MN Transition Coalition Newsletter- August 15, 2016
Minnesota Department of Corrections sent this bulletin at 08/15/2016 12:42 PM CDT
Law Enforcement Night with the Minnesota Twins! The Minnesota Twins and Major League Baseball have teamed up with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) for the annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Day as the division rival Cleveland Indians take on the Minnesota Twins on Sunday, September 11, 2016.
Buy your specially priced Law Enforcement Appreciation Day ticket today and $4.00 from each HR Porch View ticket and $6.00 from each Home Plate View ticket will be donated to NLEOMF. Come out and show support for our brave men and women in uniform at Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in the “Twin Cities.”
The Twins have put together two great discounted ticket options:
CLICK HERE FOR THE FLYER or ORDER ONLINE at www.twinsbaseball.com/lawenforcement or by calling the ticket office at 1-800-33-TWINS.
Mention “Law Enforcement Night” when calling to receive this special offer. Additional questions or group orders can contact Minnesota Twins Representative Luis Breazeale at 612-659-3575
NAMIWalks 10th Anniversary!
When: Saturday, September 24, 2016 Distance: 5k Check-In: 11:30 am, Start Time: 1:00 pm Location: Minnehaha Park Every journey begins with that first step! NAMIWalks Minnesota is proud to celebrate our 10th Anniversary in 2016. Join us as we walk to raise awareness about mental illnesses and support people living with mental illnesses and their families in our community. Through NAMIWalks public display of support for people with mental health challenges, we are changing how Americans view mental illness. Please join us as we improve lives and our communities one step at a time Contact: Emily Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge Presents: How God Changes the Brain & DBT: Effective Trauma Intervention TrainingDate: August 24Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pmWhere: St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church
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 The American Institute for the Advancement of Forensic Studies (AIAFS): Upcoming Trainings
Improving Clinical Judgment and Decision Making Date: September 23, 2016 Time: 8:30 am- 4:00 pm Date: September 30, 2016 Time: 8:30-4:30 Date: October 7, 2016 Time: 8:30-4:30 Cost per training: $85, Location of trainings: Mall Of America Additional questions: Call Jerrod Brown at 651-734-5517 or email jerrodbaiafs@gmail.com |
The Minnesota Office of Justice Programs is pleased to announce Track One of the Minnesota Victim Assistance Academy will be offered this fall, and applications are now being accepted!
The Minnesota Victim Assistance (MNVAA) is a series of comprehensive, academically based trainings to build the capacity of victim assistance providers, victim advocates, criminal justice professionals, law enforcement, and other professionals who work with victims of crime.
2016 Training Dates:
The 2016 Academy will kick off with a welcome reception/registration on Tuesday, October 25, 2016. Registration opens at 3:30 p.m. and the reception will start at 5:30 p.m. The classroom instruction will be held October 26, 27, and a half day on October 28th and then again on November 16,17 and a half day on November 18th, 2016. The location has yet to be determined as it is in the State's RFP bidding process, yet will be in the greater metro.
Applications for the 2016 Academy will be accepted until October 7, 2016. The fee is $175 and covers all expenses with the exception of dinner each night. Please complete the application form and submit it electronically to Joann Jones joann.jones@state.mn.us
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Save the Date- The 2016 Human Rights Symposium
Date: Dec. 8, 2016 Time: 8 a.m. Location: University of Minnesota Continuing Education and Conference Center- 1890 Buford Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55108 The 2016 Human Rights Symposium, hosted by the Department of Human Rights, is a full-day symposium that provides relevant information on the latest issues and legal decisions that impact you and your work. The HR symposium will include breakout sessions, extended networking activities and key issues such as: Diversity and Inclusion Strategies, Police and Community Relations, Civic Engagement, Voting rights, Disability and Employment, Recent U.S. Supreme Court Decisions, Equal Pay and Wage Equity, Pregnancy Accommodations, and MDHR Case Studies in Enforcement.
