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Now Hiring Staffing Development Manager
STAR Services, a fast-growing social services staffing and management consulting firm has a FT (30 hour) opening for an experienced Staffing Development Manager.
OSHA Posting Notice

All employers with 10 or more employees during the previous year must complete and post their OSHA Form 300A – Summary of Work-Related injuries and Illnesses by February 1 until April 30 each year in a conspicuous location.

DCDP Is Back!
The Designated Coordinator Development Program is a three day interactive course designed to help the participants gain the knowledge, confidence, and skills necessary to be a successful Designated Coordinator.  This competency-based program requires participants to demonstrate proficiency in key topic area, and upon achievement, participants will receive a certificate of completion.
FLAT RATE TRAINING SPECIAL FOR 2010!
In response to our customers’ requests, we are offering a flat rate training price for classes in 2010 at a SUBSTANTIAL discount!
 
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STAR Services

STAR Services is a training, education, staffing, consulting and business development resource for social service agencies, individuals, families, social service professionals, schools, and government agencies. We provide the support and solutions you need to achieve your goals and help you to better serve individuals with disabilities.

STAR Services works with disability providers throughout Minnesota to provide supports including:

  • Temporary staffing for residential, vocational, educational and in-home disability settings
  • Recruiting services for all levels of staff with experience in the disability field
  • Training for direct care staff and managers
  • Consulting on rules and regulations including 245B and Adult Foster Care Rule 203
  • Assistance with starting up and running waivered services for DD, TBI, CADI, CAC and Elderly Waivers
  • Health and Wellness Nurse Consulting Services
  • Financial and Management Supports

We can help your agency from the earliest phase of new company start up (including applying for appropriate licenses, setting up your business structure and supports etc.) through advanced stages of success (including compliance audits, navigating the Department of Human Services requirements etc.).

Our trainings offer several levels of expertise. Orient staff to the disability field with classes like American Red Cross CPR and First Aid, Medication Administration, Vulnerable Adult Act, Maltreatment of Minors Act, Consumer Rights and the 245B requirements of training on aversive and deprivation procedures. Managers and administrative staff with experience in the field will enjoy classes on topics such as human resources, Designated Coordinator Development, and finance.  In response to our customers' requests, we are offering a flat rate training price for classes in 2010 at a SUBSTANTIAL discount.

STAR Services recognizes that in the development of your company, the focus is on delivering quality direct care supports to the people you serve. We can assist you by providing skilled and experienced staff to fill the gaps in your business operations such as human resources, finance, quality assurance, and management. Using STAR Services gives you the expertise and peace of mind that you get from tenured professional employees, at a fraction of the cost.

Contact Jennifer  May at jmay@starsvcs.com or 651-644-3140 Ext. 257 for more information.


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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Writing Risk Management Plans
Do you want your Risk Management Plans to be so professional that they stand out above the rest? Do you want the quality of the services you provide to be reflected in the Risk Management Plans you write? Come and learn the skills to do just that!
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Positively Affecting Challenging Behaviors
If you are interested in helping the individuals you serve to decrease their target behaviors and increase their adaptive, positive skills, then this class is for you! If you wonder which methods positively affect behavior and how to encourage appropriate interaction between staff and the individuals you serve, then this class will provide you with practical and successful techniques to accomplish these goals.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Writing Effective Behavior Support Plans
A Behavior Support Plan is a successful way to support individuals in developing new skills. By learning and experiencing positive social and personal routines, individuals will gain independence and expand their abilities. Through lecture, discussion, and group interaction, participants will increase their practical knowledge of developing and implementing positive Behavior Support Plans (BSPs).
Tuesday, March 02, 2010
DCDP
The Designated Coordinator Development Program is a three day interactive course designed to help the participants gain the knowledge, confidence, and skills necessary to be a successful Designated Coordinator.  This competency-based program requires participants to demonstrate proficiency in key topic areas, and upon achievement, participants will receive a certificate of completion. 
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Psychotropic Medication Monitoring
For any individual taking psychotropic medication, monitoring medication for effectiveness is mandatory according to current 245B licensing requirements.  Proper training and knowledge is essential to completing all required documentation.
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