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SUMMARY:Culturally Responsive Supervision
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we take a deep look at the many aspects that make up our identities and how they impact our leadership\,  our organizations and the people we serve.  Improve our skills in having conversations about our differences in a way that encourages learning and growth while building intersectional resilience.  We will strengthen our ability to have important dialogues\, navigate predictable tensions and avoid pitfalls that lead to disconnection. This session helps supervisors cultivate trusting\, creative and connected diverse working relationships. \nPresented by Regi Wingo and JAC Patriss; Growing a New Heart \nThis session is part of our Supervisory Skills Series\, available for individual registration. About the Series: \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \n \nOTHER SESSIONS IN THE SERIES: \n\nTeam Building and Conflict Resolution- 10/8\n\nThrough discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \n\nLiability and Benefits- 10/15\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \n\nCyber Security- 10/22\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nLeadership Communication- 10/29\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability-11/5\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/lead-with-influence-2-3/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Team Building and Conflict Resolution
DESCRIPTION:Through discussions that will include team activities and individual reflection\, forge a shared understanding of team-building and the essential skills for conflict resolution and negotiation that facilitate the development of strong\, cohesive\, effective teams. Make your team stronger than the sum of their parts\, drive unity\, and be able to address conflict when it does happen. \nPresented by Dr. Lucie Lewis and Janine Fondon \nThis session is part of our Supervisory Skills Series\, available for individual registration. About the Series: \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \n \nOTHER SESSIONS IN THE SERIES: \n\nLiability and Benefits- 10/15\n\nGain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \n\nCyber Security- 10/22\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nLeadership Communication- 10/29\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability-11/5\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/choose-your-training-fall-2024/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Liability and Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Gain a better understanding of Insurance\, and how it affects you\, your team and your organizations. Understand what coverage you have\, and might need\, in a variety of situations from daily operations to special fundraising events.  Learn the various forms of benefits available to understand what you have and be able to help explain to your team what their options are. \nPresented by Ben Garvey and Val Francis; Hub International \nThis session is part of our Supervisory Skills Series\, available for individual registration. About the Series: \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \n \nOTHER SESSIONS IN THE SERIES: \n\nCyber Security- 10/22\n\nWith the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \n\nLeadership Communication- 10/29\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability-11/5\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/choose-your-training-fall-2024-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T100000
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SUMMARY:Service Enterprise Cohorts
DESCRIPTION:MSA is currently seeking organizations from ALL regions of Massachusetts to join our 2025 Service Enterprise cohorts! The Service Enterprise Initiative is a transformational training program that strategically enhances an organization’s ability to engage volunteers and advance their mission. This nationally recognized certification is the gold standard in volunteer engagement and is proven to increase efficiency and effectiveness across all levels of your organization. Learn more about Service Enterprise and see current and past nonprofit participants by visiting our website and attending one of the following Info Sessions. \n  \nSEI Info Session #1* — registration link \nDate: October 15th \nTime: 10 am – 11 am \nSEI Info Session #2* — registration link \nDate: December 5th \nTime: 2 pm – 3 pm \n  \n*If you are not able to attend these sessions live and you would still like to hear the information\, please still register and you will be sent a link to the recording of the session.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/service-enterprise-cohorts/2024-10-15/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Massachusetts Service Alliance":MAILTO:lrooney@mass-service.org 
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T120000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Financial Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Program Description\nEvent Details\n\nSpend a lunch break at the Library and get financially fit with Dawn Creighton of Liberty Bank! Join Dawn for a series of engaging lunch-time workshops about budgeting\, money management\, saving\, credit-building\, home-buying\, and more. Treat yourself to free light refreshments and time to network with other community members interested in financial empowerment. \nRegistration required\, because space is limited. Ages 18+. \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/lunch-learn-financial-wellness/2024-10-15/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260517T152101
CREATED:20241015T145541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T125258Z
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SUMMARY:Youth Career Pathways Initiative Grant 2025 Open
DESCRIPTION:MSA is thrilled to announce the return of our Youth Career Pathways Initiative\, supported by AmeriCorps’ Volunteer Generation Fund. \n\nWHAT: Matching grants up to $20\,000 that support the creation\, expansion and/or replication of promising models that better engage volunteers in youth career development programming/support OR engage youth in skill-building/career development service\nWHO: Nonprofits and Volunteer Connector Organizations\nWHEN: Applications are due Friday\, November 1\, 2024; funding runs from January 2025 – August 2025\n\n  \nYou can read the full request for proposals here. If you want to learn more about this funding opportunity\, please attend the upcoming Youth Career Pathways Initiative Grant Info Session on October 8th at 11 am. Register for the YCPI info session using this link.* \n  \n*If you are not able to attend this session live and you would still like to hear the information\, please still register and you will be sent a link to the recording of the session.
