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THE NCVEWAA AND NCVECAP FALL TRAINING CONFERENCE - 2016

October 27 – 28, 2016

CLAMDIGGER INN

ATLANTIC BEACH, NORTH CAROLINA

A Professional Conference for:

Rehabilitation CounselorsVocational Evaluators

Substance Abuse CounselorsWork Adjustment Specialists

Private Sector Rehabilitation Case ManagersSchool-Based Assessment Specialists

Mental Health Specialists

Sponsored By:N.C. Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment Association and NC Vocational Evaluation and Career Assessment Professionals

We extend a warm NC welcome to the National VECAP Board who will be meeting with us.

Beach Conference AGENDA

Thursday, October 27, 2016

8:00-8:30 Registration and Opening RemarksContinental Breakfast Steve Sligar, President, NCVEWAABetty Beacham, Certification Officer

8:30-10:00 What Vocational Evaluators Need to Know in Supporting English Language Learners (ELL)Catherine Burzio, MA, PVEA well trained Vocational Evaluator is the driving force behind the tools and strategies of assessment. Based on educational support systems for ELL and SpEd populations and the regulations governing WIOA, this session provides information for Vocational Evaluators to establish and maintain a basic foundation of knowledge and resources regarding English Language Learners, including youth and those with barriers to employment.

Learning objectives: Participants will be able to 1. Define basic ELL acronyms and definitions2. Identify WIDA levels and apply to the Vocational Evaluation/Career Assessment

process3. Identify resources necessary for continued learning

10:00 - 10:30 BREAK

10:30 - 12:00 SERVING LGBPTTQQIIAA+ CONSUMERSPeter Eischens, MS, CRCSafe Space trainings have been facilitated on college campuses throughout the country to promote inclusivity of LGBT+ identities among the hetero-conforming and cis-gender campus majorities. Utilized by Minnesota Vocational Rehabilitation Services in 2015-2016, this training has been provided to 11 MN VRS offices and 200+ rehabilitation counselors, regional managers and support staff. This presentation will discuss how vocational evaluators in NC can replicate the model used by MN VRS to train staff in LGBT+ competency.

Learning objectives: Participants will be able to 1. Differentiate between biological sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

gender expression, gender perception and sexual behavior 2. Illustrate best practices for communicating with LGBT+ consumers (verbal

and nonverbal)3. Generate ideas to address issues in providing rehabilitation services to

LGBT+ consumers including: counseling, evaluating, assessing, job placement, job development, etc

12:00 - 1:00 Lunch On Your Own (National VECAP and NC VEWAA Board Meeting)

1:00 - 2:30 Multiculturalism, Rehabilitation, and Ethics: “A Love Story in the Face of Hate” Susan Sherman, PhD, CPM, CRC, LPC Relationships that are subject to legislation can be complicated. This documentary follows a couple, Barbara & Tibby, who shared 39 years together and lived in VA. On July 1, 2004, they were officially no longer recognized in their home state. This session follows their story and how legislation affected not only Barbara & Tibby but also the cultural landscape. What are the ethical and service implications of their story for vocational evaluators and rehabilitation counselors?

Learning objectives: Participants will be able to 1. Discuss ethics code implications related to counseling and laws;2. Identify the multicultural implications in the film;3. Discuss current legislation related to LBGTQ and how things have or have not

changed since 2004.

2:30 - 2:45 BREAK

2:45 – 4:00 Understanding Transition in Special Education Judy ImperatoreThis session reviews the Transition Services mandates within Special Education/IDEA and assessment as the First Call to Action. It will examine the various approaches and highlight critical elements including functional vocational evaluation. Participants will gain knowledge and insight to either improve their existing practices or begin to develop a new practice.

Learning objectives: Participants will be able to 1. Describe what IDEA requires2. Define transition assessment and functional vocational evaluation and

foundational elements3. Examine your own practices and learn formulate methods to improve

4:00 - 5:15 The Study Club Technique for Ethical and Clinical Skills DevelopmentMatt McClanahan, MEd, CRC & Steven Sligar, EdD, CVE, PVEThe presenters will provide a brief overview on resolving ethical issues as outlined under Section L of CRCC’s Code of Professional Ethics for Rehabilitation Counselors and under Section G for Vocational Evaluation Specialists, Work Adjustment Specialists, and Career Assessment Associates (p. 33-34 and p. 14-15 respectively). Additionally, the presenters will discuss the study club technique and how to apply it as an ethical decision-making model and consultation strategy. The participants will learn how to present a case for review that includes both practice and ethical implications. Along with a case presentation, participants will learn how to give constructive feedback to colleagues regarding ethical and other professional issues.

