Prevention Certification Board of New Hampshire
Board of Directors Meeting
November 17, 2010
Meeting called to order at 8:30 am with a moment of silence
Present:
Board Members: Diane Casale, Tim Lena, Kelley Hobbs, Donna Arias, Judy Sadoski, Judy Fournier
Staff: Cyndi Desrosiers
BDAS Personnel: Katy Kopp
Review of Minutes:
Motion to accept October 14, 2010 meeting minutes by Kelley, seconded by Tim.
Treasurer’s Report:
Diane presented financial reports. Motion made to approve financial report for October, 2010 by Tim and seconded by Kelley.
Contractor’s Report:
Cyndi reported that some applicants were wondering why a social security number was needed on certification application. Motion by Donna to not have SS# a necessary component on the applications…Judy S. seconded. Passed.
Cyndi reported that the website technician working on the website having a few glitches still with BDAS logo and the ability to count hits to site.
City of Manchester calling Cyndi asking to be a vendor so that they can invoice for anyone taking the exam. Diane to follow up.
Diane to also follow up with IC&RC on status of CPS certificates for all those who have passed.
Discussion on whether or not trainers need to re-apply every time they prepare to provide a workshop. Cyndi to discuss with Diane.
Peer Review:
Tim led discussion on best practices for the Ethics Training. IC&RC doesn’t have specific standard with the exception of the Code of Ethics being included. JackieValley’s was approved for April 20th 2011 but a Sub-Committee (Tim, Judy F.) to examine future training standards will review. Kelley to follow-up. Ethics, Stages of Moral Development, Code of Ethics and 42 CFR should be included.
IC&RC Exam for December:
Diane reported that new tests have been ordered for December 10, 2010 test. Seven to date with 2 more possibilities for test takers. Diane and Donna to Proctor. Kelley had asked if a MOU should be completed between the liquor enforcement and NH CPS Board to ensure test taking space. It was decided that would not be necessary. Cyndi to send a reminder for test dates.
By-law Committee Report:
Judy S. reviewed the By-law changes. Discussion followed about a conflict of interest policy. By-law committee to review and discuss by conference call. By-laws need to be completed by June 2011 as well as the Conflict of Interest.
Conference Update:
Kelley reported that it is was apparent how important it is that our board attend this conference, many decisions are made there. Discussion about supervisors’ level credential in prevention field, management level. Decision that perhaps an advanced level credentials for specialist would become created
Kelley explained distance learning opportunities for trainings. Decision to have a discussion with BDAS to explore collaboration for the future
Citizen Comments:
Cyndi suggested inviting a new potential board member to our next meeting who has inquired and expressed interest….or have an email vote, Kelley to follow up.
Diane reported that there had been some concern about choice of protors. It was decided that any complaint or concern be in writing to the board that will in turn discuss or invite the concerned to a board meeting. Perhaps this conflict of interest policy also be included on both application for certification and in the by-laws.
Motion to adjourn by Tim and seconded by Diane: 10:02am
Next Meeting: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 at 8:30 am
Respectfully Submitted by Judy Fournier, M.S., CPS, Secretary
Prevention Certification Board of NH
Meeting Minutes – November 17, 2010