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.
Legal Training for Practitioneers Working with Youth in Crisis
Please join ICOY's Legal training to review best practices for working with youth and families in the context of an agency's legal responsibilities. We will address decision-making authority and the various players, juvenile justice laws, and intersecting legal proceedings, crisis situations and responses, rights of minors without parental consent, and legal guidelines for case managers.…
Trauma-Informed Supervision for Supervisors
This training session is designed for supervisors, managers, and senior leadership to enhance team support and build vital supervisory networks. Together we will explore trauma-informed supervision techniques focusing on relationship building, conflict management, and effective communication strategies. Finally, participants will discuss skills to create a trauma-informed environment for both staff and clients. Two continuing education…
YASI Supervisor Training
This one-day training is specifically for managers, supervisors and coaches responsible for supervising the implementation and quality assurance practices of the YASI and case planning. The training will include implementing and using best practices, reviewing YASI case planning training practices, an introduction to the coaching model and CCBYS paperwork, reviewing expectations from DHS, quality assurance…
ICOY 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…
DCFS Finance & Admin Professional Coalition
This meeting is for Finance & Admin professionals at ICOY Member organizations to connect on questions and issues pertaining to DCFS billing and administration.
CCBYS Management Meeting (In Person)
Illinois State University Alumni Center, 1101 N. Main Street, Normal IL 61761 Illinois State University Alumni Center, 1101 N. Main Street, Normal IL 61761, Normal, IL, United StatesPlease join us for today's in person management meeting for CCBYS providers in FY25. As a reminder, this meeting is mandatory for each program with the purpose of increasing communication across programs and with the state. Location: Illinois State University: Alumni Center 1101 North Main Street, Normal, IL 61761 Room AC116
DCFS Admin/Finance Professionals Networking @WCYA
Webster Cantrell Youth Advocacy 1942 East Cantrell Street, Decatur, IL, United StatesICOY invites subject matter experts from member organizations to hear from DCFS on contracts, budget, payment times, and excess revenue. Finance and Administrative Professionals in Community-Based Child Welfare Agencies – Please join ICOY for an in-person discussion of contracts, payments, budget timelines, and excess revenue with leaders from DCFS. We will also be discussing requests…
DCFS Admin/Finance Professionals Networking @Spero Family Services
Spero Family Services 1601 Salem Road, Mount Vernon, IL, United StatesICOY invites subject matter experts from member organizations to hear from DCFS on contracts, budget, payment times, and excess revenue. Finance and Administrative Professionals in Community-Based Child Welfare Agencies – Please join ICOY for an in-person discussion of contracts, payments, budget timelines, and excess revenue with leaders from DCFS. We will also be discussing requests…
Harm Reduction: A Framework for Substance Use Disorder and its Intersections with Social Justice Movements.
Harm reduction is an evidence-based framework rooted in the inherent humanity of people who use drugs and alcohol. In this training, we will explore the principles of harm reduction, their far-reaching impact, and intersections with justice-based movements such as racial equity, LGBTQ+ rights, and access to housing and healthcare. Finally, we will learn tangible tools…
Implicit Bias
In this workshop, we'll engage the world of implicit bias. Through self-reflection exercises and case studies, we'll explore the power of first impressions and the hidden biases that shape our perceptions. Together we will discover how to cultivate a more compassionate and equitable approach to serving youth experiencing homelessness and trauma. Trainer: Dr. Dawnn Pirani…
Youth Experiencing Housing Instability 101
This two-day webinar provides supervisory and front-line staff working in DHS funded Homeless Youth programs with essential information they need to ensure effective practice and compliance with the program's regulations. Participants will learn how to best engage homeless youth and create the environments and programs that most effectively meet their needs. During this training we…