will assist participants with how to use the evidence-based screening tool (UNCOPE), interpret the results, provide feedback to the parent and offer recommendations to seek further assessment for treatment services. This training is required for Ohio START caseworkers, family peer mentors, supervisors, non-START CW staff responsible for administering the UNCOPE, suggested for BH supervisors/service coordinators and optional for CW administrators and BH administrators.