Could This Happen in Your Program?: The Podcast
by NYS Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs
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Inclusive Hiring and Disability at Work
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About this podcast
Join us each month for "Could This Happen in Your Program?," a podcast from the NYS Justice Center where we find collaborative solutions for protecting New York's most vulnerable.
Each episode, we’ll delve into real-world scenarios and Justice Center case studies, uncovering proven tactics to combat systemic abuse. Hear from Justice Center staff, agency providers, individuals with lived experience, and more as we explore how we can work together to build a safer New York.
Episodes
- Inclusive Hiring and Disability at Work · 26 min · Season 1 Episode 18In this episode, we discuss the role meaningful employment plays in protecting the health, safety, and dignity of people with disabilities. Our guest today is John Robinson…
- Environmental Considerations for Suicide Prevention · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 17People with disabilities are not immune to the risk of suicide, even when in the care of others. In this episode, we speak with Tricia Hartnett, deputy director of the Office of…
- Understanding Pica · 23 min · Season 1 Episode 16In this episode, we dive into a complex and often misunderstood behavioral eating disorder: pica. Characterized by the persistent craving and ingestion of non-food…
- Celebrating and Fostering Disability Pride · 31 min · Season 1 Episode 15In honor of Disability Pride Month, we kick off this episode by sitting down with our Director of Disability, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) to discuss the…
- Evolving Protections for Those in Care · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 14To mark National Safety Month and the one-year anniversary of the “Could This Happen in Your Program?” podcast, we are looking ahead to the next chapter of our mission and the…
- Making New York’s Services Accessible by Design · 34 min · Season 1 Episode 13In honor of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, this month we shift the conversation around accessibility from checklists to compliance deadlines to the heart of the matter…
- Protecting Others Through Community · 23 min · Season 1 Episode 12In recognition of April’s National Volunteer Month, we’re discussing the important role volunteers play in some of the Justice Center’s most critical programs. Earlier on the…
- Advocacy & Person-Centered Safety · 41 min · Season 1 Episode 11In honor of Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we explore how self-advocacy and family support help ensure that people with developmental disabilities live with dignity…
- Understanding Trauma and the Trauma-Informed Approach · 28 min · Season 1 Episode 10In investigations and human services, we often focus on the mechanics of a case. Yet, at the heart of every interaction is a person who has likely experienced a significant…
- How Body Checks Protect Those In Care · 21 min · Season 1 Episode 9For those who may be unable to report pain or describe an injury, body checks provide an early warning sign to assess a person and help tell that story. In this episode, we…
- How the Justice Center Uses Data to Prevent Harm · 23 min · Season 1 Episode 8Most people know the NYS Justice Center investigates abuse and neglect. But what many don't know is that at the heart of the agency is a powerful Data and Analytics unit—a team…
- The Safety Net for Informed Medical Consent · 30 min · Season 1 Episode 7In situations where an individual is unable to provide informed consent and has no family or legal surrogate available, major medical decisions can stall in the court system…
- Assistive Technology and Accessibility for Job Seekers · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 6In celebration of Disability Rights & Employment Awareness Month (DREAM), this episode features a discussion with two specialists in assistive technology. We explore how…
- Maintaining Professional Boundaries with Individuals Receiving Services · 25 min · Season 1 Episode 5In this episode, we'll discuss the concept of professional boundaries, help to clearly define what they are, why they're non-negotiable, and how to train providers and staff on…
- Celebrating DSPs: A Conversation with NADSP’s Joe Macbeth · 28 min · Season 1 Episode 4Welcome to the "Could This Happen in Your Program?" podcast, where we find collaborative solutions to protecting NY’s most vulnerable populations. The Justice Center is proud to…
- Heatstroke and Harm: Protecting Vulnerable Populations from Summer Heat · 20 min · Season 1 Episode 3As the summer heat intensifies across New York State, so do the heightened risks of heat-related dangers, especially for individuals receiving services. In this episode, we sit…
- Supporting Safe & Inclusive Community Outings · 13 min · Season 1 Episode 2The summer months bring increased opportunities for individuals receiving services to participate in activities and outings and to become more involved in their local…
- Creating a Culture of Safety Within Your Organization · 19 min · Season 1 Episode 1The NYS Justice Center prevents abuse from entering the direct care system in a variety of ways. In today's episode, we sit down with Davin Robinson, Deputy Director of Outreach…
