Motivational Interviewing and Matching Vocational Interventions to Stage of Change (closed event) - ACCES-VR Syracuse District Office

This training will provide attendees with the foundational elements of motivational interviewing and the stages of change model; demonstration and practice of skills and strategies to implement motivational interviewing in your work; and approaches to match your interventions to your participant’s stage of change. This training will be informational and interactive.
 
CRC CEUs are provided by New York ACCES-VR.
 
Who Should Attend:
This training is appropriate for vocational rehabilitation counselors, supervisors, and managers of vocational rehabilitation services. 
 
Trainers:  
Ken Kinter, MA, LPC is an Assistant Professor at Rutgers University providing trainings and facilitating the implementation of evidence-based practices at state psychiatric hospitals. He is currently enrolled in the Ed.D. program at Rowan University. His past work experience includes positions at screening centers, partial care programs, and a county jail. Mr. Kinter was formerly a part of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers. 
 
Joni N. Dolce, MS, CRC, CPRP, is an Assistant Professor at Rutgers University where she provides training and technical assistance to improve career services for people with mental health conditions. Ms. Dolce has several years of experience working in Supported Employment services, providing both direct employment services and supervising staff. She speaks and provides workshops and trainings locally and nationally on a variety of employment related topics.