Learning objectives: Participants will be able to1. Recall professional standards for resolving ethical issues (CRC 02,

CVE/CWA/CCAA 05, PVE 05).2. Remember and understand how the study club technique can be utilized as

an ethical decision-making model and consultation strategy (CRC 02, CVE/CWA/CCAA 05, PVE 05).

3. Apply the study club technique as an ethical decision-making model and consultation strategy for practice (CRC 02, CVE/CWA/CCAA 05, PVE 05).

6:30–8:30 Networking and Pig Pickin’ Buffet

FRIDAY October 28, 2016

7:30 - 8:30 Registration, Announcements and Hot Breakfast Buffet

8:30 - 10:00 The Business of Vocational Evaluation: An Expert's Perspective Michael McClanahan, PhD.Vocational Evaluator Professionals’ skills have long been appreciated in a variety of settings including the State-Federal Vocational Rehabilitation system, schools, private sector, and forensic. Almost any instance where employment is of concern can fall under the purview of the Vocational Evaluator, and it is not uncommon for vocational evaluation reports to find their way into arenas not anticipated when the reports were being generated. The purpose of this session is to examine legal and ethical issues encountered by the Vocational Evaluator when the vocational evaluation finds itself scrutinized in a forensic setting, either by design or happenstance.

Learning objectives: Participants will be able to1. Recognize and respond to ethical and legal issues in the vocational evaluation

process;2. Select instruments and employ processes that are legally acceptable in all settings;3. Write legally defensible reports that are also useful in the vocational rehabilitation

process.

10:00 - 10:30 BREAK

10:30 - 12:00 Utilizing Cognitive Rehabilitation to Decrease the Vocational Gap for Individuals with a Brain InjuryRachel Weber, MS, CRC, CBIS and John Humphreys, MS, CRC, CBIS

Individuals with brain injuries frequently face cognitive challenges following their injury which often impairs the skills necessary for recovery and with finding and maintaining employment. However, cognitive rehabilitation can assist individuals in their recovery process, improve skills, and learn strategies required for employment success. This session will address the vocational gap many people with brain injuries experience, the reasons for the vocational gap, and how cognitive rehabilitation can support individuals with brain injuries in learning and relearning the skills necessary for securing and maintaining gainful employment.

Learning objectives: Participants will be able to1. Explain the vocational gap many individuals with brain injuries experience and

identify reasons 2. Describe what cognitive rehabilitation is and what it entails3. Demonstrate how cognitive rehabilitation can support individuals with brain

injuries to obtain and maintain competitive employment

12:00- DOOR PRIZES

HAVE A SAFE TRIP HOME!!!________________________________________________________________________

CONFERENCE FACULTY

Catherine Burzio, MA, PVE, serves as a Vocational Evaluator for the Career Assessment Center, Loudoun County Public Schools. (Virginia) Ms. Burzio formerly served as Transition Coordinator of a nationally recognized Parent Training and Information Center Transition program funded by US Department of Education, Rehabilitation Services Administration. She has worked nationally, providing technical assistance on Communities of Practice and Transition and actively partners with the National Community of Practice - Transition and NTACT (National Technical Assistance Center on Transition) providing technical assistance on transitioning youth and their families. She received a master’s degree in Transition Special Education-Collaborative Vocational Evaluation Training from The George Washington University. Using both personal and professional experience, Ms. Burzio encourages collaborative partnerships between families, students, educators, and service providers, leading to more effective transition outcomes for youth.

Peter Eischens, MS, CRC, graduated with his Master’s degree from Saint Cloud State University in MN. Throughout his graduate work, he has facilitated over 40 trainings to rehabilitation counselors, mental health providers, direct care service workers, substance abuse counselors and other health related organizations on working with consumers/clients who identify as LGBT+. He is currently enrolled in the Rehabilitation Counseling and Administration PhD program at East Carolina University.

John Humphreys, MS, CRC, CBIS, is a Resource Consultant with Community Partnerships, Inc. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Georgia and his Master of Science in Rehabilitation Studies with an emphasis in Counseling and Vocational Evaluation from East Carolina University. John is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) as well as a Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS). He assists individuals with acquired brain injuries to identify and overcome barriers to competitive employment.

Judy Imperatore, MEd, is an expert in the field of transition and for 17 years has owned a consulting firm providing exemplary services to local and national organizations on transition. The company’s flagship product is its Comprehensive Transition Assessment and Vocational Evaluation that has been recognized as the most comprehensive assessment presently available. Her company is also known for its delivery of transition services that includes innovative approaches to work/career and postsecondary education. She is regularly hired as an expert witness in litigation matters. Currently, Judy serves as president of the Division of DCDT and is a board member for VECAP.