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/youth-career-pathways-initiative-grant-2025-open/
LOCATION:MA
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Non Member Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T123000
DTSTAMP:20260517T152101
CREATED:20240827T180021Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Security
DESCRIPTION:With the threat of cyber attacks continuing to rise\, with an increased focus on social engineering\, no one can afford to hide their heads in the sand and pretend that everything is ok.  With a focus on practical\, simple\, daily steps that one can take\, this session seeks to minimize risk to you\, your organization\, and your clients. \nPresented by Chris Wisneski; Whittlesey \nThis session is part of our Supervisory Skills Series\, available for individual registration. About the Series: \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \n \nOTHER SESSIONS IN THE SERIES: \n\nLeadership Communication- 10/29\n\nThis session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability-11/5\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/choose-your-training-fall-2024-2-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241023T123000
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CREATED:20240927T152513Z
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SUMMARY:Working with a Temp Agency
DESCRIPTION:HSF proudly presents our new Recruitment and Retention Series. This series designed for HR Professionals and Executive level Managers takes a deep dive in six topics to help find and keep the right people for your organization.\nFrom understand why you gravitate towards some people\, to understanding your “why” so you can instill it in others\, we take a deep dive with a diverse team of experts. \nThe most requested topics for workshops are ones centered around recruitment and retention.  You asked\, we listened! \nSelect individual sessions or save by selecting the full series.  Select an agency spot\, and send a different person to each training. \n \nSeries dates and Topics (detailed descriptions being added as they come in):  \n\nWorking with a Temp Agency- On 10/23\n\nThis presentation aims to introduce the Human Service Industry to the benefits of working with staffing agencies. It will cover key benefits such as reduced administrative burden\, access to a wider talent pool\, and cost-effective staffing strategies tailored to the unique needs of the human services sector. By leveraging the expertise of staffing agencies\, Human Service Organizations can improve their operational efficiency\, enhance service delivery\, and ultimately make a greater impact in their communities. \nPresented by Mark Ellis- Arbor Associates \n\nHR Communications and Challenges- On 10/30\n\nPresenter Jay Talbot- Guidewire \n\nUnderstanding and Separating Bias- on 11/6\n\nDo you wonder why are naturally drawn to some people and gloss over others? When meeting others you may notice you instantly are favorable to some people and cautious around others. Does that change as you get to know them?  During this session we will explore the reasons for this\, and draw attention how this might affect interviewing\, hiring\, or creating a work environment\, and use this knowledge to do what is best for your organization. \nPresented by Matanor Shucker (this session is Virtual Only) \n\nJob Descriptions\, Evals\, and Expectations Through an Equity Lens- on 11/13\n\nObjectives \n\nRecognize systems that exist which are directly responsible for invisible barriers\nExplore their personal bias and articulate its contributions to conflict and non-productivity in the workplace.\nDemonstrate cultural awareness and competence.\nIdentify language and terms that are harmful and offensive.\n\nLearning Outcomes \n\n\n\nEvaluate an organization’s hierarchy and how those structures do not add to building equity and belonging.\nUnderstand Affirmative Action on a deeper level.\nGain a greater understanding of your cultural values\, biases\, and behaviors and how they impact your interactions amidst diversity.\nExplore how language and communication influence whom you attract to your business.\nExpand knowledge of policy and systems that innately keep some folks out.\n\n\n\nPresented by Traci Talbert- African American Female Presenter Award Association \n\nCreating a Program of Employee Wellness and Support- on 11/20\n\nPresented by Val Francis and Nicole Polite \n\nCelebrating the Why- On 12/4\n\nWant to know why your work is really important? This workshop will help you dig deep into your organization’s story. We’ll talk about how understanding your mission and values can light a fire within you. Discover how a clear sense of purpose can attract the right people\, inspire innovation\, and build lasting connections. Learn the art of storytelling to share your passion with the world and make a real difference. \nPresented by Becca Coolong- Human Service Forum \n9am- 12:30pm all session \n$600 HSF Members \n$1200 Not Yet Members \n  \nHSF Training Sponsors \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsfs-recruitment-and-retention-series-3/
LOCATION:NCYF Building; 203 East St\, Easthampton\, 203 East St\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T123000
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SUMMARY:Leadership Communication
