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Check out this month's updates below regarding upcoming professional development opportunities, requirements, and resources all in one place.
FRC ESIT Credential & Q&A Webinar
In collaboration with the State Interagency Coordinating Council Personnel and Training Sub-Committee, the ESIT State Leadership Office is pleased to announce the soft roll out of the new ESIT Credential for Family Resources Coordinators (FRCs) beginning in February to introduce and field test the process. A firm roll out for the credential requirements is planned for July 1, following a 90-day communication cycle starting April 1.
Beginning February 1, newly hired Family Resources Coordinators (FRC) will receive an ESIT Credential once they complete all initial training requirements and submit a credential application.
The Initial ESIT FRC Credential Guidance can be found on the ESIT In-Service Training Framework webpage.
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Join us for a Q&A Webinar where you can learn more about the ESIT Credential for FRCs!
March 11 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Questions?
Please contact Lori Holbrook, at dcyf.ESITtraining@dcyf.wa.gov or 360-999-7558.
Open Spots Available in Reflective Consultation Groups!
These Reflective Consultation groups are facilitated by either Carol Good, MSW, LICSW, IMH-E or Kimberlee Shoecraft, MSW, LICSW, SUDP, IMH-E. Participants may count these hours towards Reflective Supervision hours for the Washington Association of Infant Mental Health endorsement. Please email endorsement@wa-aimh.org for more information regarding endorsement requirements.
ESIT has openings in our Reflective Consultation groups offered through the University of Washington at no cost to you. These groups are open to ESIT professionals only. Reflective Consultation is monthly, protected time that gives providers the opportunity to explore their work with families and young children in a safe, supportive space. It offers a time to think about their own needs, and to think about the emotional needs of both parents and children. Reserve your spot as soon as possible!
Provider group openings
- First Tuesday of the month | 4 – 5 p.m.
- First Wednesday of the month | 1 – 2 p.m.
- Second Wednesday of the month | 1 – 2 p.m.
- Third Wednesday of the month | 9 – 10 a.m.
- First Thursday of the month | 3 – 4 p.m.
Questions? Email Ciara Saalfeld at dcyf.ESITtraining@dcyf.wa.gov or 360-995-3383.
WA-AIMH Endorsement Scholarship Opportunities Available
DCYF ESIT has funding available for ESIT Service Providers to offer scholarships to assist with covering costs related to the Washington Association for Infant Mental Health (WA-AIMH) endorsement registration, membership, processing fees, and annual renewal fees. There are limited scholarship opportunities available. Each application is reviewed on an individual basis and applying does not guarantee an award of funds. WA-AIMH offers different levels of endorsement credentials and provides recognition of specialized knowledge in professionals working with families and young children. Learn more about the WA-AIMH endorsement here.
Scholarship funds must be accessed by June 30 or applicants will need to re-apply after July 1.
Scholarship Opportunities
If interested in applying for WA-AIMH endorsement scholarship opportunities:
Information Sessions
WA-AIMH offers information sessions to ask questions and learn more about the endorsement process. To schedule time with the endorsement coordinator, please contact endorsement@wa-aimh.org.
WA-AIMH has Spanish support available for applicants going through the endorsement process. Please contact Veronica Rosa at veronica@wa-aimh.org for additional information.
Questions? Email Ciara Saalfeld at dcyf.ESITtraining@dcyf.wa.gov or 360-995-3383.
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Supporting Family Relationships - Video Overview
Check out the new professional development video detailing information about some of the wonderful training opportunities available at no cost for ESIT Service Providers and Professionals! In this video you’ll hear from leadership members from both the University of Washington (UW) and the Washington Association for Infant Mental Health (WA-AIMH) detailing important information about many training opportunities.
This video shares information about:
- Infant Family Relational Health (IFRH) and Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) training opportunities
- The benefits of gaining knowledge in these areas, including the WA-AIMH Endorsement and Reflective Consultation
- Where to go for more information
UW PFR and WA-AIMH Professional Development Opportunities (watch time 11:52):
For more information or to register for these training opportunities, please visit the 23-24 Ongoing Professional Development and Calendar Document.
Questions? Email Ciara Saalfeld at dcyf.ESITtraining@dcyf.wa.gov or 360-995-3383.
DEVELOP - DCYF's New Training Portal!
We are pleased to share that this summer, DCYF will be launching a new and improved training site, called DEVELOP. DEVELOP will combine the “Find Trainings” part of MERIT with the DCYF Training Portal , where ESIT professionals go to take online training.
When DEVELOP goes live this summer, ESIT professionals will be able to search, register for, and take trainings in DEVELOP, all in one location!
Before going live:
DCYF will import the training history of ESIT professionals with training records in the current Training Portal into the new site. Your existing account and history of training information will move to DEVELOP.