Matthew L. McClanahan, MEd, CRC, graduated with his Master’s degree from Auburn University. Mr. McClanahan has worked as a vocational rehabilitation counselor and as a journalist. He is currently enrolled in the Rehabilitation Counseling and Administration PhD program at East Carolina University.

Michael McClanahan, Ph.D., is the owner of Vocational & Rehabilitation Consultants, an Auburn, Alabama, company that specializes in the provision of vocational and rehabilitation services in both forensic and non-litigated cases. He has regularly testified as an expert witness over the past 35+ years in personal injury, workers’ compensation, Social Security and civil cases. His specialties include vocational evaluation, calculation of diminution of wage-earning capacity, and job development and placement. He received a Ph.D. from Auburn University, and Master's degree from the University of Georgia. He is a Senior Disability Analyst and Fellow with the American Board of Disability Analysts.

Susan G. Sherman, PhD, CPM, CRC, LPC is an assistant professor and Director of the MS Program in Rehabilitation Counseling at ECU. She received her PhD in Rehabilitation Counselor Education from Michigan State University and earned her B.S. and M.S. in Rehabilitation Services

from Florida State University. She has many years of service with the State of Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency as a counselor and administrator and is a past President of NRA.

Steven R. Sligar, EdD, CVE, PVE is a professor and coordinator of the graduate Certificate Program in Vocational Evaluation at ECU. He has over 40 years of experience as a vocational evaluator, administrator, consultant, and professor. He has made over 250 presentations and has 52 publications on vocational evaluation, administration, and deafness rehabilitation.

Rachel Weber, MS, CRC is a Cognitive Rehabilitation Therapist (CRT) at Community Partnerships, Inc. She received her M.S. in Rehabilitation Counseling and Psychology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC) and is Certified as a Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS). Rachel completed her internship as a clinical therapist working with clients with various mental health diagnoses. As a CRT, Rachel works with clients with traumatic brain injuries to learn or relearn skills that have been compromised as a result of their injury and helps them address emotional issues to adjust to their lives post-injury.

CONTINUING EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION CREDIT

Ten hours of credit is approved for the full conference.

Credits will be reduced accordingly for early departures.

Call Betty Beacham, 252-830-8560, if you have any questions regarding these credits.

Pre-Approved CRC, CVE, PVE, Credit: These credits are administratively sponsored by NCVEWAA. Certificates of Attendance for the specific credit will be issued to those who need them.

LPC Credit: Licensed Professional Counselors may use the CRC pre-approved credit. The CRC form can be duplicated and used for CRC and LPC, CCM, CDMS, etc. requirements.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Bring all of your certification numbers with you. They are required to complete certification forms.

MOTEL RESERVATIONSThe Clam Digger Inn511 Salter Path Road

Atlantic Beach NC 28512800/338-1533

www.clamdiggerinn.com

Request the conference room rate when making reservations by phone. The website is unable to accept reservations at this time.

Questions regarding this conference? CONTACT:

Jimmie McIver or Betty Beacham at (252) 830-8560

DRESS CODE: Casual, Comfortable (remember this is at the beach).

State Employees (NC): Request conference attendance through usual channels!

REGISTRATIONNCVEWAA/NCVECAP FALL TRAINING CONFERENCE – 2016

Name: Address:

Telephone: E-mail Address:_______________________

Organizational Membership:

Organization Member Number Organization Member NumberNRA/NCRA ACA or ARCAVEWAA/NCVEWAA PARCVECAP IARP/IARP of Carolinas

If full-time student - University:

PRE-REGISTRATION FEES (DUE 10/10/2016) REGISTRATION AT CONFERENCE(Payment Must Be Received By: 10/10/2016

Organizational Member $70 Non-Organizational Member $80

Non-member $100 Non-member $110

Student (full time) $25 Student (full time) $35

Exhibitor $80 Exhibitor $100

Pig Pickin’ and Social $15 per person

Total Due Total Due

Note: The hotel requires firm advance notice of the attendees for the social.

CHECKS PAYABLE TO: NC Beach Conference (Division dues must be current in above indicated organization(s).

ACCOMMODATIONS: Please advise of any special accommodations you need for the conference by the earliest possible date (no later than October 1st, 2016).

REGISTRATION FOR EXHIBITORS

Limited space available for employers and vendors who want an exhibit table. The exhibit charge is $80 (includes registration for one person). Acceptance based on availability of space.

ExhibitorOrganizationAddress

Phone

RETURN PRE-REGISTRATION FORM AND FEES BY October 10, 2016 TO:

Betty Beacham, PVE, Registrar7278 Highway 17 SouthChocowinity, NC 27817Phone: 252-830-8560