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DHS to Hold Community Meetings
The Housing and Support Services Division at the Department of Human Services is looking for feedback on how they provide housing assistance and housing supportive services for people with disabilities. To gather information, the Housing and Support Services Division will hold a series of stakeholder meetings held across Minnesota. The dates and locations are listed below.
Please RSVP to Rebecca.melang@state.mn.us with what date and time you are planning to attend so organizers can plan accordingly for meeting size.
Meeting Locations and Times
August 16, 2016- St. Cloud Library, Mississippi Community Room,
1300 W. St Germain St. St. Cloud
10 a.m. to noon
August 18, 2016- Owatonna, Public Utilities Building, Morehouse Room
208 S. Walnut Ave, Owatonna MN
10 a.m.to noon
August 22, 2016- Duluth Public Safety Building
2030 North Arlington Avenue, Duluth MN
9:30-11:30 a.m.
Veterans!
Don't Miss This Event for Veterans!
Learn about How To Secure a Job with the Federal Government!
Monday, August 22nd 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Learn from Federal VA Human Resource Representatives about how to get a job with the Federal Government.
During their presentation you'll learn about: - The application process - Interviewing - Direct hires - Special hiring authority
If needing accommodations to attend this event please contact: Jeff Dexter (952)-703-3124
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Statewide Veterans ConferenceOctober 7, 2016
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities will be hosting a Statewide Veterans Conference. Individuals and organizations who work with Veterans are encouraged to share best-practices, network with other professionals, and either attend or present at one of the break-out sessions. The conference will feature speakers from the Minnesota National Guard, Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, and Service Organizations. Details: Register here to attend the event No registration fee. Continental breakfast and lunch are included. |
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MAC-V Free Drop-In Legal ClinicsThursday, September 8 | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m | Anoka County Government Center
2100 3rd Avenue - Room 237, Anoka, MN 55303 Tuesday, September 13 | 9 a.m. to 2 p.m | Minneapolis VA
Flag Atrium Balcony Room 2S 114 (ask information desk for directions)| 1 Veterans Drive | Minneapolis, MN |
For more information, please contact Sara Sommarstrom (651) 224-0292.
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Transition Fairs!
Minnesota Correctional Facility- Red Wing Transition Fair
Date: Thursday, September 15, 2016
Background Check/Registration Information due by: August 26th, 2016
Time: 8:00 AM to 1:30 PM
Participants: Approximately 130 participants (90 Juveniles and 40 Adults)
Providers are asked to bring brochures and information about their programs and other visual aids they may have related to their program. No giveaways please. Tables will be available in Centennial Hall for your use.
You must have your Driver’s License with you the day of the Transitions Fair to gain access to the facility. A Lunch and program will be provided for all representatives and a tour of the facility will be provided for those that are interested. If you would like to participate in our Transitions Resource Fair, please complete and return the attached Registration form as soon as possible, with a deadline of August 26th, 2016.
Questions and form submission contact: Laura Anderson, 651-267-3619 or laura.a.anderson@state.mn.us
Registration Form! and Fair Information!
Minnesota Correctional Facility- Stillwater Transition Fair
Date: Wednesday, October 19th, 2016
Background Check/Registration Information due by: October 5th, 2016
Time: 7:15 AM to 3:00 PM
Providers are asked to bring brochures and information about their programs and other visual aids they may have related to their program. No giveaways please. Tables will be available for your use.
You must have your Driver’s License with you the day of the Transitions Fair to gain access to the facility. A Lunch and program will be provided for all representatives. If you would like to participate in our Transitions Resource Fair, please complete and return the attached Registration form as soon as possible, with a deadline of October 5th, 2016.
Questions and form submission contact: Steven Richard, 651-779-2738 or Steven.Richard@state.mn.us
Registration Form! and Fair Information!
Employment and Volunteer Opportunities!
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Pathways Navigator – Case Manager for CEP
Position Overview: This position is responsible for developing and navigating individual case plans for AccessAbility’s transition from jail to community reentry program, Career and Educational Pathways (CEP). Duties require close coordination, collaboration, relationship building, tracking and monitoring of participants to ensure compliance with their ICP and terms. Responsibilities also include working closely with partner agencies to ensure program participants are engaged and receive supported services that include employment/training, housing, mentoring and other wrap around services. For the Full Position Description and to Apply Click Here!
