What is PARedu?
No, we did not become a university overnight. However, we are here to educate! PARedu will offer a combination of educational trainings, development programs and informative webinars, organized by PAR, that are available to PAR members and non-members. We believe that training and development for our industry presents prime learning opportunities to expand one's knowledge base in various subjects which in turn strengthens the capacity of your team.
Click here for a list of past trainings.
Interested in becoming a part of the PARedu lineup? Fill out the below PARedu Proposal Form.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Keeping it Professional: Boundaries, Common Courtesies and Customer Services in the Workplace
In this training staff will:
- Learn the 6 Ps of Constructive Customer Service, particularly as they apply to the I/DD system.
- Build solid habits of ownership and follow through.
- Create and sustain a culture of positive communication that supports the work moving correctly and on time.
- Recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma in the workplace and execute empathy-based interaction strategies that support individuals...and coworkers.
- Uncover ways to help individuals to develop deeper and more meaningful personal relationships.
- Gain clarity around agency expectations of professional behavior and professional boundaries.
- Learn how to successfully deescalate defensiveness and create an environment that fosters success for the individuals they serve...and for each other.
- Complete a deep dive into their own communication style, priorities, and what motivates them in the workplace, and learn techniques for working with those who are wired differently.
DEI Workshop: Creating Inclusive Communications Plans
Wednesday // September 27
9:00 am - 12:00 pm // Virtual
Speaker Bio
Trust and engagement are important factors for any organization, especially an organization trying to implement change. A strong communication plan tailored to organizational stakeholders strengthens relationships. Also, access to information is influence. During this workshop, attendees will
- Learn the importance of communications in DEI initiatives
- Understand how to make communications work inclusive and accessible
- Create a comprehensive communications plan
LSW, HRCI and SHRM CEUs will be offered for this training.
This training will be recorded and shared with all registrants. The recording will be valid for 30 days!
The Fine Art of Mentoring - The Buddy System
Thursday // October 5
9:00 - 11:00 am // Virtual
Speaker Bio
Time is perhaps the most valuable commodity in the I/DA system today. Keeping up with rules, regulations, and ISP compliance as well as staff scheduling is a significant stressor. Figuring out how to free up time to train new hires or staff who are in need of “positional refreshing” can be almost impossible. BUT, you have a resource that can help alleviate this stress and help improve the skills of new hires. MENTORING by using more senior staff to train and support less senior staff.
In this training, participants will learn:
- The four (4) positive reasons to become a mentor.
- The four (4) wrong reasons to become a mentor.
- What a mentor is and what mentoring involves.
- The CRITICAL statement that mentors must use constantly!
- The do’s and don’ts of mentoring.
- The basic steps of teaching a task!
- How to teach a skill and demonstrate to participants.
This training is designed for Supervisors, Managers, Program & HR Directors, and others working in ID/A.
LSW, HRCI and SHRM CEUs will be offered for this training.
This training will be recorded and shared with all registrants. The recording will be valid for 30 days!
DEI Workshop: Improving Interpersonal Relationships through Cultural Humility
Wednesday // October 11
9:00 am - 12:00 pm // Virtual
Speaker Bio
Interpersonal relationships can affect organizational engagement, performance, and culture. Given the influential impact they are, many leaders struggle with communicating with people who don’t look or think like them. In this workshop, we’ll introduce the concept of cultural humility. Cultural Humility is a philosophy where you meet people where they are at, don't make assumptions about someone based on their identity, and understand the power balances in relationships. Approaching this philosophy can improve interpersonal relationships between your employees. This workshop will help attendees:
- Understand Cultural Humility and its Positive Impact
- Learn about Power Dynamics in Relationship and Group Settings
- Practice inclusive communications skills
LSW, HRCI and SHRM CEUs will be offered for this training.
This training will be recorded and shared with all registrants. The recording will be valid for 30 days!
