Supervising Neurodivergent Staff: Inclusive Leadership in Mental Health Settings
Enroll in the Online Self-Study and complete the training on your own schedule.
1.5 CE hour available for behavioral health clinicians completing the Online Self-Study
Unlock the potential of your neurodivergent staff and transform your mental health setting into a truly inclusive environment.
Join us in this essential course to gain the knowledge and tools needed to effectively support and empower neurodivergent professionals.
Morganne Crouser, LICSW, brings extensive experience in trauma-informed care and neurodiversity to this course. As a Program Director and Clinical Director, Morganne provides clinical supervision and support, making them uniquely qualified to guide you in creating neuroinclusive workplaces. Their practical experience translates directly into actionable strategies for your supervisory role.
This course utilizes a universal design approach, shifting from deficit-based thinking to recognizing neurodiversity as an asset. You'll learn to implement tailored supervision techniques and create accessible systems that address systemic barriers, fostering a supportive and productive environment for all staff.
Instructor
Morganne Crouser is an independently licensed clinical social worker with expertise in the areas of trauma-informed care and issues affecting the LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent communities. In their position as a Program Director at Justice Resource Institute, Morganne provides clinical supervision and support to multiple programs serving children, adolescents, and families across Massachusetts. As the Clinical Director at Adult Autism Assessment, Morganne supervises a team of diagnosticians located across the United States and provides assessments for ADHD and Autism for clients in Massachusetts. Outside of work, Morganne enjoys pottery, exploring new places and spending time with their children.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding Neurodiversity: Define and recognize neurodivergent identities in professional settings.
- Universal Design Implementation: Illustrate how to build inclusive spaces and systems that enhance productivity for all.
- Tailored Supervision Techniques: Identify and apply management strategies and individualized accommodations for neurodivergent therapists.
Why this course?
- Addressing Systemic Barriers: This course provides practical tools to create universally accessible workplaces, directly tackling the challenges faced by neurodivergent mental health professionals.
- Leveraging Unique Strengths: Learn to move beyond deficit-based thinking and recognize the unique contributions of neurodivergent staff.
- Improving Workplace Dynamics: By implementing neuroinclusive strategies, you'll enhance employee well-being and clinical outcomes, reducing burnout and turnover.
Learning Objectives:
- Define neurodiversity and recognize how neurodivergent identities may manifest in professional settings.
- Illustrate the use of universal design through the lens of neuroinclusion in building spaces and systems that reduce barriers and enhance productivity for all staff.
- Identify supervision and management techniques tailored to neurodivergent therapists, and discuss possible individualized accommodations and supports.
Empower yourself with the knowledge to create a thriving, inclusive workplace where every team member can excel. We invite you to explore these strategies for enhanced professional growth and a more supportive environment.
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Availability: From the time of registration, you have six months to access the coursework.
Who Should Attend: This course is intended for clinicians who provide behavioral health services, particularly those who are supervisors or have an interest in supervision.
Teaching Methods: This is a non-interactive, self-study course. Teaching methods for this course include recorded lectures, videos, a post-test, and a course evaluation.
How to attend: Directions for completing a course can be found by clicking here.
This program was recorded January 17, 2025.