Updated 10/4/08

Collaborative
Evaluation and Mediation (CEM)
for Custody and Parenting Time Disputes
19.5 hours


Offered next:   
WEDNESDAY- FRIDAY, March 11-13, 2009


Instructor(s):  Alison Taylor, M.A., LPC

This 3-day workshop will explore the current national and statewide models and standards, the recent research and literature, and outline the OFI sponsored model for service delivery.   This model features a comprehensive evaluation, including home visits, child interview, and a written report with a parenting plan, based on Oregon custody law.  The evaluation is followed by a mediated settlement meeting, where parents and their attorneys get to ask the evaluator important questions, and then mediate their own agreements.  It leads to increased rates of settlement, avoiding trial and the associated acrimony and costs for clients. 

Several Oregon jurisdictions have adopted this process, creating panels of evaluators.  Others trained in this model function as private practitioners, receiving referrals through a listing on our website. 

Participants receive a training manual and are encouraged to purchase and read recommended books about evaluation. 

See this website, in the EVALUATION section, for specific information about our CEM model.



Usual background for Evaluators:  Master's Degree in a behavioral science, QMHP, and/or licensure, and extensive knowledge of children and families.  Prior evaluation experience is helpful. 

Usual background for Mediators:  Meet the current Oregon minimum qualifications for Domestic Relations Custody and Parenting Mediator.



Cost:  $450  for 3 days

CEU:  NASW has approved this training for 19.5 hours

 Limit:  10 attendees (minimum of 5 to hold training)

Location:  TBA

Parking:  free parking available nearby

Registration:  $50 registration fee and completed application two weeks prior to date
For further information, to get an email flyer and an application form,

please contact Alison Taylor, Executive Director, at OFI@nfine.net

Court-Connected Domestic Relations Mediation Training
for Divorce, Custody & Parenting
5 DAYS -  40 HRS.


PART 1:   WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY
PART 2:   THURSDAY & FRIDAY

Offered next:     Spring/Summer 2009 - TBA


Instructor(s):  Alison Taylor, M.A., LPC, and other local family mediators



This comprehensive course is designed to meet the current minimum qualifications requirements for specialized training in divorce mediation for practitioners who wish to function as family mediators in Family Court services, or serve on panels in jurisdictions providing mediation in the public sector. 


Prerequisites: 
Master's Degree in human services, (or Bachelor's Degree and 7 years experience)
Proof of 36+ hours Basic/Civil mediation training
See the current CJO minimum qualifications for court-connected domestic relations mediators, available online in the Rules section of the OJD website. 


Cost:  $ 850 for 5 days

 Location:  TBA

CE:  NASW approval will be requested for contact hours

Limit:  15 attendees (minimum of 5 registrations to hold training)

Registration:  $50 registration fee and completed application 2 weeks prior to date.
For further information, to get an email flyer and an application,

please contact Alison Taylor, Executive Director, at OFI@nfine.net.


Parent Coordination Training (PC)

2 DAYS - 13 hours
THURSDAY- FRIDAY, 8:30 am - 4:30 PM


Last offered:  April 2006, and April 2008

Offered next:  TBA

Instructors: 
Dr. Edward Vien, Ph.D
Alison Taylor, M.A., LPC


This course covers the theory and practice of this emerging service, which is used for high conflict families to manage on-going disputes without returning to court.  Practitioners use a combination of roles, including assessment, education, coordination and case management, conflict resolution and provide recommendations and make decisions for the best interests of children, within the scope outlined by the court order or voluntary agreement of the parties.  We cover the practical aspects of this role, as well as cover the ethics and standards promoted by the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC) as well as other professional groups.   PC's must be ordered to the case, and may be independent professionals, or may be part of a panel or court-connected service delivery system. 


Prerequisites: 
Master's Degree or Ph.D in human services, and licensure suggested
Extensive experience with divorce, children and adults -
For more information and exceptions, see the current State Family Law Advisory Committee (SFLAC) Guidelines (2004, now in revision), and the Multnomah County SLR 8.137 definitions


Cost:  $350  for 2 days

CEU:  NASW has approved this training for 13 hours CE

 Limit:  10 attendees (minimum of 5 to hold training)

Location:  TBA

Parking:  free parking available nearby

Registration:  $50 registration fee and completed application two weeks prior to date
For further information, to get an email flyer and an application form,

please contact Alison Taylor, Executive Director, at OFI@nfine.net


NEW!
PEER REVIEW SUPPORT GROUP
For OFI-trained Evaluators and PC's

Friday 
PC:  9 am to noon 
Evaluation:  1-4 pm

Offered next:  May, 2009 - TBA

We will be encouraging all the practitioners who have been trained by OFI to attend this one-day seminar, which they can use for continuing education and support.  It will provide our listed  practitioners with an opportunity to discuss issues and specific cases in a relaxed format and atmosphere.  

We will provide updates on recent changes in rules and practice, ethics and standards,  and provide a forum to discuss common issues and techniques.  Practitioners will be asked to provide a sample case to present and review. 

The Morning Session will focus on Parent Coordination cases, and the Afternoon Session will focus on CEM collaborative evaluation - mediation cases.   

The minimal cost may be waived to encourage attendance, and we anticipate offering this at least twice a year. 

Cost:  TBA

Location:  Portland, TBA

CE:  NASW and/or OPA approval will be requested for contact hours

Limit:  Only open to those who have received OFI training and are using our model

YOU MUST SIGN UP BY EMAILING EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ALISON TAYLOR
AT LEAST ONE WEEK PRIOR TO DATE