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NCACDSS Professional Capacity Committee
Meeting Minutes
February 9, 2005
Members present: Co-chairs Larry Johnson and Sarah Bradshaw, Earl Marett, Lee Quick, Sammy Haithcock, Nancy Coston , Jay Burrus , Betsy Moore, Jack Rogers Staff present: Karen George, Donna Pygott , Keri McManus , and Chris Howell
Co-chair Sarah Bradshaw called the meeting to order at 9:05 at the Albert Coates Building in Raleigh .
FamilyNet/Leading By Results/Nexus Project Update/Discussion
Mr. Johnson opened up the discussion by bringing the committee up-to-date on recent changes occurring with the Nexus Project. The general framework of the Nexus Project is created to enhance system reforms: i.e. FamilyNet, LBR, and MRS, which also seems to be in line with LBR Task Force discussion regarding accreditation. The goal is to create an assessment tool with how projects can help enhance an entire agency. Counties can then use the assessment to create a business plan and decide which system reform(s) will work best for them. Mr. Johnson suggested that the Professional Capacity Committee continue to look at areas of professional development that align with the Nexus project. It was requested that Chris Howell email the PowerPoint that was presented at the Executive Board meeting in New Bern to the Professional Capacity Committee for review.
Since this model appears to be the first of its kind for human services, it was suggested that additional research be done to assist in development. Jack Rogers offered a review of Wake County 's model. Mr. Johnson also requested that the committee review a new accreditation model that will offer counties new ideas. Mr. Burrus suggested adding a “current trends” track to the professional development plan and during the new director's orientation.
It was noted that the Z. Smith Reynolds grant requires a $25K match, and that Sammy Haithcock has applied for a matching grant through the Broyhill Foundation. It was also noted that Mr. Haithcock is the official chair of the FamilyNet subcommittee and will provide monthly progress reports at future meetings.
Report on Conferences
Fiscal, Personnel, & Technology Conference:
Ms McManus gave an update on the Fiscal, Personnel, & Technology Conference. There are over 400 in the database which includes registrants, exhibitors, sponsors, and speakers. The conference is scheduled for February 16-18, 2005 at the Greensboro Marriott Downtown. Everything is in order and ready for next week.
Regional Meetings:
The Eastern Region Meeting is coming up February 24 and 25 at Atlantic Beach . The Central Region has decided on the dates of March 17, June 16, and September 15, each being one day meetings.
It was also mentioned that a Social Services Institute planning committee meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 18 from 9:30-11:30am at the association office.
Director's Professional Development Program Update
Ms. Coston said she would have follow-up discussion with the Institute of Government to see what tools and resources they may have to move the program and she will report to Ms. Bradshaw and Mr. Johnson. IOG may provide resources even if they are not an overseer of the program. There also may be more recognition and merit behind the credits if they come from IOG.
The committee may want to have a roundtable discussion with other resources such as NASW, OSP , NC DSS ICMA, MPA, and School of Social Work . And, there may be opportunities to benefit from grants and funding.
Ms. Bradshaw, Mr. Johnson, Ms. Pygott, and Ms. McManus are to compile all of the information that has been sent in for the Professional Development Program and create notebooks for the committee members to reference.
Mentor Assignments Updates
Ms. Pygott emailed an updated list out to those who are currently participating in the program. The email reiterated that the mentors and mentees are on the list for a two-year rotation.
Other Business
Jack Rogers had some information on leadership training to share with the committee. Wake County Human Services has joined together with other Wake County government offices in a learning opportunity for organizational development. Howard Schultz would like to attend a Professional Capacity Committee meeting to discuss what his group does.
The committee will discuss June new director orientation at April meeting.
Next Meeting
The next meeting was tentatively scheduled for March 10 at the Albert Coates Building in Raleigh . Time to be determined.
Adjourn
The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 am .
