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Annual Report

Goals 2007

To train 50 staff in 'Multi-Element Behavioural Support- A short Course'.
To provide training in the Supervision of Behavioural Support Plans, the Mentoring of Positive Behaviour Support, Introduction to Multi-Element Behavioural Support, Systematic Instruction, Positive Futures Planning and Periodic Service Review.
To support projects under the 'Emerging Voices Initiative 2007'.
To provide individual consultation services in Positive Behaviour Support.
To conduct two pieces of research and prepare them for publication.
To develop further modules for accreditation with the Dublin Institute of Technology.
To conduct a series of workshops and information evenings on Positive Behaviour Support for individuals, their friends, families and their circles of support in an effort to raise awareness of the approach.
To develop a booklet on Positive Behaviour Support and Personal Outcomes Measures.
The Callan team to attend and make three presentations at the Institute of Applied Behaviour Analysis International Conference in New Orleans, USA in May 2007.
Access funding for projects.
To host a conference in 2008.
To conduct status reports on portfolios completed as part of the 'Multi Element Behavioural Support: A Short Course', and to schedule a call for quarterly reports.
To develop materials for computer based learning.
Administration Goals:
a. To develop tools to monitor progress of students on MEBS, including attendance and assignments submissions.
b. Review internal management and monitoring of The Callan Institute's webpage (www.callaninstitute.org). c. Review of training information materials.
d. Compile a pack for reception area and develop an induction programme for reception staff in relation to Callan training and upcoming events.
 
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Training Courses
Multi-Element Behavioural Support (MEBS) This course is designed to support staff and families to conduct a comprehensive functional assessment and develop a behaviour support plan for one individual presenting with challenging behaviour. It is a competency-based course, delivered over a 9- month period, and is accredited with the Dublin Institute of Technology.

Systematic Instruction
This course provides practical training in precision teaching and programme writing. Participants are supervised in the implementation of skills teaching programmes with children / adults who have learning and communicational difficulties, with particular emphasis given to learners with severe and profound learning difficulties. This course involves 3 x 1 day modules of lectures and supervision along with practical assignments over a ten week period.

Positive Futures Planning
This course is designed on the principles of planning with and for the individual. A futures plan is an opportunity for people to come together and share ideas about one person’s capacity to enjoy a good quality of life. The emphasis is on facilitating an appreciation of the person, on sharing a common dream of the future, on creative problem solving and on harnessing natural supports. This course is delivered in three one-day modules with interim practical assignments.

Periodic Service Review
Periodic Service Review is both an instrument for assessing the quality of a service and a system for maintaining quality improvement over time. As an instrument, Periodic Service Review is quick and comprehensive. As a system of self-management, it is proactive and non-aversive, leading to practical goal setting and improved morale among staff teams. This course is a three-day course for staff teams. Each staff team will design its own Periodic Service Review, will implement self-defined performance standards and will monitor progress over the duration of the course.

Supervision of Behavioural Support Services This is a 3-hour workshop designed for staff supervising behavioural support services. Positive Behavioural Support and Multi-Element Behavioural Support are presented and support and supervisory aids are discussed.
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