Catalyst Center Continuing Education Unit Store

  The presentation will focus on the importance of youth engagement in child/family serving organizations, as well as highlight strategies and best practices to engage youth. Other Important Information: Accommodations for special needs Please email the Training Assistant, Brisa Romero at bromero@catalyst-center.org to request additional accommodations. Grievances: To obtain the grievance policy or report a grievance please email Ivon Favela, Deputy Director of Training at ifavela@catalyst-center.org CE Certificates: will be awarded after course survey completion. Refund/Cancelation Policy: All requests for cancellation and refunds must be submitted in writing to Bromero@catalyst-center.org prior to the course date. Otherwise, No Refunds will be allowed.  CE Statement: California Alliance of Child and Family Services (CACFS) is approved by the California Department of Social Services to sponsor continuing education for Group Home Administrators (GH; Vendor ID: 2000083-730-2) and Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP; Vendor ID: 2000083-733-2) Administrators. This course meets the requirements for 1 hour of continuing education for GH (Course ID: 083-0143-38002) and STRTP Administrators (Course ID: 083-0143-38003). Read more

This course is tailored specifically for non-profit social service organizations seeking to elevate the professionalism of their workforce. Participants will explore key aspects of professional behavior and standards, gain insights into ethical practices, and develop essential skills that contribute to a high-functioning and reputable organization. Through lecture, interactive discussions, and exercises, participants will learn how to foster a culture of professionalism, enhance communication, and improve overall service delivery. Other Important Information: Accommodations for special needs Please email the Training Assistant, Brisa Romero at bromero@catalyst-center.org to request additional accommodations. Grievances: To obtain the grievance policy or report a grievance please email Ivon Favela, Deputy Director of Training at ifavela@catalyst-center.org CE Certificates: will be awarded after course survey completion. Refund/Cancelation Policy: All requests for cancellation and refunds must be submitted in writing to Bromero@catalyst-center.org prior to the course date. Otherwise, No Refunds will be allowed.  CE Statement: California Alliance of Child and Family Services (CACFS) is approved by the California Department of Social Services to sponsor continuing education for Group Home Administrators (GH; Vendor ID: 2000083-730-2) and Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP; Vendor ID: 2000083-733-2) Administrators. This course meets the requirements for 1 hour of continuing education for GH (Course ID: 083-0242-38052) and STRTP Administrators (Course ID: 083-0242-38051). Read more

This course is tailored specifically for non-profit social service organizations seeking to elevate the professionalism of their workforce. Participants will explore key aspects of professional behavior and standards, gain insights into ethical practices, and develop essential skills that contribute to a high-functioning and reputable organization. Through lecture, interactive discussions, and exercises, participants will learn how to foster a culture of professionalism, enhance communication, and improve overall service delivery. Other Important Information: Accommodations for special needs Please email the Training Assistant, Brisa Romero at bromero@catalyst-center.org to request additional accommodations. Grievances: To obtain the grievance policy or report a grievance please email Ivon Favela, Deputy Director of Training at ifavela@catalyst-center.org CE Certificates: will be awarded after course survey completion. Refund/Cancelation Policy: All requests for cancellation and refunds must be submitted in writing to Bromero@catalyst-center.org prior to the course date. Otherwise, No Refunds will be allowed.  CE Statement: California Alliance of Child and Family Services (CACFS) is approved by the California Department of Social Services to sponsor continuing education for Group Home Administrators (GH; Vendor ID: 2000083-730-2) and Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP; Vendor ID: 2000083-733-2) Administrators. This course meets the requirements for 1 hour of continuing education for GH (Course ID: 083-0242-38052) and STRTP Administrators (Course ID: 083-0242-38051). Read more

This course will take a deep dive into the difference between Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), with a particular attention to SOGIEs outside the binary. We will discuss how internal bias can impact the well-being of LGBTQ+ in out of home care. This session will address California’s child welfare policies regarding the well-being of LGBTQ+ youth in care and provide practical strategies and tips on how to best implement those regulations. We will provide statistics around the prevalence of suicide and self-harm behavior among LGBTQ+ youth. These statistics will inform why it is so important to use the correct pronoun and name that a youth has chosen. Participants will be introduced to neo pronouns. It will also provide practical tips on how to have conversations with youth around their SOGIE. This course will discuss the mental and physical health of LGBTQ+ youth, as well as the intersection of SOGIE and race. This plenary will also provide resources for families who are struggling with the SOGIE of their children. Read more

