Dave:

 

This initial training does not include representatives from county boards or other stakeholders. I had thought about that as we put this together but decided to begin with this approach. If this training proves well received then I suspect we should consider both opening it up to non-OPRA members and including county board representatives to co-present. I like that idea of collaboration.

 

One of the underlying goals of this training is to focus on governing statute and administrative rules and to try and explain them in detail. While I certainly agree that all counties are unique in their approach we are all governed by the same statute and rule. We are hoping that it will be a benefit to providers to better and more fully understand the process and the respective roles in the process. Some of what is learned will undoubtedly offer the provider greater protection in the planning process. But it can also result in better, more productive conversations in the planning process. Which I believe will be more important than ever as our system transitions to a better future for those we serve.

 

It is important for me to add that this training is not designed to be nor will be an “us vs. them” format. The future must trend towards more collaboration. If one re-reads the paragraph above then our contention is that planning process will improve for all parties because of a knowledgeable and fully participatory provider.

 

Actually we at OPRA are looking quite forward to the training and seeing what we learn from it. And we very much appreciate Gary’s willingness to present.

 

Thanks for your question! You’ve got me thinking about next steps.

 

Jeff

 

 

 

From: list-manager@opra.simplelists.com [mailto:list-manager@opra.simplelists.com] On Behalf Of David Milliken
Sent: Wednesday, June 08, 2016 1:31 PM
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Subject: Re: OPRA Training-How to be an Effective Member of an ISP Meeting - Four Part Course

 

Will there be representation from the Co Board Assoc.? Not doubting Mr Brown's expertise but each county still operates with highly unique methods.

Dave

 

 

On Fri, Jun 3, 2016 at 2:39 PM, Jeff Davis <jdavis@opra.org> wrote:

 

 

OPRA ISP Training – Four Part Course

Tuesday, June 28th – August 16th

OPRA Training Center

10:00a – 2:00p

 

How to be an Effective Member of an ISP Meeting

Do you feel your agency is an active participant in ISP meetings?

Are your agency representatives in ISP meetings fully confident of their roles and responsibility?

Do you truly understand the role and responsibility of the County Board SSA?

Do you  truly understand the waiver funding process?

Do you fully understand the administrative rules that govern OSOC and the behavior and medical add-ons?

Are you frustrated because you feel approval of appropriate services/funding is out of your control and your input does not matter?

 

 

OPRA is offering a four part training course designed to provide agencies the understanding and tools necessary to be an active and productive participant in the ISP process.

 

 

 

Presenter:  Gary Brown, Brady Ware and Company

 

 

Part 1 – Tuesday, June 28th, 2016

 

Overview and understanding of the ISP Process; Identifying the statutes and administrative rules that govern the ISP process; in depth review of the SSA rule; Understanding your role and the role of the SSA in the ISP.

 

Part 2 – Tuesday, July 12th, 2016

 

Overview of how waivers are funded; Understanding the CPT; In depth review of On-site On-call and the administrative rule language that governs its application; Rule and process review of the behavior and medical add-ons. How and why these determinations are critical to the success in your organizations mission/goals and impacts on your ability to recruit, train and retain quality DSP’s.

 

Part 3 – Tuesday, August 2nd, 2016

 

Role Play; Understanding what to expect in an actual ISP meeting and how to respond.

 

Part 4 – Tuesday, August 16th, 2016

 

Putting the pieces together; How to be an effective advocate for your agency and the individuals you serve.

 

Cost is $50.00    Click here to register

 

 

 

 

 

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