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SUMMARY:National Foster Care Month
DESCRIPTION:May is National Foster Care Month! Foster care is a safe place that gives a child and their birth family an opportunity to resolve conflicts or disruptions and learn healthy skills so the child can safely return home. Many birth families need help in learning effective parenting skills\, overcoming substance use or learning healthy ways to cope with trauma they themselves have experienced.  \nKVC West Virginia proudly certifies and supports hundreds of foster families across West Virginia\, but more foster parents are always needed. If you’d like to learn more about the life-changing impact you can make for children\, families and your community\, contact us today! Visit kvcwv.org/foster to learn more about the process and requirements or submit this form to speak directly with our team and ask any questions you may have.  \nResources\nBecome a Foster Parent in West Virginia\nKVC West Virginia and Fairmont State University Launch Middle College\, An Innovative Pathway to College for Teens in Foster Care\nWhat Is Foster Care? \n5 Ways To Help Youth in Foster Care (Without Being a Foster Parent) \nCan I Be a Single Foster Parent? \nThe Truth About Foster Care: Dispelling Myths and Rumors \nWhere Foster Parents Can Find Resources and Support in West Virginia \nWest Virginia Couple Adopts Miracle Child From Foster Care \nFind more information about foster care and foster parenting on our blog!\n \nLearn more about National Foster Care Month from the Child Welfare Information Gateway.
URL:https://westvirginia.kvc.org/event/national-foster-care-month-2024/
LOCATION:WV
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SUMMARY:All In Foster Care Summit
DESCRIPTION:We’re so excited to join Chestnut Mountain Village for the third annual All In Foster Care Summit! We’ll be there to share information about our supportive programs that strengthen families and help children thrive\, including information about becoming a foster parent\, foster parenting training\, and our home-\, school- and community-based mental health therapy services. Plus\, we’ll have lots of information about Middle College at Fairmont State University and our other educational support programs! \nWhen? Friday\, May 3 from 9am to 4:30pm\nWhere? Trinity Assembly of God Church – 244 Ponderosa Ponds Road\, Morgantown\, WV 26508 \nWe hope to see you there! Learn more about KVC West Virginia on our website: kvcwv.org.
URL:https://westvirginia.kvc.org/event/all-in-foster-care-summit-may-2024/
LOCATION:Trinity Assembly of God Church\, 244 Ponderosa Ponds Road\, Morgantown\, West Virginia\, 26508\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T070000
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SUMMARY:Marion and Harrison County CASA Superhero 5K
DESCRIPTION:We’re so excited to join CASA of Marion County and Harrison County CASA for their Superhero 5K! We’ll be there to cheer on all the participants and share information about the services we provide for children and families across West Virginia. \nWe’ll have plenty of materials and some friendly faces there to spread the word about our supportive programs that strengthen families and help children thrive. Come visit us to learn about becoming a foster parent\, foster parenting training\, and our home-\, school- and community-based mental health therapy services. Plus\, we’ll have lots of information about Middle College at Fairmont State University and our other educational support programs! \nWhen? Saturday\, May 11 from 7am to 12pm\nWhere? Steptoe & Johnson\, PLLC – 400 White Oaks Blvd.\, Bridgeport\, WV 26330 \nWe hope to see you there! Learn more about KVC West Virginia on our website: kvcwv.org.
URL:https://westvirginia.kvc.org/event/marion-and-harrison-county-casa-superhero-5k-may2024/
LOCATION:Steptoe & Johnson\, PLLC\, 400 White Oaks Blvd.\, Bridgeport\, WV\, 26330\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event
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SUMMARY:Middle College Info Session - Learn How You Can Get Involved!
DESCRIPTION:Ready to unlock the doors to opportunity? Join us for a virtual info session about Middle College at Fairmont State University! Whether you’re a child welfare or school professional wondering how to refer a teen or a caring community member looking to make a meaningful impact\, this session is for YOU. \nDetails\n📅 Date: Tuesday\, May 14\n⏰ Time: 6-7PM\n📍 Location: Virtual (Link provided upon registration) \nWhat to Expect\n\nOverview of Middle College details and requirements for interested youth.\nHow to refer a youth and begin the application process.\nInsights into how caring community members can get involved and support Middle College students.\nQ&A session with our Middle College team to address any questions.\n\nRegister Now!\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of something truly transformative. Register here or by clicking the button below. \n\n\nWhat is Middle College at Fairmont State University?\nMiddle College at Fairmont State University is a groundbreaking program designed to provide youth aged 16 and older in foster care with a fully funded education and 24/7 high-quality support. Participants graduate with both a high school diploma and an associate degree (or two years toward a bachelor’s)\, setting them on a path to a bright and promising future. Find more information here.
