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Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) are essential tools in supporting students with special needs. While BIPs include comprehensive details on behavior, data, and interventions, a concise BIP Summary allows teachers and support staff to implement strategies more efficiently. Discover best practices for creating a BIP Summary that supports effective behavior management in the classroom. #SpecialEducation #BehaviorIntervention #BIP #TeacherSupport #InclusiveEducation #BallouEducation

Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) are essential tools in supporting students with special needs. While BIPs include comprehensive details on behavior, data, and interventions, a concise BIP Summary allows teachers and support staff to implement strategies more efficiently. Discover best practices for creating a BIP Summary that supports effective behavior management in the classroom. #SpecialEducation #BehaviorIntervention #BIP #TeacherSupport #InclusiveEducation #BallouEducation

"Trauma-Informed Supervision" returns this month. This workshop provides supervisors and managers the opportunity to explore how the principles of trauma-informed practice can be integrated into their work with staff teams.  Practices including clinical supervision, performance reviews, incident debriefing, vicarious trauma and burn out will be addressed. Who Should Attend? This course is recommended for supervisors and managers who would like to develop their supervisory skills or learn more about trauma-informed approaches to supervision. Reserve your spot today. https://buff.ly/39paEKm #traumainformedsupervision #clinicalsupervision #professionaldevelopment

Hello everyone! I am so happy to share with all of you that my thesis was published today in the Journal of Organizational Behavior Management! https://lnkd.in/gBRCdM9h I would like to thank my family and friends for their continual support. I love you all and am who I am because of you. Further, I would like to thank Florida Institute of Technology for providing me with this opportunity and my co-authors Katie Nicholson, Sandhya Rajagopal, James Riswick-Estelle, M.S., BCBA, Nic Weatherly, Ph.D., and Catalina Rey for their help in refining and publishing this crucial work! In this article, we used Behavioral Skills Training, which includes instructions, modeling, rehearsal, and feedback, to teach human service staff how to respond in active shooter scenarios. Historically training in active violence circumstances seems to fall into two categories: passive or traumatizing. Passive training entails watching a video or presentation whereas active training requires practice of each expected behavior. Engaging in active training allows for rehearsal and therefore has the potential to reduce the "freeze" phenomenon that often occurs in emergencies. While there has been work with active training components, depending on trainer implementation, learners have walked away traumatized or injured. The goal of this work, the function of my behavior, is to have individuals walk away feeling empowered and prepared rather than scared. It is crucial to have effective, active, nontraumatic training for behavior sets that have the potential to save lives. If you are outside of my field, and interested in reading, send me a message as I have an Eprint link I can share 😁 #behavioranalysis #behaviorskillstraining #organizationalbehaviormanagement #OBM #JOBM #activeviolence #training #research

𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙙 𝙥𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙮 𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩. 𝙂𝙔𝙎𝙏 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜’𝙨 𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙁𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙢 𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩 𝙤𝙛 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙞𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙖 𝙘𝙡𝙞𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝙬𝙝𝙞𝙘𝙝 𝙥𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙡𝙤𝙜𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡, 𝙥𝙨𝙮𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙥𝙝𝙮𝙨𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚𝙩𝙮 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙧𝙜𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙗𝙚𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙙𝙙𝙚𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚. 🔥𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙁𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙧 2.0 𝙞𝙨 𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚🔥… and the feedback is outstanding! 👌 Driven by psychological research and bang up to date 🔬 ✅ 👌 Flexible delivery by expert psychologists anywhere in the world 🌎✅ 👌Up to six levels of embedding to ensure positive change really sticks ✅ 👌 Builds internal capability by training champions in the facilitation of CareFactor Program essentials, with comprehensive facilitator guides 👩🎓✅ 👌 Puts the psychology behind the principles of Human & Organizational Performance (HOP) and enables meaningful and powerful application ✅ 👌 Provides not just the topics, but a menu of frameworks to guide successful Learning Teams ✅ Find out more here👇🏼 info@gystconsulting.com.au #FromComplianceToCare #CareFactorProgram GYST Consulting Pty Ltd

