Keystone Human Services

SRV Refresher Course
2024-12-02 09:00 - 2024-12-03 13:30 (America/New_York) | Online
SRV Refresher Course
Haven’t been to SRV for a while and are looking for a refresher course? Join us as we review the themes of Social Role Valorization and discuss how we have used these ideas over our years of serving others. A series of short presentations will be followed by chances to illustrate, discuss, and share ideas and struggles. Join us to learn about the several new themes of SRV, sharpen your grasp of the principles, recommit to using and teaching the ideas, and do it all in a relaxed atmosphere.
Prior attendance at a 3- or 4-day Introduction to Social Role Valorization workshop is required to register for this event.
This workshop will take place virtually on Zoom. You will receive a Zoom link in the confirmation email close to the date of the workshop.
12/2 and 12/3 Registration
Day 1 December 2, 2024 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EST
Day 2 December 3, 2024 9:00 am – 1:30 pm EST

Understanding Poverty: An Experiential Learning Event for Gaining Insight and Creating Change
2024-12-04 09:00 - 13:30 | TBD, Lancaster, PA, United States
Understanding Poverty: An Experiential Learning Event for Gaining Insight and Creating Change

Over 11% of Americans live in poverty and it’s a reality for many people with disability supported by human service organizations. Poverty is a wound that is often exacted upon people, that they are even thrust into, against their will and as a result of being devalued. While it is often viewed as a stand-alone problem, it is in fact a complex issue that affects people’s physical and mental well-being, their relationships and social isolation, cognitive development in children, the risk of homelessness and violence, and much more.
This simulation allows participants to walk a month in the shoes of someone who is facing poverty and to realize how complex and interconnected issues of poverty really are; it’s a powerful opportunity to gain insight and seek change. Join the Keystone Institute as we welcome Rhiannon Noecker, Director of Strategic Initiatives at Community Action Partnerships Lancaster for this participatory workshop, as we examine the harsh realities of poverty and talk about how communities can address the problem and how each one of us can be moved to make a difference.
Contact Matt Nguyen at mnuygen@khs.org for more information.
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SRV Reading Circle: Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger Festschrift and Pennhurst and the Struggle for Disability Rights
2024-12-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Online
SRV Reading Circle: Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger Festschrift and Pennhurst and the Struggle for Disability Rights

Join the Keystone Institute and KHS SRV Leadership members and facilitators as we delve into the Festschrift for Dr. Wolfensberger and Pennhurst and the Struggle for Disability Rights as part of our SRV Reading Circle Study Group Series. The Keystone Institute will provide you with a copy of both books. You will have ample time to read them before joining together on December 10 for discussion and exploration of SRV-related themes.
Due to the in-depth knowledge of Social Role Valorization that is required for this discussion, prior attendance at a full 28-hour in-person or 32-hour online SRV theory course is necessary to attend this event.
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The Power of Roles
2024-12-11 13:00 - 2024-12-18 16:30 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
12/11 and 12/18 Registration
Day 1: December 11, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
Day 2: December 18, 2024 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST

Ideas That Matter
2025-01-03 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-01-25 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-07 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-02-14 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-07 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-14 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-03-29 09:00 - 12:00 and 4 more dates | Online
Ideas That Matter
Ideas that Matter is a half-day workshop aimed at offering a very brief look into some of Keystone Human Services’ foundational principles. We begin by exploring the history of disability, including how people with disabilities have been treated and thought about throughout history. We will take time to consider the threads and consequences of historical mindsets on the treatment of people today.
Looking forward, we discuss KHS’s vision statement in a small group format, sharing insights into how it resonates with and impacts our work individually and collectively. The session ends with a glimpse into the ideas of Social Role Valorization, a powerful framework for assisting people we serve to gain access to the good things of life.
Part of the New Employee Orientation process, all Keystone Human Services employees are required to attend this core developmental course. Employees should sign up through Relias.