As we begin the transition:
In addition to monthly newsletter updates, DCYF will provide access to recorded demonstrations, written tutorials, and one-on-one office hours for technical assistance beginning 90 days before people begin using DEVELOP to find training.
For more information about DEVELOP, visit its DCYF webpage or contact dcyf.esittraining@dcyf.wa.gov.
Check out the ESIT 23-24 Ongoing Professional Development and Calendar
Information regarding opportunities, such as Promoting First Relationships, Foundations of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health, Foundations of Reflective Practice, Reflective Supervision, Reflective Consultation, and WA-AIMH endorsement information cab be found in the 23-24 Ongoing Professional Development and Calendar.
Upcoming Opportunities
Training offered at no cost to ESIT Professionals are listed below. More offerings including full descriptions and registration information is available in the 23-24 Ongoing Professional Development and Calendar.
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Promoting First Relationships (PFR) Drop-In Sessions
Join PFR trainer Carol Good, a provider panel, and ESIT Service Providers from across Washington State to discuss embedding the PFR consultation strategies into your everyday coaching practices.
Promoting First Relationships (PFR) Level 1
This training is a 14-hour workshop focused on foundational knowledge in attachment theory and promoting secure caregiver-child relationships, development of self for infants through preschoolers, understanding and intervening with challenging behaviors, building caregiver reflective capacity, and use of PFR consultation strategies.
Promoting First Relationships (PFR) Booster Sessions
PFR booster sessions are offered for providers who have participated in PFR level 1 or 2 training. The goal of these sessions is to support the ESIT Service Provider’s confidence in using the PFR consultation strategies and understand how PFR can enhance ESIT services. An ESIT multi-disciplinary peer panel will share their stories and experiences of using PFR in their practice.
Introduction to Reflective Supervision for Supervisors
This is a 12-hour workshop plus monthly online reflective consultation group for early childhood supervisors who are or will be providing reflective supervision/consultation (RSC).
Foundations of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health
This 5-module, 15-hour training introduces foundational themes in the field and practice of infant and early childhood mental health.
Foundations of Effective Teaming
This course focuses on teamwork and collaboration as key foundational concepts within the ESIT program and participants will develop understanding of shared commitment to a mutual purpose with a mutually beneficial outcome as a foundation of effective teaming.
Safety Planning with Families
It can be hard to figure out what will increase the safety of a parent and child who are in a relationship with an abusive partner, especially when ending the relationship is not an option. This five-hour training will give ESIT service providers concrete strategies for supporting domestic violence survivors and families. Attendees will take part in an interactive digitized activity, In Her Shoes: Living with Domestic Violence, and walk alongside a survivor’s story.
(Strongly Recommended Prerequisite: Domestic Violence Assessment and Response Part 1 & Part 2)
Questions? Contact dcyf.ESITtraining@dcyf.wa.gov.
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Touched by the Trauma of Others
This is a two-part series addressing the challenges that service coordinators face when working with families and children experiencing traumatic situations. Service coordinators are the first. The first in the Early Intervention system to contact and interact with families in need of services. Many of those families have struggles and experiences beyond the developmental delays, which bring them to our attention. Some of these experiences are known to us, some are unknown. How do we prepare ourselves? How can we be in our best mindset to provide understanding, compassionate services while also safeguarding ourselves from secondary trauma experiences? In this session, we will address how to care for ourselves, prepare before that first interaction, and why it is imperative we treat ourselves with as much care as we give to those we serve.
Hosted by: National DEC Service Coordination Community of Practice
Attendance in Part I is not required for participation in Part II. You do NOT have to be a DEC member to participate in any CoP activities.
Part I: Preparing for the first contact and attending to our needs
March 27th, 2024 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Part II: Building trust and communicating with compassion
October 18th, 2024 8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Learn more and join the Division of Early Childhood Service Coordination Community of Practice
The Service Coordination Community of Practice (SC CoP) was created to recognize the value of service coordinators and give these important early intervention team members a professional home. The SC CoP offers service coordinators the opportunities to network with others across the nation, share SC-related resources and tips, and learn about topics relevant to providing high quality service coordination.
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Training Contacts are folks at your agency responsible for sharing professional development information and supporting staff with training requirements.
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Initial Training Requirement Reminders
The ESIT Workforce Development Team is here to support your onboarding efforts for new employees. Here are a few reminders regarding training requirements:
- Details regarding the Initial Training Requirements are on the ESIT website.
- ESIT Professionals must complete Step 1 prior to attending Live Seminar 1.
- FRCs must complete Step 1 prior to receiving a caseload.
- FRCs must apply for their ESIT Credential following completion of Step 2.
- There are plenty of open seats for the Live Seminars coming up. Registration is available in the DCYF Training Portal.
 For questions about Initial Training Requirements, contact Adrienne O'Brien at dcyf.ESITtraining@dcyf.wa.gov or 360-972-4602.
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