In the article "State of Current Training for Severe Problem Behavior: A Survey" (2020), authors Richard A. Colombo, Rachel S. Taylor, and Jennifer L. Hammond explore the landscape of training programs designed to equip professionals with the skills necessary to manage severe problem behaviors. 💡 The study: 1.    aimed to replicate and extend findings from a previous study by surveying BCBAs and BCBA-Ds with experience in treating severe challenging behaviors in home settings. The results indicated a lack of initial and ongoing support for these practitioners, especially in the context of severe problem behaviors. 2.    highlighted concerns about the quality of training provided to BCBAs, particularly in addressing severe problem behaviors. Many new BCBAs reported being assigned clients without receiving proper training (43.2% did not receive training). 3.    emphasized the importance of ongoing evaluation and mentorship for recently certified BCBAs, in order to maintain competence and improve the quality of services provided, especially in cases involving severe problem behavior. 4.    raised concerns about the limited exposure to Functional Analysis (FA) methodology, which is considered a gold standard in assessing and treating severe problem behavior. Only a minority of respondents received training on FA more than once, potentially impacting their understanding of fundamental behavior analysis concepts. 5.    identified a lack of experience in working with adult populations, with only a small percentage of respondents primarily working with adults in the home setting. Given the increasing need for behavior analysts in adult services, the study recommended further research to address this gap in training and expertise. Colombo, R. A., Taylor, R. S., & Hammond, J. L. (2020). State of Current Training for Severe Problem Behavior: A Survey. Behavior analysis in practice, 14(1), 11–19. https://lnkd.in/dEEQMswK

As all seasoned professionals know, engaging clients in conversations about change is not easy. Further, while we often think of engagement as something that happens at the start of treatment, keeping clients engaged throughout the treatment experience is critical to success. This training module focuses on skills for building and maintaining therapeutic engagement with clients whose lives have been characterized by adversity and distrust, thus revealing the transformative power of listening as a full-body experience. 🔹Demonstrate skills for deeply listening to and understanding clients 🔹Describe four components of the “spirit” of motivational interviewing 🔹Explain the difference between motivational interviewing and person-centered and other models of care Learn more about the Mastering Empathic Listening and Compassionate Practice course with Stephen Andrew LCSW LADC CCS certified MI Trainer: https://lnkd.in/eGRNzruG #SaferSociety #MotivationalInterviewing #MI #ClinicalCounselor #Counseling #Therapy #MentalHealth #TherapeuticEngagement #Empathy

Promoting positive peer interactions isn't just about making people feel good—it's a vital component of fostering a healthy, productive environment. From a behavioral perspective, clear expectations, role-playing, positive peer reporting, and structured social activities are powerful tools to shape and maintain desirable behaviors. By consistently reinforcing positive interactions, we can create a supportive community that naturally deters negative behaviors. Understanding the functions of behavior, we recognize that these strategies work by providing consistent, positive reinforcement for pro-social actions. This not only strengthens these behaviors but also reduces the likelihood of behavioral challenges arising. When individuals know what is expected, feel equipped to handle social situations, and receive recognition for their efforts, they are more likely to engage in and sustain positive interactions. At PCMA, we are dedicated to supporting schools and facilities in their mission to build positive learning environments. By integrating these behaviorally-based strategies, we empower educators and administrators to foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and mutual support. Our commitment extends beyond providing resources—we partner with institutions to implement effective practices that create lasting, positive change. Together, we can cultivate environments where everyone feels valued and capable of achieving their best. Reach out to moreinfo@pcma.com to discover how you can join the PCMA movement by becoming a certified instructor in Professional Crisis Management and EveryDay BehaviorTools. Equip yourself today with ABA-based tools to train others in creating safer, positive, and more productive learning environments. Let's make a difference together! #PositivePeerInteractions #BehavioralScience #CommunityBuilding #PCMA #SupportiveEnvironments #ProactivePrevention #BehaviorAnalysis

Defo one to get in your calendar #ILovePeerSupport

Implementing proactive Tier 3 behavior intervention is challenging but achievable with the right strategies and resources. Here are some great tips! #TeacherChat #SchoolLeaders #K12 Branching Minds