Arkansas Rehabilitation Association

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1 CALL FOR PROPOSALS 2014 Annual Training Conference Invitation to Present The (ARA) invites your participation in the 2014 Annual Training Conference, which will be held at Doubletree Hotel in Little Rock, Arkansas. The theme of the 2013 Annual Training Conference is What A Difference A Job Makes Employment Empowers People! All interested individuals, facilities, agencies and organizations, are invited to submit proposals for concurrent session presentations. The ARA Program Committee will review and select submissions that consider the proposals contributions to a well-balanced program of interest to the members of the ARA, who represent public and private rehabilitation agencies, facilities, hospitals, schools and other organizations serving the needs of individuals with disabilities. Requested proposal topics include (proposals focusing on these topics will be given priority) Dealing with Difficult People: Consumers and Staff Dual Diagnosis: Co-Morbid or Co-Existing Disorders Medication Issues Job Placement Techniques Stress Management and Joy in Work Time Management Positive Behavior Supports Living with a Disability: Personal Stories Communicating with Potential Employers Rehabilitation Partnerships Job Placement: Partnerships with Employers Leadership and Supervisory Skills Supported Employment Communication Skills Benefits of Professional Associations Advocacy ADA and Reasonable Accommodations Transition from School to Work Other recommended proposal topics include (but are not limited to) Access Diversity Managed Care Research in Rehabilitation Accommodations in Classroom Settings Ethics* Managing disasters Technological Advancements Social Justice Crisis Management Rehabilitation Counseling Diversity *Ethics presentations must be based on the current CRC Code of Ethics and should include discussion of the Code, as well as cite specific codes addressed in the presentation. Page 1

2 2014 Annual Training Conference Proposals should be designed for concurrent sessions of either one hour or one and one-half (1.5) hour duration. All concurrent sessions will be set up theater style with a table and a screen. Please be sure to accurately complete the AV Request included in the Call for Proposals. NOTE: NO laptops or projectors will be provided and each presenter is responsible for bringing their own equipment. Selected presenters are responsible for all lodging, travel, additional audiovisual equipment rental, and per diem costs associated with their participation in the conference. Presenters who do not pay for the conference are invited to attend other conference sessions at no cost on the day of their presentation only, but will not be eligible for continuing education credits for those sessions or eligible to participate in breaks or meals provided. NOTE: Even if attending for only one day as a nonpaid participant, presenters must still register for the conference. Review Criteria for Proposals: Overall quality; Relevance to the field of rehabilitation; Well-defined focus that can be presented in a one hour or 1.5 hour format; Practical application of idea presented; Originality and timeliness of idea. Ethics presentations based on the CRC Code of Ethics should so indicate. People First Language and Accommodations: All presenters are reminded to use people first language. All presenters must provide accessible formats for handouts. Notification: Notification of proposal inclusion will be provided to the primary presenter no later than April 1, Instructions for Proposal Submission: Please use the Call for Proposals form or an exact duplicate. In order for consideration and to facilitate inclusion in the final program if selected, ALL proposals MUST be typed and submitted via attachment in MS Word format. Application must be complete Do not exceed the space provided (please do not add extra sheets except those containing presenter vita information); Handouts must accompany program proposal applications. Handouts, including alternative formats for handouts, are the speakers responsibilities to provide on-site. Include a one-page resume or vita for each presenter. PLEASE SUBMIT ALL PROPOSALS BY March 1, All complete proposals must be submitted to Ms. Amanda Connell at: Amanda.Connell@arkansas.gov

3 2013 Annual Training Conference Biographical Data Form (One Form Required for Each Presenter) NOTE: The lead presenter will be the contact person for the presentation. Please print clearly or type information. Name: Name and Professional Credentials (as you want them to appear on the Program if you are selected) Preferred Address: Number and Street City Telephone: Office Home Mobile State Zip address: Current Job Title: Title and Description Employer s Name/Department: Employer Department Education (include basic preparation through highest degree held): Institution (Name, City, State) Degree & Major Year Degree Awarded Use this space to briefly describe your professional experience or areas of expertise (including publications), which contribute to your particular involvement with this presentation. Page 3

4 2013 Annual Training Conference Title of Presentation (7-10 word maximum): Targeted Audience (level of audience knowledge/expertise): Beginning Intermediate Advanced Time Period Preferred: 1 hour 1.5 hours Handouts: Handouts must accompany program proposal applications to fully evaluate proposals. Note that ethics handouts must directly cite the current CRC Code of Ethics, and cite specific codes that are addressed. Room Arrangement: Theater Style is standard. Please indicate if you would like us to consider special arrangements. NOTE: Each presenter must bring their own laptop and projector. Final Program Summary (maximum 50-word description appropriate for final program): The Receipt Deadline for all proposal submissions is March 1, All proposals must be submitted to Ms. Amanda Connell at: Amanda.Connell@arkansas.gov Page 4

5 2013 Annual Training Conference Please complete all application items and attach a one-page resume/vita for all presenters. Proposals must be received by March 1, The following information is required to obtain program certification credit. Please be sure to complete pages 3, 4, 5, and 6. Presentations on Ethics must indicate inclusion and discussion of the CRC Code of Ethics to meet CRC credit requirements, and must cite specific codes that will be addressed. Objectives/Method. List program objective(s) in clear Terms. Example: 1. Identify the problems associated with substance abuse 2. Develop strategies to facilitate employment. Content. Provide an outline of the content to be presented for each objective. Example: A. The most common problems 1,2,3 B. Discuss strategies 1,2,3 Time Frame. State the time frame for each objective. Example: 30 minutes Page 6

6 2013 Annual Training Conference Presenter(s). List presenter for each objective. List presenter/student ratio requirements Example: Objective 1: First presenter Objective 2: Both presenters Teaching. Describe teaching method(s) (lecture, small group, interactive, roleplay, simulation, etc.) Example: Lecture, PowerPoint Audiovisual Equipment: Please indicate with a check each piece of equipment you will require for your presentation, if accepted. Overhead projector (NOT LCD Projector) Screen NOTE: Each presenter must bring their own laptop and LCD projector. None will be provided at the conference. Additional Audiovisual Equipment If you require different audiovisual equipment from that listed above please contact Amanda Connell at: Amanda.Connell@arkansas.gov Please complete this form by March 1, 2014 and return with the Call for Proposals to: Ms. Amanda Connell at: Amanda.Connell@arkansas.gov Page 7