Developing and implementing an organizational diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) plan represents a sophisticated and consequential undertaking for human services organizations in the behavior analysis field. Moving beyond individual-level cultural competence to organizational-level systemic change requires a strategic, data-informed approach that aligns DEI values and practices with the organization's broader mission and objectives.
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Join Free →Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) has become a common phrase in recent years, with DEI initiatives often being at the forefront of calls to action for organizations. Organizations have responded to this call in various ways. This presentation will provide an overview of the formalization of ongoing DEI activities through the development and implementation of an organizational DEI Plan embedded in the larger Strategic Plan. To begin, the presenters will discuss the intentional design of the plan to integrate DEI values and practices throughout existing objectives following the principles of organizational behavior management (OBM). Following this discussion, three goals guiding the development and implementation of the plan will be shared: (1) the organizational culture embodies DEI and exudes passion in the implementation of core commitments, (2) the workforce is diverse, inclusive, highly skilled, credentialed, and actively engaged in ongoing educational and professional development activities paired with strong retention, and (3) the organization creates a marketing, communication, and branding plan that is inclusive of the outlined DEI initiatives. Actionable strategic objectives developed with key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor DEI initiatives will be reviewed across these goal areas. The presentation will conclude with considerations and insights on implementing DEI initiatives at an organizational level.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
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| BACB® | 1 | Ethics |
| COA | 1 | — |
Jennifer Ruane leads the Melmark Pennsylvania division of Professional Development and Clinical Training and is a doctoral student in Endicott’s Applied Behavior Analysis Program. She has her Master’s in Clinical Counseling Health Psychology and has been a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Professional Counselor for over seven years. Her past career experiences include providing behavioral services in a variety of settings including, education, residential, and family homes. Her current passion lies in supporting employees through training and professional development. She believes in having a highly skilled workforce which in turn supports the growth of the individuals we serve.
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