YLS/CMI Master Trainer Application

TO: All Juvenile Supervision and Case Management Staff FR: The Evidence-Based Practices Policy Team RE: Prerequisites & expectations for Youth Level of Service 2.0 (YLS 2.0) Trainers

The YLS/CMI 2.0 Train-the-Trainer (T4T) certification course is designed to provide participants with the skills, ability and confidence to train and coach agency staff in the administering and scoring of the YLS/CMI 2.0 risk assessment tool.

It is strongly recommended that individuals who participate in the YLS/CMI 2.0 T4T course have the following characteristics:

 Interest or experience in speaking to groups and training staff.  Understanding of the 8 principles of Evidence Based Practices and how they relate to correctional practice.  Strong ability to provide feedback and coaching in a constructive manner.  Supervisory and agency approval for ongoing participation.

Requirements for Trainer Certification

Foundation Skills 16 hours On-line Initial Training 6.5 hours Training for Trainers 24 hours Apprentice Training 16 hours TOTAL TIME COMMITMENT 62.5 hours

 Prior completion of the full YLS/CMI or YLS 2.0 conversion course (verification required) and demonstrated proficiency in assessment scoring.

 Preference given to those who have completed Motivational Interviewing Level I & II.

 Complete Foundation Skills for Trainers (2 days) conducted by MN DOC or equivalent trainer skills course and provide verification of prior completion. This will be offered December 1-2, 2015; register through ELM (https://forums.doc.state.mn.us/site/eut/SitePages/Home.aspx).

 Complete Phase I on- line YLS/CMI training prior to the classroom training (also available through ELM at above site).

 Complete the YLS/CMI 2.0 Training for Trainers (3 days). This is scheduled for January 26-28, 2016, at the MN DOC office, 1450 Energy Park Drive, Suite 200, St. Paul, MN, 55108.

 Apprentice with Master Trainer conducting full YLS/CMI 2.0 Phase II (classroom) training sessions, or booster trainings. Apprenticeship allows new trainers to fine-tune their performance under the guidance of an experienced and supportive colleague.

1 of 4 ** Attending T4T training does not automatically guarantee you will receive successful certification. Training performance will be evaluated by Master Trainer(s) and feedback and coaching provided to participants during the apprenticeship. Our goal is to help you reach your potential as a trainer. Trainer certification will come with approval of the apprenticeship.

Expectations of a YLS/CMI 2.0 Trainer

In the spirit of collaboration, there will be a need for continued development of training curriculum; initial, and booster/refresher trainings; quality assurance; feedback; and coaching. Each trainer and his/her agency must be willing to commit to sustaining MN training efforts by:

 Conducting one (2-day) YLS/CMI 2.0 training, 3 to 4 booster trainings or the equivalent (proficiency) thereof each year.  Quarterly participation in the EBP Forum  Two-year minimum commitment

Note: The trainer’s agency will cover the trainer’s time and any travel expenses.

Questions about the training, expectations of trainers and/or the application process may be directed to the YLS/CMI 2.0 co-chairs:

Mary Evers – [email protected] Scott Phillips- [email protected]

Applications must be submitted electronically with supporting documentation to Mary or Jenna by November 6, 2015.

Successful applicants will be notified by November 18, 2015.

2 of 4 The EBP Policy Team’s mission is: To provide leadership that promotes and sustains the statewide use of Evidence Based Practices.

This training opportunity is brought to you through the unique collaboration of Minnesota’s three community services delivery systems and state correctional facilities as part of this commitment to sustain statewide EBP training.

3 of 4 YLS 2.0 Trainer Application

Name: Agency:

Address:

Phone: Cell Phone:

E-Mail:

Please note that participants must commit to attending the entire YLS 2.0 T4T training. Applicants must have supervisory/agency approval to attend YLS 2.0 T4T training.

Please respond with a brief explanation to each of the following:

1. Your interest & experience in speaking to groups and training staff.

2. Your experience working with juvenile offenders.

3. Describe the 8 principles of Evidence Based Practices and how these principles are utilized in correctional practice.

4. Your knowledge of the theory, research, and administration of the YLS/CMI.

5. Your experience with the YLS/CMI or YLS 2.0 (when and how you were trained in the use of the tool, who trained you, ongoing booster training dates, and the approximate number of assessments you have completed).

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