URL:https://westvirginia.kvc.org/event/middle-college-info-session-may14/
LOCATION:WV
CATEGORIES:Middle College Info Session
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SUMMARY:Middle College Info Session for DoHS Employees – Learn How to Make a Referral
DESCRIPTION:Ready to unlock the doors to opportunity? Join us for a virtual info session about Middle College at Fairmont State University! This session is tailored to individuals employed by the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS).  \nDetails\n📅 Date: Tuesday\, May 21\n⏰ Time: 3-4PM Eastern\n📍 Location: Virtual (Link provided upon registration) \nWhat to Expect\n\nOverview of Middle College details and requirements for interested youth.\nHow to refer a youth and begin the application process.\nInsights into how caring community members can get involved and support Middle College students.\nQ&A session with our Middle College team to address any questions.\n\nRegister Now!\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of something truly transformative. Register here or by clicking the button below. \n\n\nWhat is Middle College at Fairmont State University?\nMiddle College at Fairmont State University is a groundbreaking program designed to provide youth aged 16 and older in foster care with a fully funded education and 24/7 high-quality support. Participants graduate with both a high school diploma and an associate degree (or two years toward a bachelor’s)\, setting them on a path to a bright and promising future. Find more information here.
URL:https://westvirginia.kvc.org/event/middle-college-info-session-may21/
LOCATION:WV
CATEGORIES:Middle College Info Session
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SUMMARY:Ethics for Social Workers & Mental Health Professionals Training (Earn 2 CEUs)
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your professional standards with our comprehensive ethics training! Upholding the highest standards of integrity and compassion is essential for social workers\, mental health treatment providers\, and other helping professionals. Our ethics training equips you with the tools to tackle ethical dilemmas head-on\, ensuring you provide effective and ethical services to your clients. \n \nLed by our experienced trainer\, Erin Keltner\, our training blends interactive activities\, insightful case studies\, and real-life examples. Join us to enhance your ethical decision-making skills and approach complex situations with confidence. Attendees who participate in the full training will receive 2 CEUs.  \nRegister now to elevate your practice and make a difference in the lives of those you serve! \nObjectives\nIn this training\, Erin Keltner\, LCSW\, LICSW\, KVC West Virginia’s Vice President of Clinical Services\, will discuss: \n\nThe Code of Ethics as explained by the National Association of Social Workers (NASW)\nProfessional and personal boundaries in the workplace\nConfidentiality and communication\nImportance and benefits of teamwork\n\n*CEUs are valid for individuals in West Virginia who have a social work license or are licensed professional counselors (LPC). \nRegister now!\nIf you are a West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS) employee\, please email Kristina Foster at kafoster@kvc.org to register for this training. \nIf you are a social worker or mental health professional employed by any other organization\, register here: \n[gravityform id=”44″ title=”true”] \nMeet the Presenter\n \nErin Keltner\, LCSW\, LICSW\nErin Keltner is Vice President of Clinical Services at KVC West Virginia\, where she oversees all clinical services and manages all organizational outcomes and quality assurance efforts. With over 20 years of experience\, she has held many roles in child welfare and mental health from direct care to leadership. Erin holds a master’s degree in social work from the University of Kentucky and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Transylvania University. She is a licensed clinical social worker in Kentucky and a licensed independent clinical social worker in West Virginia. Learn more about Erin at kvcwv.org/leadership.
URL:https://westvirginia.kvc.org/event/ethics-for-social-workers-mental-health-professionals-training-earn-2-ceus/
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CATEGORIES:Professional Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T100000
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SUMMARY:Middle College Info Session for DoHS Employees – Learn How to Make a Referral
DESCRIPTION:Ready to unlock the doors to opportunity? Join us for a virtual info session about Middle College at Fairmont State University! This session is tailored to individuals employed by the West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS).  \nDetails\n📅 Date: Thursday\, May 23\n⏰ Time: 10-11AM Eastern\n📍 Location: Virtual (Link provided upon registration) \nWhat to Expect\n\nOverview of Middle College details and requirements for interested youth.\nHow to refer a youth and begin the application process.\nInsights into how caring community members can get involved and support Middle College students.\nQ&A session with our Middle College team to address any questions.\n\nRegister Now!\nDon’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of something truly transformative. Register here or by clicking the button below. \n\n\nWhat is Middle College at Fairmont State University?\nMiddle College at Fairmont State University is a groundbreaking program designed to provide youth aged 16 and older in foster care with a fully funded education and 24/7 high-quality support. Participants graduate with both a high school diploma and an associate degree (or two years toward a bachelor’s)\, setting them on a path to a bright and promising future. Find more information here.
URL:https://westvirginia.kvc.org/event/middle-college-info-session-may23/
LOCATION:WV
CATEGORIES:Middle College Info Session
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