Case Practice Essentials For Child Welfare Professionals

Case Practice Essentials For Child Welfare Professionals

A local collaborative training opportunity for Benzie, Lake, Mason, Manistee, Mecosta, Newaygo, Oceana, Osceola and Wexford Counties

Host: State Court Administrative Office - Child Welfare Services

Date: Friday, July 13, 2018

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Venue: West Shore Community College

Location: Scottville, Michigan

Street Address: 3000 N .Stiles Road, Scottville, MI 49454

Target Audience:
This training is intended for Jurists, LGALS, prosecutors, parent attorneys, MDHHS, private agencies and tribes from the following counties: Benzie, Lake, Mason, Manistee, Mecosta, Newaygo, Oceana, Osceola and Wexford.

Training Description:
This training will provide participants with an overview of the legal framework governing child protective proceedings, including the applicable statutes, court rules, and MDHHS policy. In the afternoon, participants will learn about the Indian Child Welfare Act and the Michigan Indian Family Preservation Act as there are heightened requirements for Indian children. The day will conclude with a session on strategies for drafting effective petitions and reports, as well as tips to improve courtroom testimony.

Speaker(s):

• Jennifer A. Pilette, Adjunct Professor of Law, University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and Wayne State University Law School, and Juvenile Referee (ret.), Wayne County Third Circuit Court

• Casey M. Anbender, JD, Court Analyst, State Court Administrative Office

• Glenn Jackson III, JD, Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney, Mason County

• Stacey M. Tadgerson, Director, Native American Affairs, MDHHS
  

Is registration required?
Yes. Registration is required and on-site registration is not available. Please do not register to attend this training unless you have scheduling flexibility and have received the necessary authorization to attend. Excessive nonattendance without prior cancellation will result in limited access to future CWS training events.

Who should I contact with questions?
For general assistance, please contact Kate McPherson, SCAO-CWS Administrative Assistant, at McphersonK@courts.mi.gov or 517-373-5322. For questions regarding the training content, please contact Elizabeth Henderson, SCAO-CWS Court Analyst, at HendersonE@courts.mi.gov or 517-373­-2621.

Can I update my registration information?
Yes. You can update your information (name, email, answers, etc.). Click on the following link for a step by step tutorial: http://help.eventbrite.com/customer/en_us/portal/articles/430100-how-to-update-your-ticket-registration-information

Do I have to print and bring my registration confirmation to the event?
No. There will be a sign in sheet at the SCAO-CWS registration desk outside of the meeting room.

The name on the registration doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?
No. Please use the attendee's name only.

I need an overnight guest room at the hotel.
The State Court Administrative Office has a limited block of discounted guest rooms at the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Ludington, Michigan. Travel and lodging expenses are the responsibility of the participant. All reservations must be made by the participant through the Hotel’s Reservation Department at: (231) 845-7311. The room block will close on Tuesday, June 27, 2018 or when the block is full. When and if you need to make a reservation, please reference the block name “State Court Administrative Office".

When do I receive a Certificate of Attendance?
All attendees will receive a Certificate of Attendance via email within one week of the training. The certificates are for proof of attendance and tracking of participation hours.

What attire do you recommend?
Room temperature can fluctuate throughout the day. Please plan accordingly and dress in layers.

Is food provided?
Lunch will be generously provided to participants within State of Michigan meal rates. Due to grant restrictions, we are unable to provide breakfast or snacks. Additional meals and snacks are the responsibility of the participant. If you require a vegetarian meal or have severe food allergies, please contact Kate McPherson at McphersonK@courts.mi.gov or 517-373-5322.

What meeting room will the training be in?
The training will be held in the North Lounge in the West Shore Community College Conference Center.