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2019 pcsao professional awardsNomination packetEach year, Public Children Services Association of Ohio (PCSAO) recognizes and celebrates the achievements of PCSA supervisors, caseworkers, support staff, and local journalists whose work has made extraordinary contributions toward promoting safe children, stable families and supportive communities. The 2019 PCSAO Awards will be presented at a luncheon award ceremony during the 2019 PCSAO Annual Conference in Columbus, September 25-27.For the 2019 PCSAO Awards, all nominations must be submitted by June 30. All nominations require a coversheet, nominating letter, recommendation letters, and supporting materials. Please see the attached award description and requirements for more information. All nominations must be e-mailed to pcsao@, and nominators will be notified of the outcome by the end of July (staff nominees’ remain secret until the conference). PCSAO invites you to nominate your staff and colleagues for these 2019 PCSAO Awards:PCSAO Outstanding Child Protection Supervisor of the YearPCSAO Outstanding Child Protection Worker of the YearPCSAO Outstanding Child Protection Support Staff of the YearPCSAO Journalist of the Year Outstanding Child Protection Supervisor of the Year cover sheetYour information:Name: Title:Agency:Phone: E-mail: Your nominee’s information:Nominee’s name:Title:Highest degree or certification earned:Number of years in child protection field:Please provide the following information:The Nominating Letter – In the nominating letter, explain why you believe the nominee deserves the award. Please keep in mind that the award reviewers are relying on the information you provide, as well as any supporting information, to choose the most deserving recipient. Clarity and specificity are most important. Identify examples of nominee’s activities that demonstrate the following characteristics:Ability to develop positive relationships with direct service staff in the unit she or he supervises, agency personnel, community stakeholders, providers, clients and others.Innovative method, technique or approach to child mitment, leadership and initiative in breaking down barriers that impede effective service delivery, training and development of staff for excellence in service, or mending and building relationships with community providers on behalf of children, families and the agency.Effective advocacy on behalf of staff, and the families and children. Contributions to the positive public image of child protection.How did this person go above and beyond?Recommendation Letters – A maximum of 3 supporting letters. One must be from the PCSA Director. The other supporting letters may come from someone who is familiar with the nominee.Supporting Materials – Job description and current responsibilities of nominee. If there are materials (news reports, journal articles, etc.) that help support the nominee’s achievements, please include a copy of them. You may also include a copy of the nominee’s curriculum vitae or resume highlighting the nominee’s relevant accomplishments, if available. Submission Deadline – Please submit your nomination by June 30. All nominations must be e-mailed to pcsao@. You will receive a confirmation e-mail when your nomination is received. Outstanding Child Protection Caseworker of the Year cover sheetYour information:Name: Title:Agency:Phone: E-mail: Your nominee’s information:Nominee’s name:Title:Highest degree or certification earned:Number of years in child protection field:Please provide the following information:The Nominating Letter – In the nominating letter, explain why you believe the nominee deserves the award. Please keep in mind that the award reviewers are relying on the information you provide, as well as any supporting information, to choose the most deserving recipient. Clarity and specificity are most important. Identify examples of nominee’s activities that demonstrate the following characteristics:Ability to develop positive relationships with the children and families he or she serves.Innovative method, technique or approach to child protection.Leadership, initiative, commitment and independence.Effective advocacy on behalf of children and families.Achievements, accomplishments or contributions on behalf of children and families.Contributions to the positive public image of child protection.How did this person go above and beyond?Recommendation Letters – A maximum of 3 supporting letters. One must be from the PCSA Director. The other supporting letters may come from someone who is familiar with the nominee.Supporting Materials – Job description and current responsibilities of nominee. If there are materials (news reports, journal articles, etc.) that help support the nominee’s achievements, please include a copy of them. You may also include a copy of the nominee’s curriculum vitae or resume highlighting the nominee’s relevant accomplishments, if available. Submission Deadline – Please submit your nomination by June 30. All nominations must be e-mailed to pcsao@. You will receive a confirmation e-mail when your nomination is received. Outstanding Child Protection support staff of the Year cover sheetYour information:Name: Title:Agency:Phone: E-mail: Your nominee’s information:Nominee’s name:Title:Highest degree or certification earned:Number of years in child protection field:Please provide the following information:The Nominating Letter – In the nominating letter, explain why you believe the nominee deserves the award. Please keep in mind that the award reviewers are relying on the information you provide, as well as any supporting information, to choose the most deserving recipient. Clarity and specificity are most important. Identify examples of nominee’s activities that demonstrate the following characteristics:Cooperative spirit and a helpful attitude – recognized as approachable, friendly, welcoming, helpful, encouraging, communicative, collaborative, etc.Innovative ideas – demonstrates involvement within the unit by suggesting new and innovative ideas that might result in increased unit efficiency and effectiveness. Exemplifies commitment, leadership, initiative and independence that contribute to the positive public image of child protection.Added dimension – diverse activities and accomplishments, such as years of service, personal growth through education, overcoming adversity, etc. How did this person go above and beyond?Recommendation Letters – A maximum of 3 supporting letters. One must be from the PCSA Director. The other supporting letters may come from someone who is familiar with the nominee.Supporting Materials – Job description and current responsibilities of nominee. If there are materials (news reports, journal articles, etc.) that help support the nominee’s achievements, please include a copy of them. You may also include a copy of the nominee’s curriculum vitae or resume highlighting the nominee’s relevant accomplishments, if available. Submission Deadline – Please submit your nomination by June 30. All nominations must be e-mailed to pcsao@. You will receive a confirmation e-mail when your nomination is received. Outstanding Journalist of the Year cover sheetYour information:Name: Title:Agency:Phone: E-mail: Your nominee’s information:Nominee’s name:Title:Publication:Article, series, or broadcast title:Phone: E-mail:Please provide the following information:The Nominating Letter – In the nominating letter, explain why you believe the nominee deserves the award. Please keep in mind that the award reviewers are relying on the information you provide, as well as any supporting information, to choose the most deserving recipient. Clarity and specificity are most important. Recommendation Letters – A maximum of 3 supporting letters. One must be a brief approval letter from the Director. The other supporting letters may come from someone who is familiar with the nominee.Supporting Materials – If there are materials (articles, series, broadcast, etc.) that help support the nominee’s achievements, please include a copy of them. Describe the impact of the article, series or broadcast in the following ways:How has the journalist improved the public’s understanding or awareness of child protection?How did the journalist ensure that the topic was presented fairly?Why should this journalist be considered above others?How has this journalist helped to create public value for child protection?Submission Deadline – Please submit your nomination by June 30. All nominations must be e-mailed to pcsao@. You will receive a confirmation e-mail when your nomination is received. ................
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