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"The @WHO Vision and #eye care programme has recently announced the publication of the Vision and eye screening implementation handbook (VESIH). The VESIH offers a step-by-step guidance for conducting vision and eye screenings in #community and #primary care settings. These evidence-based interventions are drawn from the WHO Package of eye care interventions and have been developed with a focus on delivering screenings easily, #safely, and effectively in low- and low–intermediate-resource settings. The guidance covers vision and eye screening in #newborns, #pre-school children, school #children, and #older #adults." - https://lnkd.in/d8TYVEab

Evidence-Based Practices for SLPs Who Work With Children. Check out ASHA's 'In Case You Missed It' for case studies and other evidence-based research for speech-language pathologists (SLPs) working in schools. These forums provide tools and guidance for SLPs to use when working with childhood literacy, neurodiverse children, and pediatric voice. #cbstherapy #Autism #Behavior #SpeechTherapy #SLP

Clear communication is important to parents, helping to avoid mixed messages. We understand the challenges and concerns parents have raised regarding the shortage of Educational Psychologists. The Head of Inclusion provided an update to address these issues and share the efforts being made to improve the service. The situation at present includes: • three off-island Educational Psychologists (EPs) assisting with statutory work whom all have previous experience working with the Jersey team • three EPs and an assistant EP working with schools on the island • active recruiting for additional staff is taking place having secured one new psychologist starting in August, with more interviews scheduled; however, some delays in statutory work due to illness and maternity leave have occurred • a policy change regarding privately commissioned reports has taken place. Reports by licensed practitioners are now considered when processing a request for a Record of Need (RoN) The Forum appreciates the transparency of this update and the work and efforts in place to improve this service. #Send #recordofneed #inclusion

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 ❌ One week on, I’m still in disbelief of the full report within a UK special needs school. The full report suggests that pupils were being kicked, punched and tortured leaving them all in horrific ways both mentally and physically. This is not the first time this has happened. Over the last couple of years, incidents have occurred with students going through similar traumatic experiences. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗲? 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗲 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆? 🏫Comprehensive inspections of all school environments, with specific focus on safeguarding procedures, especially for those schools who work with neurodivergent children and individuals with learning disabilities. 🏫Increase financial support for Special Educational needs and disabilities (SEND) expertise. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗮𝗺 𝗜 𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀? Here at Starfyn Recruitment, we partner with Schools, Colleges and alternative Provisions helping to recruit suitable and qualified Special Education Needs (SEN) staff. By specialising in SEN recruitment and partnering with our clients, we have been able to create lasting relationships built on trust, honesty, and transparency. Over the last couple of weeks, I have been connecting and discussing some of the key hiring challenges many Special needs environments find in this current market, when looking to secure temporary, contract and full-time staffing. It would be great to continue to share these solutions with my network whilst being able to provide key insights and proven solutions to similar organisations with the same issues and how to overcome them. #SEN #StarfynEducation #HowICanHelp?

Choices Integrates Adolescent Recovery Services in Worcester

Evidence reveals that children in conflict with the law frequently endure a range of trauma and adversity. These experiences shape their behaviour and interactions with the justice system, making it crucial for practitioners to adopt a trauma-informed approach. Section 5 of our Practice Guide is dedicated to raising awareness about the significance of understanding trauma and its implications for youth justice practice. By integrating this knowledge, professionals can better support young people, leading to more effective interventions and outcomes. Explore Section 5 to deepen your understanding: https://lnkd.in/etY29G_K #YouthJustice #TraumaInformed #Adversity #ChildWelfare #JusticeReform

Things that are now stuck in my head:- 1. On there being absolutely no evidence the student has done what they have been accused of doing, the university Investigating Officer said: “I am concerned you lack insight into your actions” 2. On introducing medical evidence from a clinical psychologist the Investigating Officer said: “it’s not from a GP so we shouldn’t accept it” (not true). 3. On reporting a newly diagnosed disability the university told the student: “you should have told us sooner and anyway your adjustments would be the same” (not true). #students #highereducation #university #appeals #complaints #disability #disabiltysupport

Looking for research in the field of #neurodiversity #recruitment and emergency services, such as #police #firefighting #ambulance. I am interested in #ADHD and how high emergency level jobs may potentially attract people with #dopamine shortages. The questions I pose: How a physical immersion in an emergency activity responds to ADHD needs? How could the sectors/roles which offer such potential attract the right people? There is not much out there on this topic yet, so I am putting a mini project through. Give me a shout if interested 😀

A Critical Look at School Threat Assessments: Ensuring Safety and Support In an era where the safety of our schools is under constant scrutiny, the role of threat assessments has never been more vital. A recent article by Dr. Isabella Caldwell offers profound insights into the complexities of evaluating students’ readiness to return to school following threats of violence. Here are the crucial takeaways: 1. The Stark Reality: With firearms being the leading cause of death for children and teens in the U.S., and over 350,000 students experiencing gun violence in their schools since the 1990s, the imperative for effective threat assessments is clear. 2. Differentiating Risk from Threat: Traditional risk assessments, while critical in psychiatric settings, do not suffice in predicting a student’s potential for targeted violence. A more nuanced, team-based investigative approach is required for accurate threat assessment. 3. The Multidisciplinary Team Approach: Dr. Caldwell highlights the importance of forming or consulting with threat assessment teams, comprising experts from various fields, to avoid the pitfalls of incomplete evaluations and to ensure comprehensive support for students. 4. The Dangers of “Zero Tolerance” Policies: While intended to ensure safety, such policies can lead to adverse outcomes, including unnecessary involvement in the justice system and academic failure, without improving safety outcomes. 5. Understanding and Intervention: The goal of threat assessments is not punitive but rather to understand the underlying causes of a student’s behavior and to intervene in a way that addresses their social, emotional, and behavioral needs. 6. Education and Prevention: The article also underscores the importance of educating families on gun safety and advocating for evidence-based threat assessment procedures in schools. The article serves as a grim reminder of the urgency of addressing this issue. Dr. Caldwell’s expertise and insights into the vital role of child and adolescent psychiatrists in school threat assessments provide a roadmap for creating safer educational environments. As professionals, we must advocate for and implement these evidence-based practices to protect our students and ensure a supportive pathway back to school for those who have posed threats. Let’s engage in this critical dialogue and work together to foster a safe and inclusive environment for all students. #SchoolSafety #ThreatAssessment #MentalHealthAwareness #EducationPolicy #ChildPsychiatry Association of Threat Assessment Professionals (ATAP)