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Training for both Volunteer and Visitation Staff is a high priority for Aviva. Because of the complex nature of the social services system and the issues of confidentiality, training takes place over the course of three Saturdays.

The training program is explained in greater detail below. Click here for a complete schedule of 2008 training dates.

Session I

The relationship of Aviva and Volunteers to CPS
. Mandatory reporting, HIPPA and confidentiality.  CPS: the organization and functions.  Juvenile court process.

Session II  (Not required for Mentors, Tutors or Life Book Writers)

Expanded explanation of the CPS process/decision making in conjunction with the model court process.  Court testimony.  Documentation. Visit supervision. Transportation guidelines.

Session III

Connections.  Communications techniques.  Race and Culture.  History of CPS.  Ecosystemic/Solution-Focused/Strength-based Intervention and Perspective.  Common Mental Health Issues.  Terminating with your clients.

 

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