The Power of Roles
2025-01-08 09:00 - 2025-01-13 12:30 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
1/8 and 1/13 Registration
Day 1: January 8, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST
Day 2: January 13, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST

The Power of Roles
2025-01-22 13:00 - 2025-01-28 16:30 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
1/22 and 1/28 Registration
Day 1: January 22, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
Day 2: January 28, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST

The Power of Roles
2025-02-05 09:00 - 2025-02-11 12:30 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
2/5 and 2/11 Registration
Day 1: February 5, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST
Day 2: February 11, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EST

Distance Introduction to Social Role Valorization
2025-02-18 09:00 - 2025-02-27 16:00 | Online
Distance Introduction to Social Role Valorization
The Introduction to Social Role Valorization is an intensive workshop which presents the idea of assisting people with disabilities and other devalued conditions to have positive social roles as a productive and helpful response to wounding life experiences. Social Role Valorization is a comprehensive theory which provides insights as to why certain groups of people become devalued in society, what life experiences are likely to befall people once they have become devalued in the eyes of others, why valued social roles are a powerful response in combatting the negative life experiences, and ten essential themes which can guide implementers in pursuing valued social roles by, with, and for those practitioners desire to serve.
This foundational material is essential to those wishing to serve others in meaningful ways, and who are impassioned to make a difference in the lives of others. Many participants experience the learning within this event as the most helpful, inspiring, and clarifying body of knowledge they have been exposed to in their professional development, and it assists in long-term understanding and focus on being of service to others in ways that matter.
The workshop includes pre-recorded as well as live presentations, small and large group live reflection and discussion, online forums and resource materials. Participants should be prepared for significant presentations.
Course Schedule:
Week 1
Day 1: Tuesday, February 18, 2025: 9:00 am to 12:45 pm Live session with 2 additional hours of independent assignments
Day 2: Wednesday, February 19, 2025: 10:00 am to 2:15 pm with 30 additional minutes of independent assignments
Day 3: Thursday, February 20, 2025: 10:00 am to 4:15 pm A combination of live session and independent assignments
Week 2
Day 4: Tuesday, February 25, 2025: 3 hours of independent assignments prior to logging on for the live session from 12:00 pm to 3:15 pm
Day 5: Wednesday, February 26, 2025: 9:00 am to 2:30 pm Live session with 1-hour independent assignments
Day 6: Thursday, February 27, 2025: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm A combination of live sessions and independent assignments
*This course will take place entirely online. Participants must attend every session in order to receive credit for the workshop.*
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The Power of Roles
2025-03-05 13:00 - 2025-03-11 16:30 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
3/5 and 3/11 Registration
Day 1: March 5, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST
Day 2: March 5, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EST

The Road Most Traveled: Using the Culturally Valued Analogue as Your Guide
2025-03-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Online
The Road Most Traveled: Using the Culturally Valued Analogue as Your Guide

Mapping out a vision of a big, full life for vulnerable people can be full of road bumps. Sometimes we don’t know people very well, sometimes people are uncertain themselves about their identity, gifts, talents and what their future could hold; and sometimes we are so lost in “human service land” that we lose sight of the typical pathways of life and all they have to offer people. But when we are stuck while developing roles, designing services or even planning a house warming party for someone, using the culturally valued analogue (CVA) can provide us some tried and true guidance to get started, by reminding us to consider “What happens for people with a valued status?”
Join us to learn more about using the CVA to keep us moving in the right direction as we walk with vulnerable people.
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SRV Study Group: Better Off Dead
2025-03-28 10:00 - 12:30 | Zoom Online Platform
SRV Study Group: Better Off Dead

In recent years and in many places, euthanasia laws have become increasingly permissible, quite often as they relate to people who are marginalized. Laws include broader and broader definitions of who medical assistance in dying can be applied to and eradicate more and more safeguards, all posing a serious threat to people with disabilities when making the most profound and irreversible decision a person can make. Consider this alongside the countless studies that have consistently revealed that health care providers hold negative views of people with disabilities that too frequently translates to failures to equitably protect, serve, or support disabled people and the results are devastating.
Please join the Keystone Institute, along with the SRV Leadership team, to watch the thought provoking and prescient documentary Better Off Dead, which explores this topic from the perspective of people living with disabilities. Following the online screening of the documentary we will use SRV to guide our discussion of these life and death issues. Registration for this event is open to those who have completed a full 28-hour in-person or 32-hour online SRV workshop.
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The Power of Roles
2025-04-03 09:00 - 2025-04-08 12:30 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
4/3 and 4/8 Registration
Day 1: April 3, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT
Day 2: April 8, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT

