Dear DODD county partner,

At DODD, we are working to enhance outreach to providers, families and other stakeholders across the state. Still, we know that our partners at county boards and intermediate care facilities are our best assets in getting important information to people because of their strong, local relationships. 

Today we are asking that you help us share an important message with Human Rights Committee (HRC) members regarding required training.

Online training is available to HRC members that will fulfill training requirements outlined in the Behavior Support Strategies that Include Restrictive Measures rule (5123:2-2-06). 

HRC members can take advantage of the three free, self-paced, online modules available at their convenience by computer, tablet or smart phone.  

These three modules are the first three chapters in DODD's five part series on Behavior Support Strategies that Include Restrictive Measures. 

Please take a moment to forward the text below to your HRC members, encourage them to complete these trainings and to print or save certificates of completion available at the end of each module.

Please note that all facilities and county boards are expected to maintain evidence of training for all members of Human Rights Committees functioning on their behalf.  These records may be reviewed during upcoming regulatory reviews.

Thank you! 

The Training Team

    Forward the text below this line to your HRC members                                           

Dear Human Rights Committee Member,

The new Behavior Support Strategies that Include Restrictive Measures rule (5123:2-2-06) requires Human Rights Committee (HRC) members to participate in training approved by 

the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) in five key areas. 

To support HRC members in meeting this training requirement, DODD has included each
of these five key areas in three free online trainings. These three modules are the first three chapters in DODD's five part series on Behavior Support Strategies that Include Restrictive Measures and were specifically designed to align with training requirements for HRC members.

What do I need to do:

Complete each of these online trainings and print or save the certificate of completion at the end of each module. Completing all three will satisfy the training required for HRC members outlined in the rule. 

• Behavior Support Strategies that Include Restrictive Measures (30 min) An overview of Rule (5123:2-2-06) discussing the principles of person-centered
  planning and restricted and prohibited measures

• Human Rights Committee- Roles and Responsibilities (20-30 min)Detailing committee membership and important information members need to
  know to fulfill their responsibilities  
   

• Rights of People with Developmental Disabilities: Available in mid-August   
  
   

 What do I need to know:

• These online trainings are available at no cost and can be completed at your at your own pace, on your computer, tablet or smart phone. 
   

• The third in the series, Rights of People with Developmental Disabilities will be available in mid-August. 
  • This timeline will allow HRC members to complete required training by October 1, 2015 as the rule requires. 

• For questions about the rule or required training, contact
  Molly Shaw, Community Support Advisor at molly.shaw@dodd.ohio.gov. 

Thank you for your commitment to the Human Rights Committee and your commitment to people with developmental disabilities.

The Training Team