ODVN – Mandated Reporting – Addressing Confidentiality Issues with Children

Navigating child abuse allegations and other scenarios that may trigger mandatory reporting obligations can be a challenging task for domestic violence programs and advocates ODVN invites domestic violence programs and allied professionals to participate in this training to enhance understanding of best practices for supporting survivors and responding to child abuse disclosures
The fear of being separated from their children can deter parents especially those from underserved communities from accessing services for themselves and their families As domestic violence programs it is our responsibility to understand the systems of oppression that affect the communities that we serve This training will explore confidentiality obligations for staff in domestic violence shelters potential scenarios that may trigger a mandated reporting obligation and strategies for responding appropriately Presenters will address alternative interventions and responses to child abuse reporting that will further develop the advocate’s ability to support families through difficult situations

Cost Free for ODVN Members (ODVN Member Program or Individual/Organizational Membership); $25 for Non-ODVN Members ***Note If paying by check please include the name of the training on the memo line
CEUs To obtain 3 CEUs you are required to attend the entire training and complete the evaluation When you go to register please include your complete license number if you are a licensed counselor or social worker in Ohio Evaluations and Certificate Request forms must be completed within 24 hours after the training to receive CEU’s
Register By Jan 23 2023
American Sign Language interpreters will be available
Note This training is hosted by ODVN If you have any questions please contact ODVN directly