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Funding Opportunities!
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Hennepin County-Adult residential mental health crisis stabilization services RFP
A request for proposals has been posted online for interested proposers. Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health is soliciting proposals for adult mental health crisis stabilization services to be delivered at 1800 Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis.
More information and a copy of the RFP document can be found on the contract opportunities page.
Deadline: September 22, 2016 More information and a copy of the RFP document can be found here! |
Office of Justice Programs (OJP)- General Crime Hotline and Services
The purpose of this request for proposals is to solicit applications for funding to provide a Minnesota statewide toll-free 24-hour general crime victim phone and texting hotline and accompanying crime victim services (Minn. Stat. § 611A.76). The hotline must be answered by trained, skilled professionals, who may include volunteers. Services must be capable of assessing child, adolescent and adult crime victim crisis situations and making appropriate referrals. Hotline staff will provide information, screening, intervention, support and referrals to callers 24-hours per day, seven days per week.
All applications must be submitted via E-grants, the Office of Justice Programs (OJP) online grants management system.
Applications must be submitted by 4:00 p.m. on August 30, 2016.
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Request for Applications for Minnesota Emerging Entrepreneur Program
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development is requesting applications for the Minnesota Emerging Entrepreneur Program. The program provides funding to local nonprofit corporations that will use these funds to make loans to Minnesota businesses majority-owned and operated by minorities, low-income persons, women, veterans, and/or persons with disabilities.
Proposals must be received by DEED no later than 4:00 pm. on September 30, 2016. Late proposals will not be considered.
Contact Information
Minnesota Emerging Entrepreneur
Program
Office of Business Finance - ATTN:
Bob Isaacson
Minnesota Department of Employment
and Economic Development
First National Bank
332 Minnesota Street, Suite E200
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-1351
Bob.Isaacson@state.mn.us or 651-259-7458
UPCOMING TRANSITION COALITION MEETINGS!
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Twin Cities Transition Coalition Date: Friday, September 9th, 2016 Time: 9:30 am - 12:00 pm (Networking from 9:30 to 10:00 and 11:30 to noon) Location: MN Department of Corrections- Itasca Room, Lower Level- 1450 Energy Park Drive, St. Paul, MN 55108 Topic: MNSIRR Update- Correctional Program Checklist/EBP Training Presenters: Charles 'Pete' Sutter and Chris Busche- MNSIRR Regional Navigators Contact: lee.buckley@state.mn.us |
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Southeast Minnesota Transition Coalition Off for the summer! Future dates TBDContact: Philip Rutherford- setranscoal@gmail.com |
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Duluth Minnesota Transition Coalition Date: TBD
Contact: Jason Beckman- jbeckman@soarcareers.org or Traci Laughlin- LaughlinT@StLouisCountyMN.gov
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Mid-Minnesota Transition Coalition Date: Thursday, August 18, 2016 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: St. Cloud Public Library- Bremer Room Topic: Multicultural Resources Presenters: Pat Bednarz- Community Furniture Program (CMNRP), Karin Blythe and Fathiya- Lutheran Social Services, Ken Hannah- Lion Youth and Community Services, and Brianda- Hands Across the World Contact: dreamcenterpath@aol.com |
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Central Minnesota Transition Coalition Date: Friday, September 16, 2016 Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Nystrom and Associates-13045 Falcon Drive-Suite 100 Baxter, MN Topic: TBD Presenter: TBD Contact: rebecca.fratzke@state.mn.us or SVanek@nystromcounseling.com |
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If you are hosting or sponsoring a training or learning opportunity or a providing new services or have job openings for people who are involved in supporting and serving individuals who are transitioning from prison to communities throughout the State of Minnesota, please forward your information by clicking the newsletter submission link, and we will try our best to accommodate you. |
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