Positive Behavior Support - PBS Tips & Tools

07/16/2026

The Positive Behavior Support team is hiring!

Positive Behavior Support Specialist (❗Onsite in Charleston, WV❗)

The purpose of this position is to 1) provide individual in-home behavioral therapy services to individuals and families with serious challenging behaviors to reduce the risk of out of home placement, 2) educate and build comprehensive educational platforms for community health providers in trauma informed positive behavior therapy to decrease challenging behaviors and improve quality of life and build capacity throughout West Virginia regarding positive behavior therapy techniques, and 3) Coordinate case management to the highest risk youth for out of home placement in WV.

Apply here: https://wvu.taleo.net/careersection/staff.m/jobdetail.ftl?job=29654&tz=GMT-07%3A00&tzname=America%2FLos_Angeles

07/16/2026

Join us for Writing Positive Behavior Support Plans training on August 5th 2026 at 10am-3:30pm in Charleston. This free in person, hands on training will prepare participants with an underlying understanding of PBS to create individualized Positive Behavior Support Plans for the people they serve.

Participants will create a plan during the training and go through steps to create interventions. Components of the PBSP include changing the environment to create proactive, quality of life, and reactive interventions. We will discuss how to develop, teach and reinforce functionally equivalent replacement behaviors.

This training is for providers with an in-depth knowledge of PBS philosophies, are able to conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and work with individuals with complex needs.

Register here: https://cedwvu.wufoo.com/forms/w1vjndrd0ta7ruy/

07/15/2026

The next Mountain State Conference on Disabilities (MSCD) takes place April 15-17, 2027 at Oglebay Resort in Wheeling, WV.

MSCD organizers are seeking input on conference topics to be presented. People with disabilities, families, caregivers, professionals, students, and trainees are all invited to take a brief survey (should take less than 2 minutes!) to help provide info on what topics to cover at next year's MSCD. This is a great opportunity to make an impact so the conference represents what is important to you!

Take the survey here: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3O5QljNSC59ccXc
Learn more about MSCD: https://cedwvu.org/mscd/

07/13/2026

Please join the us for our Increasing Social Awareness training on July 30th, 2026 at 10:00-11:30am on zoom! This training provides an overview of social learning theories and insight on the five areas of social awareness. Participants will learn how to identify social deficits and ways to help improve them. This training is intended for behavior support providers, therapists, counselors, educators and social workers, but we encourage parents, caregivers, foster parents and kinship caregivers to join us as well!

Registration and more info here: https://pbs.cedwvu.org/pbs-trainings/increasing-social-awareness/

07/01/2026

Please join the PBS team on the 2nd Monday (7/13) of every month at 2PM EST to talk through any of your more challenging cases together. We will discuss these in a de-identified manner to all think of creative solutions together!

Register here:
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06/18/2026

Today we recognize Autistic Pride Day, an autistic-led movement that celebrates autistic identity, community, and self-determination.

Autistic Pride Day was created by autistic people to shift the conversation beyond awareness and toward something deeper: belonging, respect, and real systems change. It is rooted in the belief that autistic people should not only be included in conversations about autism—but should lead them.

Read more here:

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06/15/2026

Please join us for the PBS and WV ACES Coalition Adverse Childhood Experiences live webinar. This training is held over the course of three days. All three sessions must be attended consecutively. Aimed to provide an overview of ACES, prevention, and resiliency, this training is geared for professionals to enhance their skills.

Time: 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Dates: July 9th, 14th, and 21st

Register here: https://cedwvu.wufoo.com/forms/w15ijjdc03o3lk8/

06/15/2026

Looking for resources to support youth and families in West Virginia? Inspiring Dreams Network is offering a variety of trainings and opportunities for youth-serving professionals, caregivers, and families, including Family Fun Days at Horseshoe Heaven on Smith Farm, educational mini-sessions, and specialized trainings focused on youth development, mental health, resilience, autism, cultural competence, financial literacy, and more.

Find more about Inspiring Dreams Network here: https://www.inspiringdreamsnetwork.org/

Register for Family Fun Days at Horseshoe Heaven here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVtKgNgZIAnVjBC-_PUxIkryqUEEyN1m4tSFEow4VY2Uiz8A/viewform

Inspire, develop, and nurture youth with development resources in West Virginia with Inspiring Dreams Network’s programs—join us to foster stronger, connected communities today!

06/05/2026

Please join the PBS team on the 2nd Monday (6/8) of every month to talk through any of your more challenging cases together. We will discuss these in a de-identified manner to all think of creative solutions together!

Register here: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6SxMZh0aepuJ05U

06/03/2026

Join us on June 17th at 11:00am-12:00pm EST for our Structure and Routines Webinar!

The Structure and Routines training highlights how consistency and predictability support emotional regulation, reduce power struggles, and promotes positive behavior. Participants will learn practical ways to build daily structure and routines that foster safety, independence, and connection across home, school, and community settings.

Register here: https://cedwvu.wufoo.com/forms/wxyp3qn0fmk58o/