DESCRIPTION:This session looks at the building blocks of communicating clear messages to others.  In a core aspect of leadership that is often taken for granted\, those who excel at communicating often excel in supervision.  Learn to avoid noise and interference\, and how to properly process feedback to fine tune your messages for clearer understanding. \nPresented by Jeff Tingley; Human Service Forum \nThis session is part of our Supervisory Skills Series\, available for individual registration. About the Series: \nGive new supervisors the skills they need to succeed.  If you are planning on promoting\, or have just promoted someone to a supervisory position help them hit the ground running with this 8 week course.  With HSF’s strong team of seasoned presenters covering a wide range of knowledge from different points of view\, we cover theory\, soft skills\, and hard facts.  Conversation topics range from harassment law and insurance liability to finding common purpose in a team and how to show faith in those who work for you\, and much much more. \n \nOTHER SESSIONS IN THE SERIES: \n\nRetention: Rewards and Accountability-11/5\n\nPeople don’t leave jobs; they leave bad supervisors. This session puts a focus on how a supervisor can strengthen and grow those who report to them\, creating an environment where employees want to stay.  Covering how to multiple the strengths of your team\, how to discipline in a way that productive\, and how to praise\, we will learn how to create a work environment centered on retention. \nPresented by Diana Brooks; Diana Brooks Associates \nSupervisory Skills Series Sponsor: \n \n  \n  \nHSF Annual Sponsors: \n          \n     \n    
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/choose-your-training-fall-2024-2-2-2/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241030T123000
DTSTAMP:20260517T152101
CREATED:20240927T152907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T154545Z
UID:10003801-1730278800-1730291400@www.humanserviceforum.org
SUMMARY:HR Communications and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:HSF proudly presents our new Recruitment and Retention Series. This series designed for HR Professionals and Executive level Managers takes a deep dive in six topics to help find and keep the right people for your organization.\nFrom understand why you gravitate towards some people\, to understanding your “why” so you can instill it in others\, we take a deep dive with a diverse team of experts. \nThe most requested topics for workshops are ones centered around recruitment and retention.  You asked\, we listened! \nSelect individual sessions or save by selecting the full series.  Select an agency spot\, and send a different person to each training. \n \nSeries dates and Topics (detailed descriptions being added as they come in):  \n\nHR Communications and Challenges- On 10/30\n\nPresenter TBA \n\nUnderstanding and Separating Bias- on 11/6\n\nDo you wonder why are naturally drawn to some people and gloss over others? When meeting others you may notice you instantly are favorable to some people and cautious around others. Does that change as you get to know them?  During this session we will explore the reasons for this\, and draw attention how this might affect interviewing\, hiring\, or creating a work environment\, and use this knowledge to do what is best for your organization. \nPresented by Matanor Shucker (this session is Virtual Only) \n\nJob Descriptions\, Evals\, and Expectations Through an Equity Lens- on 11/13\n\nObjectives \n\nRecognize systems that exist which are directly responsible for invisible barriers\nExplore their personal bias and articulate its contributions to conflict and non-productivity in the workplace.\nDemonstrate cultural awareness and competence.\nIdentify language and terms that are harmful and offensive.\n\nLearning Outcomes \n\n\n\nEvaluate an organization’s hierarchy and how those structures do not add to building equity and belonging.\nUnderstand Affirmative Action on a deeper level.\nGain a greater understanding of your cultural values\, biases\, and behaviors and how they impact your interactions amidst diversity.\nExplore how language and communication influence whom you attract to your business.\nExpand knowledge of policy and systems that innately keep some folks out.\n\n\n\nPresented by Traci Talbert- African American Female Presenter Award Association \n\nCreating a Program of Employee Wellness and Support- on 11/20\n\nPresented by Val Francis and Nicole Polite \n\nCelebrating the Why- On 12/4\n\nWant to know why your work is really important? This workshop will help you dig deep into your organization’s story. We’ll talk about how understanding your mission and values can light a fire within you. Discover how a clear sense of purpose can attract the right people\, inspire innovation\, and build lasting connections. Learn the art of storytelling to share your passion with the world and make a real difference. \nPresented by Becca Coolong- Human Service Forum \n9am- 12:30pm all session \n$600 HSF Members \n$1200 Not Yet Members \n  \nHSF Training Sponsors \n \n \nHSF Annual Sponsors
URL:https://www.humanserviceforum.org/event/hsfs-recruitment-and-retention-series-2/
LOCATION:NCYF Building; 203 East St\, Easthampton\, 203 East St\, Easthampton\, MA\, 01027\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Calendar,HSF Event,HSF Member Event,HSF Non Member Event,Workshop
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