This course will take a deep dive into the difference between Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity and Expression (SOGIE), with a particular attention to SOGIEs outside the binary. We will discuss how internal bias can impact the well-being of LGBTQ+ in out of home care. This session will address California’s child welfare policies regarding the well-being of LGBTQ+ youth in care and provide practical strategies and tips on how to best implement those regulations. We will provide statistics around the prevalence of suicide and self-harm behavior among LGBTQ+ youth. These statistics will inform why it is so important to use the correct pronoun and name that a youth has chosen. Participants will be introduced to neo pronouns. It will also provide practical tips on how to have conversations with youth around their SOGIE. This course will discuss the mental and physical health of LGBTQ+ youth, as well as the intersection of SOGIE and race. This plenary will also provide resources for families who are struggling with the SOGIE of their children. Other Important Information: Accommodations for special needs Please email the Training Assistant, Brisa Romero at bromero@catalyst-center.org to request additional accommodations. Grievances: To obtain the grievance policy or report a grievance please email Ivon Favela, Deputy Director of Training at ifavela@catalyst-center.org CE Certificates: will be awarded after course survey completion. Refund/Cancelation Policy: All requests for cancellation and refunds must be submitted in writing to Bromero@catalyst-center.org prior to the course date. Otherwise, No Refunds will be allowed.  CE Statement: California Alliance of Child and Family Services (CACFS) is approved by the California Department of Social Services to sponsor continuing education for Group Home Administrators (GH; Vendor ID: 2000083-730-2) and Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP; Vendor ID: 2000083-733-2) Administrators. This course meets the requirements for 6 hours of continuing education for STRTP Administrators (Course ID: 083-0643-37394).   Read more

This training will provide a licensing and mental health program approval overview, help Providers understand MHPA Regulations, and the role of the Head of Service and other program staffing regulations and in-service education requirements. In partnership with the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS), the Catalyst Center is pleased to present training and technical assistance for Short-term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP) providers to develop and maintain quality mental health programs. Trainer: Dr. Kelsie Tatum Martinez Dr. Kelsie Tatum Martinez is a licensed psychologist with over 15 years of experience serving youth and families with experiences of complex, intergenerational trauma and significant unmet needs. She has delivered direct care and clinical services as well as provided clinical, training, and special projects leadership to programs serving young people in California’s public systems of care. Kelsie earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology and education from Occidental College and her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Baylor University. She completed her doctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at Casa Pacifica Centers for Children and Families where she worked as an adolescent residential treatment therapist on their 25-acre campus in Ventura County. After several years of direct service, Kelsie moved into program leadership, including serving as Director of Clinical Services for Casa Pacifica’s STRTP and later as the agency’s Director of Training. Kelsie has experience providing clinical supervision and training to unlicensed and newly licensed clinical staff and training adult learners, including parents/caregivers, paraprofessionals, and educators in trauma-informed care and intervention strategies. After working in residential treatment programs for over 10 years, Kelsie is excited to be joining the Catalyst Center team to support and advocate for systems change and more equitable, integrated care for youth and families. Other Important Information: Accommodations for special needs Please email the Training Assistant, Brisa Romero at bromero@catalyst-center.org to request additional accommodations. Grievances: To obtain the grievance policy or report a grievance please email Ivon Favela, Deputy Director of Training at ifavela@catalyst-center.org CE Certificates: will be awarded after course survey completion. Refund/Cancelation Policy: All requests for cancellation and refunds must be submitted in writing to Bromeroa@catalyst-center.org prior to the course date. Otherwise, No Refunds will be allowed.  CE Statement: California Alliance of Child and Family Services (CACFS) is approved by the California Department of Social Services to sponsor continuing education for Group Home Administrators (GH; Vendor ID: 2000083-730-2) and Short-Term Residential Therapeutic Program (STRTP; Vendor ID: 2000083-733-2) Administrators. This course meets the requirements for 2 hours of continuing education for STRTP Administrators (Course ID: 083-0140-36262).   Read more