With an increasing number of people with developmental disabilities and multiple co-occurring needs, complexity is to be expected. Sometimes these complexities can lead to involvement with the criminal justice system.

This webinar will provide an overview of the forensic process from a first encounter with law enforcement to arrest, arraignment, incarceration, alternatives and more with a focus on how a person we support might experience that process. 

Competency examinations will be discussed along with the potential impact of bail reform as it relates to the individual, their housemates, co-workers, neighbors, staff that support them, and staffing issues. 

The roles and responsibilities of counties, providers, and OPWDD will be outlined along with a review of recently issued forensic Administrative Directive Memoranda (ADMs). Additionally, some practical proactive and reactive strategies will be offered. 

This webinar will be presented by:

Facilitator: Delores McFadden, BCBA, LBA
President, Behavioral Momentum Applied Behavior Analysis

Katherine G. Alonge-Coons, LCSW-R
Commissioner, Rensselaer County Department of Mental Health & Chair, Conference of Local Mental Hygiene Directors 

Deborah J. Chard-Wierschem, Ph.D.
Director, Bureau of Intensive Treatment Services, Division of Service Delivery, State Operations & Statewide Services, NYS Office for People With Developmental Disabilities

Mark Guiliano, MSW 
Program Director Community Support, Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health

Ruth Roberts, LCSW-R
Director of Community Services, Chenango County Community Mental Hygiene Services & Chair, Conference of Local Mental Hygiene Directors' Developmental Disabilities Committee

Tickets

$39.00 Member Registration (Per Person)

$89.00 Non-Member Registration (Per Person)