This learning program prepares learners to apply the policies and best practices that promote the safety, permanency and well-being of LGBTQAI+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Asexual, Intersex, and many more) young people involved with the New York City child welfare and juvenile justice systems. During this course, learners practice creating affirming environments where all are respected regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. Per ACS policy, learners must complete this Foundational course in their new hire orientation period, and then must complete LGBTQAI+ Refresher: Improving Outcomes for LGBTQAI+ Young once every two years thereafter. Before attending this virtual, instructor-led training, learners must complete an online pre-test.
Who Should Attend?
Direct service staff, supervisors and managers working in ACS and ACS provider agencies.
Course Benefits
Learners will:
- Demonstrate behaviors that cultivate LGBTQAI+ affirming and inclusive environments within ACS and provider agencies.
- Adopt practices that are in alignment with ACS’s affirming policies while engaging young people that are or may be LGBTQAI+.
- Be able to support staff in managing issues that arise with parents, foster parents and caregivers of LGBTQIA+ youths.
- Implement strategies that improve outcomes for LGBTQAI+ youth involved with ACS and provider agencies.
- Commit to practicing LGBTQAI+ affirming strategies.
Course Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Course Components
Once enrolled in the course, learners will complete:
- An online pre-test.
- A one-day, virtual, instructor-led workshop.
- An online post-test.
Completion of all components is necessary to receive a Certificate of Completion.
Continuing Education Units
The New York City Administration for Children’s Services is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0402. This course is 5.5 contact hours/0.55 CEU. CEU credit is contingent upon completion of all course components.
Registration
Register for this course by logging in to Cornerstone, browse for the course name and complete all information. For more information about the ACS Workforce Institute, please contact the Help Desk at WIhelpdesk@acs.nyc.gov or call (212) 748-1898.