Frontline Supervisor Training
Wednesday & Thursday // October 18 & 19
9:00 - 12:00 pm // Virtual
Speaker Bio
You’ve just received a big promotion, a new set of keys, access to approve timesheets, and an eager team to supervise, educate, support, and lead. Problem is, nobody’s shown you how. As a frontline supervisor you are a pivotal link in the service delivery chain and the key to your organization’s effectiveness. (No pressure.) You are now completely responsible for the performance of your team, regulatory compliance, translating instructions from upper management, and staff development, all while performing a multitude of administrative tasks and helping to ensure the health and welfare of those we serve. Chances are, you could use a few new tools in your management toolbox. In these two half-days of hands-on training with Sara Sherman, supervisors will:
- Learn the 10 Fundamentals of Supervision
- Discover the secret to finding and addressing the root cause of performance issues
- Identify their own supervisory strengths and vulnerabilities
- Understand two of the most challenging employee personality types, and learn how to stop them in their tracks
- Leave with a written Supervisory Success Outline
This training is a 6 hour training split over two days. Attendees should plan on attending both days of this two-day, two-part training.
This training is designed for current and future frontline supervisors.
LSW, SHRM, and HRCI CEUs will be offered for this training.
This training will be recorded and shared with all registrants. The recording will be valid for 30 days!
**In-Person** Leadership Institute
Thursday & Friday // October 19 & 20
Day 1 10:30 am - 5:00 pm // In-person
Day 2 9:00 am - 3:00 pm // In-person
Speaker Bio
Location: Partners for Quality, Rec 333, 333 Penn Center Blvd. Pittsburgh, PA 15235
The topics covered in this 2-Day Leadership Training include positive communication strategies for managers, critical management skills, crisis management, and developing a positive workplace culture. These training sessions enhance communication, leadership, conflict resolution, and workplace dynamics. Participants will learn how to effectively communicate in various contexts, motivate staff, handle crises, and foster a positive and appreciative work environment. Participants will also learn through role play scenarios, behavioral demonstration and other humorous activities! Click here for more information on the topics covered.
Strategic Planning
Wednesday // November 29
9:00 - 11:00 am // Virtual
Speaker Bio
Aggressive competition, changing rules, staff recruitment/retention, funding changes/challenges, managed care, and, of course, the pandemic - these are significant challenges across the DD field today, and as our Native American ancestors said, “If you don’t know where you’re going, there are many paths to take you there!” Strategic planning will set you on your path to identifying and accomplishing your goals, and it is critical for growth and survival. Yet, many entities “limp” along reacting to, instead of “preparing for” these challenges.
In this training, participants will learn:
- The 14 Planning Goals common across Agencies
- How to identify three to five goal areas for their Agency.
- The value of using a Quarterly Goal Progress template.
- The incredible “Statement of Flexibility!”
- How to pick a goal and develop a corresponding behavioral Objective.
This training is designed for all leaders in the ID/A field.
LSW, HRCI and SHRM CEUs will be offered for this training.
This training will be recorded and shared with all registrants. The recording will be valid for 30 days!
DEI Workshop: Becoming an Equity Champion
Wednesday // December 6
9:00 am - 12:00 pm // Virtual
Speaker Bio
Diversity, equity, and inclusion work starts with you. People drive success. Without a personal vision, self-assessments, tools for accountability, and resources, individuals struggle to make progress in their DEI journeys. This workshop will help leaders with education, tools, and skill development to become equity champions in their organizations. During this workshop, attendees will:
- Learn how to assess your own bias and privilege,
- Discover tools for self-accountability and self-care, and
- Practice advocating for yourself, your colleagues, and the organization
LSW, HRCI and SHRM CEUs will be offered for this training.
This training will be recorded and shared with all registrants. The recording will be valid for 30 days!
Appreciology
Wednesday // December 13
9:00 - 11:00 am // Virtual
Speaker Bio
Nearly 40% of staff report leaving their jobs because of feeling “underappreciated!” The old styles of Leadership are no longer effective given a new staff generation, new technologies and new issues never before encountered. Through a seriously humorous presentation Mr. Speaks and Dr. Greg will discuss the art and science of appreciation which will assist in expanding your LEADERSHIP TOOL KIT!
In this training, participants will learn:
- The six (6) principles of appreciation.
- Four (4) practical ways to demonstrate appreciation.
- How to hold staff accountable while using appreciative techniques.
- How appreciation and assist with recruitment, retention and agency reputation.
This training is designed for all leaders in the ID/A field.
LSW, HRCI and SHRM CEUs will be offered for this training.
This training will be recorded and shared with all registrants. The recording will be valid for 30 days!
PARedu Trainings are an initiative of Pennsylvania Advocacy and Resources for Autism and Intellectual Disability, a 501(c)3 organization.
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