Online Workshop
OW Directives and SAMS Training: Emergency Assistance: Supporting Stability Supports
About this Online Workshop
In this workshop, we will examine the application of OW Directives, OW Regulations, Clearinghouses and SAMS technology related to Emergency Assistance.
The learning will be facilitated through hands-on case studies and SAMS environment, bringing together legislative knowledge and technical skills. Additionally, the training will review the concepts of Stability Supports and links to the importance of Emergency Assistance along with changes in eligibility criteria.
The case studies will focus on multi-dimensional applications that will allow participants to apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the workshop with on-the-job applications.
Upon completion of the workshop, participants will be able to assess eligibility for Emergency Assistance, complete an application in SAMS and manage ongoing cases. In all case studies, our facilitators will show and/or add correct data within SAMS training technology, which will be discussed throughout the workshops.
NOTE: This is an interactive, virtual training workshop, which is different from a webinar. Participants will be expected to participate through voice and video, and to engage with each other and the facilitator in large and small group discussions, to learn from each other and practice skill development.
Learning Objectives
- Build an understanding of Stability Supports Concepts carried throughout all curriculum specifically related to Emergency Assistance
- Gain an understanding of the relevant Directives on Emergency Assistance
- Develop a greater knowledge of eligibility criteria and documentation processes under Emergency Assistance
- Understand the differences between regular Ontario Works and Emergency Assistance
- Navigate SA Extranet for a better understanding of Emergency Assistance for Vulnerable Ontarians: Temporary Changes Q&A
- Review of calculations for Emergency Assistance & Additional Benefits
- Learn about the process for Emergency Assistance application in SAMS
- Understand the transition to/from Emergency Assistance to Ontario Works
Who Should Attend?
Any staff or manager in a human, social, or community services organization
Format and Duration
Two, three-hour and one two-hour online workshops over the course of one week.
Workshop Dates and Registration
All sessions in Eastern Standard Time.
May 3 - 4, 2023
Part 1: Wednesday, May 3 | 8:30 – 12:30
Part 2: Thursday, May 4 | 8:30 – 12:30
Registration cut off: Monday, May 1
Pricing
Members: $525 + HST
Non-Members: $680 + HST
Technical Requirements
OMSSA will be hosting this virtual workshop using Zoom, an online, interactive platform that you can join straight from your web browser, or by downloading 'Zoom Client for Meetings' on your computer or tablet.
Participants will be expected to join the workshop via both video and audio. Participants should therefore have access to a desktop computer, laptop computer or tablet with:
a webcam or built-in camera
a built-in microphone or a headphone jack where you can plug in a headset or earphones
We strongly recommend that participants use a headset or earphones with a built-in microphone in order to limit background noise.
System requirements: Click here for more detailed information on system requirements from Zoom.
About the Facilitators
Kirby Steinhoff has been in the employment and social services field for over 10 years, starting as a frontline crisis counsellor in a domestic violence shelter transitioning to Ontario Works case management with Norfolk County and is currently employed with Halton Region as an Integrated Case Manager. Kirby has worked as a trainer and policy developer within Halton Region and is considered a subject matter expert and has trained both front-line and supervisory staff on various SAMS modules and directives, while with Halton Region.
Kirby has completed an Undergraduate degree from Western University in Women’s Studies and Feminist Research, a diploma in Human Resources from Fanshawe College and Master of Arts in Labour Studies from McMaster University with research focused on social policy, inclusion and contemporary work.
David Thomas, social assistance trainer for OMSSA has been involved in the area of policy development and training for over 15 years. He worked for the Region of Durham in policy and research until 2017 and is now an independent consultant supporting municipalities in training, change management policy development, and human services integration. Many of OMSSA's members know David from past years employed by OMSSA as a social assistance trainer and Manager of Consulting and Training. David's networking with our members has continued to build superior working relationships over the decades and David continues to develop and facilitate curriculum for OMSSA. Prior to David's policy and training development he worked several years as a Caseworker and Employment Supervisor throughout the 1980s. David has a degree in Adult Education, a diploma in Social Services and is currently working on his Master's of Education through Athabasca University.