The Power of Roles
2025-04-24 13:00 - 2025-04-28 16:30 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
4/24 and 4/28 Registration
Day 1: April 24, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EDT
Day 2: April 28, 2025 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm EDT

8th International Social Role Valorization Conference
2025-05-05 - 2025-05-09 | Halifax Convention Centre, 1650 Argyle Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J
8th International Social Role Valorization Conference

The Good Things of Life at Home, School, Work, and Beyond
Celebrating over 50 years of Normalization and Social Role Valorization!
This conference is an exciting opportunity to meet and hear from people from around the world who are using SRV to support others to create better lives for themselves.
Social Role Valorization (SRV) and its predecessor, Normalization, have been very powerful ideas in assisting people with disabilities and other devalued conditions to have positive social roles as a productive and helpful response to wounding life experiences. SRV is a comprehensive theory which provides insights as to why certain groups of people become devalued in society, what life experiences are likely to befall people once they have become devalued in the eyes of others, why valued social roles are a powerful response in combatting the negative life experiences, and ten essential themes which can guide implementers in pursuing valued social roles by, with, and for those practitioners desire to serve.
Dates
Pre-conference events: May 5-6, 2025
Conference: May 7-9, 2025
Cost
Early Bird (ends October 18): $760 CAD
Regular: $875 CAD
More details and registration

The Power of Roles
2025-05-08 09:00 - 2025-05-13 12:30 | Online
The Power of Roles
This workshop gives participants a practical introduction to the principles of Social Role Valorization. Through a combination of multimedia presentation and small group discussion, participants will learn about the phenomenon of social devaluation. This event includes discussion of how people with disabilities and other devalued groups have been systematically hurt and harmed by society, and what the impact of that devaluation has been. Participants will also learn about ways to help people have better lives by supporting them to achieve positive valued social roles. We will discuss practical strategies to make this a reality for the people you support.
*This workshop takes place in two parts over two separate days via Zoom. It is necessary to attend both parts to receive credit for this workshop. KHS employees should register for this workshop through Relias.*
5/8 and 5/13 Registration
Day 1: May 8, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT
Day 2: May 13, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm EDT

Job Fair and On-Site Interviews in Sunbury, PA
2025-05-14 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-05-15 14:00 - 17:00 | Keystone Human Services Sunbury, 1155 North 4th Street, Sunbury, PA, 17801
Start a career with Keystone Human Services! We’re holding on-site interviews in Sunbury, PA for Program Supervisors and Behavioral Health Professionals.
As a Program Supervisor, you will lead and inspire a team of people dedicated to supporting people with disability to live full lives in the community. As a Behavioral Health Professional, you will provide essential care and support as people with disability work toward their goals and dreams.
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Additional benefits of a job at Keystone Human Services:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time, part-time, and casual employees
Generous paid time off
Competitive pay
Retirement savings plan with employer match contributions
Tuition reimbursement
Career development and advancement
Extensive training and learning opportunities
Work environment that offers strong, positive team connections
Additional employee discounts

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Introduction to Social Role Valorization
2025-05-19 09:00 - 2025-05-22 15:00 | Bongiorno Conference Center, 430 Union Hall Road, Carlisle, PA, 17013, United States
Introduction to Social Role Valorization
This intensive workshop presents the idea of assisting people with disabilities and other devalued conditions to have positive social roles, which serves as a productive and helpful response to wounding life experiences. People wishing to understand the life experiences of people they support and the implications of those life experiences, and those who are committed to working toward making life better for others are encouraged to attend.
This foundational material is essential to those wishing to serve others in meaningful ways and who are impassioned to make a difference in the lives of others. Many participants find the learning within this event to be the most helpful, inspiring, and clarifying body of knowledge they have been exposed to in their professional development. It assists in long-term understanding and focus of service to others in ways that matter.
The workshop includes multi-media presentation, small and large group reflection and discussion, and resource materials. Participants should be prepared for significant presentations as well.
Schedule
Day 1: May 19, 2025, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Day 2: May 20, 2025, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Day 3: May 21, 2025, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Day 4: May 22, 2025, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm
Overnight accommodations are available.
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