The NIATx Change Leader Academy (CLA) is a one-day, face-to-face workshop followed by three months of peer networking and support from a NIATx coach. The CLA trains change leaders in the NIATx model of process improvement: a structured, team-based approach to change management for organizations large and small. Attendees learn how to select a change project, set a project aim, engage senior leaders and staff in the change process, and achieve measurable, sustainable improvements.

Trainer: Mat Roosa 

Mathew Roosa, ACSW, LCSW-R is a consultant, trainer, and coach, providing organizational and systems level support for program development, quality improvement, and strategic planning in behavioral and healthcare environments. He is also Director of Planning and Quality Improvement for the Onondaga County Department of Adult and Long Term Services, providing support to mental health, substance use, Corrections, Ageing, and other service systems. Mr. Roosa is the former Clinical Director of Central New York Services, a Non-Profit Agency providing residential, forensic, and treatment services, and specializing in services for people with co-occurring chemical dependency and mental illness. Formerly Mr. Roosa was the Clinical Director of Family Services Associates, providing outpatient family therapy and chemical dependency services. Mr. Roosa’s experiences also include the maintenance of a private psychotherapy practice, and teaching as an adjunct faculty member of the Human Services Department at Cazenovia College and the Syracuse University Social Work Program.

Registration begins at 8:30 AM

This event is co-sponsored by the Illinois Association for Behavioral Health.  There will be a $10.00 fee for this event. Parking is $12.00, validation is provided if needed.