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Nwokwor, Ejike, MBBS

I had my medical school at University of Jos Nigeria; Completed one year of internship and worked with different organizations and institutions. Started postgraduate training in Psychiatry in Nigeria before moving to USA. I am currently in my 3rd year of Residency training in Psychiatry. My passion for mental health was borne of early life experiences and I have special in Community Psychiatry and Addiction.

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Digitization of Vulnerability – Social Media and Mental Health

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Burries, Cassandra

Cassandra Burries has been a member of Independence Center for over 9 years, where she is also on the Board of Directors.  In addition, she has been on the Clubhouse International Advisory Board for the past 8 years.  Cassandra is a MO certified Peer Specialist and has been working on the ITCD team (Integrated Treatment for Co-occurring Disorders) at BJC Behavioral Health for the past 7 years.  She also recently obtained a certificate in Pregnant and Parenting Families.
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Matlock, Tanya, MA

Tanya Matlach has a bachelor’s degree in Spanish from the University of Missouri St. Louis (UMSL).  She worked at Youth in Need for about 8 years as a Hispanic community support worker.  She completed a master’s in counseling from UMSL in 2010.  Tanya has been a member of Independence Center’s Clubhouse for 4 years, where she facilitates weekly Dual Recovery and Clubhouse Orientation meetings. She is also a Missouri Certified Peer Specialist.

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Restoring Lives -The Clubhouse Model Approach to Recovery

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Thomas, Andy, MA, CCJP, MARS

Andy Thomas is the Housing Director for Missouri Coalition of Recovery Support Providers (MCRSP). He has extensive history in criminal justice by working as an institutional parole officer, field officer, intensive supervision officer, drug court officer, and as a supervisor. After retiring from Missouri Probation & Parole, he worked as a counselor for the federal program and drug court program through Reality House Programs in Columbia, MO. He has a BA in Criminal Justice as well as an MA. He currently has certification in substance use counseling with a CCJP, MARS, and CPSS.

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Super Session: Missouri Housing Resources

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Kemna, Kelli, MSW

Kelli Kemna is the Housing Director for Missouri Department of Mental Health. Kelli administers Department of Mental Health’s Shelter Plus Care, Show Me Recovery Housing, VA GPD, Rental Assistance Program, PATH, SOAR and Housing Liaison projects throughout Missouri. These duties include providing technical assistance to housing centers to ensure grant compliance, fiscal management, working with coordinated entry systems to obtain referrals, writing policies and procedures for the implementation of the grants, writing policy for various Continuums of Care and advocating for equitable affordable housing options for those experiencing mental health or substance use issues. For the previous decade, Kelli ran the gamut of housing positions from supportive services to administration. The variety of experiences gives her a unique perspective on the homelessness and housing system. Her work is directed by the beliefs that everyone has the right to housing regardless of history or current circumstances and homelessness is a solvable problem through continuous improvement in housing choice. These core beliefs make her a great champion for housing first and finding creative strategies to the barriers faced in addressing homelessness and housing instability.
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Super Session: Missouri Housing Resources

Windgate 60-61

 

Speaker(s):

Kemna, Kelli, MSW

Thomas, Andy, MA, CCJP, MARS

Description

A presentation of housing resources and information in Missouri. A few of the specific housing options which will be covered are HUD sponsored housing, Recovery Housing and Veterans housing. The presentation will include how to locate affordable housing.

Objectives

Understand housing resources in Missouri

Knowledge of tools to search for affordable housing

Understand subpopulation specific housing resources

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The Intersection between Suicide and Individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Paradise Ballroom C

Speaker(s):

Ellison, Kathleen, MS, MA, NCC

Description

Suicide does not discriminate. Perhaps you have heard that statement before. Suicide can happen to anyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, socio-demographics, or intellectual and developmental abilities. Identifying risk and protective factors in persons with IDD requires greater understanding for researchers and practitioners, in order to be more effective when assessing risk and developing safety plans. This session will stretch participants’ typical mindsets when providing services to clients with IDD.

Objectives

Define various intellectual and developmental disabilities

Identify the protective factors, risk factors and warning signs for suicide in individuals with IDD

Identify appropriate tools for assessing suicide risk in individuals with IDD

Develop equitable safety plans for individuals with IDD in their living environments

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Glass, Kayette, LPC, PsyD

Dr. Kayette Glass is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Health Service Provider. She has worked in the mental health field since 1998 in different capacities, e.g., Community Support Worker, Psychosocial Rehabilitation Coordinator, Qualified Developmental Disability Professional, Licensed Psychologist, Director, Military Psychologist, and now Vice President of Clinical Services with The Arc of the Ozarks. The Vice-President of Clinical Services is responsible for planning, initiating, directing, coordinating, and implementing all care and treatment activities for individuals served by The Arc of the Ozarks and individuals served in the community. Currently, she supervises several teams, e.g., Psychological, Behavioral Analysts, Registered Behavior Techs, Behavior Consultants, and students. The design of the clinic is to provide wraparound services to individuals seeking assistance. She provides clinical services, crisis interventions, and has begun her training as a Suicide Prevention Trainer. She continues to provide community trainings and presentations to assist with educating others the importance of seeking mental health services and/or working with those who suffer from mental illness and a co-occurring IDD. Dr. Glass is also specially trained in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, Second Edition and is a Certified Mandt Instructor. Dr. Glass assists with in-home services for individuals with IDD and dementia.
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Nesbitt, Donna, BA

Donna Nesbitt is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor in the state of Missouri. She currently works at Ozark Center in Joplin as a Mobile Crisis Specialist for the 988-Lifeline. Her experience includes four years as a counselor in substance use and as a case manager. Donna holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and in Sociology from Missouri Southern State University while having recently started the Master’s in Social Work program at Liberty University. Donna sits on the Committee for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Ozark Center. She is an advocate for the LGBTQIA+ and recovery communities as well as being a part of both herself, identifying as a Lesbian woman and celebrating 11 years of sobriety this year. Donna has spoken previously at the Spring Training Institute and provided trainings within her agency as well as to others on various topics related to her competencies.

Presentation(s):

The Rainbow Road to Recovery

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Inclusion & Affirmation: Improving SUD Treatment for the LGBTQIA+ Population

Paradise Ballroom B

 

Speaker(s):

Nesbitt, Donna, BA

Description

This presentation will focus on the unique needs of LGBTQIA+ individuals seeking treatment for substance use. It will examine important considerations for success in recovery as well as which interventions are most effective for long-term sobriety. Those attending will be educated on updated terminology, current societal issues, and concerns regarding treatment that all contribute to the prevalence of addiction among this community. The presentation will be given from the perspective of someone who specializes in working with LGBTQIA+ clients and has been one. The hope is to increase awareness, improve inclusivity, shift treatment protocols, and demonstrate to providers how they can be more affirmative in the support they are offering. The presentation will also give tips and ideas for increasing involvement with advocacy and potentially increase the number of clients that reach out.

Objectives

Define common terms important to know for working with the LGBTQIA+

Increase knowledge of changes occurring within & outside community

Identify the unique issues LGBTQIA+ individuals face which contribute to SUD

Describe the difference between inclusivity versus affirmation in treatment

Utilize suggestions in order to improve current practice for better outcomes