Upcoming Events
ICOY hosts training, policy forums, special events and other meetings for our membership, direct service providers contracted through the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and service administrators. See a calendar of all our upcoming events and training.
Relational Data Gathering Strategies (RPSA)
Please join us for our Relational Data Gathering Strategies training. This training focuses on gathering accurate data intake assessments and contact information and establishing rapport with all program participants. There are known difficulties associated with gaining accurate data from potential clients. This training is for staff responsible for developing or using data collection tools to…
IDHS Special Trauma Topic Training: Trauma-Informed Conflict Engagement and Resolution in Teams
Conflict is a natural part of team dynamics, but understanding why it happens and how to address it is crucial for maintaining a healthy and productive work environment. In this training, we will explore the following objectives through a trauma-informed lens: understand the common causes and triggers of conflict and promoting open and honest communication…
Motivational Interviewing (RPSA)
This ICOY training provides an overview of motivational interviewing and its key elements for effective practice: Values, Ambivalence, Empathy, the Spirit of MI, O.A.R.S, and Eliciting Change Talk. The main focus of motivational interviewing is to partner with the individual to enhance motivation and utilize ambivalence to build a successful plan for making change. Compared…
Staff Engagement & Community Outreach (RPSA)
This is a two-day, 2-hour training that reviews 11 principles and provides participants with the ability t to enhance their engagement practices by examining values, beliefs, cultural sensitivity, and self-control, enhance their engagement practices by examining values, beliefs, cultural sensitivity, and self-control as well as offering tips on creating quality and impactful outreach efforts. Trainer:…
Casey Life Skills
Please join us for this Casey Life skills training, developed by Casey Family Programs, which teaches youth providers how to use life skills assessments with youth in homeless youth and transitioning youth programs. Casey assessments also have applications in a variety of other youth service programs including basic centers, street outreach programs, educational outreach programs…
Relational Data Gathering Strategies (RPSA)
Please join us for our Relational Data Gathering Strategies training. This training focuses on gathering accurate data intake assessments and contact information and establishing rapport with all program participants. There are known difficulties associated with gaining accurate data from potential clients. This training is for staff responsible for developing or using data collection tools to…
Child Welfare Coalition Call
Join ICOY and other member organizations on a call to discuss key changes in the child welfare and youth-led arena.The goal is to create a child welfare system that prepares youth to become successful and self-sufficient. Illinois Collaboration on Youth (ICOY) seeks to focus the attention of Illinois’ elected officials in all branches of government…
Greater IL: Trauma-Informed Supervision
This training is designed for supervisors to discuss their role and impact on and in organizations. As supervisors, we must incorporate trauma-informed care principles to address workplace trauma experienced by staff. During this training, Trauma-Informed Supervision will highlight tools for effectively building relationships, managing conflict, and communication skills within teams. Participants will gain strategies to…
Overview of eCornerstone
This introductory training will provide participants with an overview of the eCornerstone system including specific data entry information for CCBYS, Redeploy, Teen REACH and Homeless Youth programs. Participants will walk through the process of logging in to eCornerstone and entering client data from enrollment to discharge. By the end of the training, participants will be…
ICOY Monthly Member Call
Register below for ICOY’s monthly member call where we’ll provide updates from state and federal agencies on topics related to your work. If you don’t currently belong to a member organization but would like to participate, reach out to ICOY's Community Relations & Marketing Manager, Conor Van Santen, at cvansanten@icoyouth.org
Family & Community Engagement (RPSA)
The More You Know, the more you grow! This training will explore and engage participants in the "two heads are better than one" model of community partnerships! Together we will discuss the power of collaboration and how it can lead to positive results such as thriving families and sustainable communities. Be prepared to identify potential…
ICOY Annual Member Meeting
I Hotel & Illinois Conference Center 1900 South 1st Street, Champaign, IL, United StatesJoin ICOY in Champaign, Illinois on June 12th for our Annual Member Meeting! We'll be hosting speakers from the American Bar Association and engaging in meaningful programming and networking. Make sure you register on Eventbrite before you attend! Please email Senior Manager of Communications & Outreach Conor Van Santen at cvansanten@icoyouth.org with any questions.