We are excited to welcome Lucia Amezquita to the OCCY team as one of our new OJSO Oversight Specialists! Lucia brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to her role. She began her career with OKDHS in 2014 and was promoted to Child Protective Service Supervisor in 2018. With her extensive knowledge of child welfare and protective services, we’re thrilled to have her on board.
Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth
Government Administration
Oklahoma City, OK 1,077 followers
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About us
In the early 1980s, a lawsuit was brought forward by seven teenage plaintiffs in the custody of the Department of Human Services known as the “Terry D. Case.” The lawsuit alleged instances of abuse and generally horrific conditions faced by Oklahoma children in state custody and cared for by institutions. Along with the lawsuit, local Gannett news aired a series of reports called ‘Oklahoma’s Shame,’ which helped lead to a massive change in the child welfare system. As part of these changes, in 1982, Oklahoma House Bill 1468 was signed into law and the Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth (OCCY) was created to bring accountability and oversight into the child and youth service systems of Oklahoma. Programs within OCCY include the Oklahoma Child Death Review Boards, the Post Adjudication Review Boards, Freestanding Multidisciplinary Teams, the Office of Planning and Coordination, and the Office of Juvenile System Oversight. For more than 39 years, OCCY has successfully worked for the establishment of effective services, has been instrumental in the remediation or elimination of substandard services, and has helped create quality systems for children, youth, and families.
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https://www.oklahoma.gov/occy
External link for Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Oklahoma City, OK
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1982
Locations
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Primary
2915 N. Classen Boulevard
Cameron Building Suite 300
Oklahoma City, OK 73106, US
Employees at Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth
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Jay Scott Brown
Owner at Brownstone Properties
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Danielle M. Dill, MPH
Program Manager at Oklahoma Commission on Children and Youth
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Brittany Hunt-Jassey, JD
Administrator of Integrated Legal Services, Oklahoma Human Services
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Matthew Spruill
Juris Doctorate, Certified Mediator, Class Clown
Updates
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Are you ready to learn more about how you can make a real impact? The OCCY Parent Partnership Board is looking for passionate parents like you! Join one of our virtual informational meetings to find out how your lived experiences can shape the future of Oklahoma’s child-serving systems. Pick a time that fits your schedule: (Virtual meeting on Zoom) October 22, 2024 at 12:00 PM - tinyurl.com/PPBMeeting1 October 22, 2024 at 6:00 PM - tinyurl.com/PPBMeeting2 Questions? Contact Isabel Rodriguez at (405) 640-3511 or [email protected].
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On 9/30/24, OCCY staff visited the Center for Children & Families (CCFI) in Norman, OK, where they've been #ImprovingLives since 1969. We partner with CCFI by providing PAC training, supporting their #parentcafe program, and more. Together, we're creating brighter futures for children in our community! To learn more about CCFI visit www.ccfinorman.org In the photo from OCCY: Keith Pirtle (PARB Program Manager), Payton Marr (FSMDT Training), Madison Wingate (Community Planner), Isabel Rodriguez (Community Planner). From CCFI: Carla Garcia (Family Navigator), Kathryn Morris-Scott (Clinical Director), Melissa Simpson Klink (Chief Executive Officer).
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OCCY staff, Parent Partnership Board members, and CSAW Parent Leaders just returned from the Mental Health America Conference in D.C., where they learned powerful ways to DISRUPT systemic barriers, REFORM harmful practices, and TRANSFORM mental health care for everyone. With inspiring discussions around youth-driven solutions, equity, and community resilience, we’re on a hopeful path toward making sure everyone has access to the mental well-being they deserve. Change is happening, and together we’re making a real difference! #hopeformentalhealth | #oklahomakids | #thrivingfamiliesok | #parentleadersok
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OCCY’s Level Up Your Parent Engagement session at the Oklahoma Partnership for School Readiness Research Symposium highlighted the Be Strong Families Parent Cafés, a "game-changer" for boosting family engagement in early childhood programs. Ready to level up your organization? Reach out to Madison Wingate at [email protected] to get started! #oklahomakids | #thrivingfamiliesok | #parentengagement
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Don't miss this opportunity to gain tools that will strengthen your family and build a support network with other parents. It’s your chance to make a positive impact in your community and help families thrive! Register now to secure your spot. Scan the QR code or click the link in the event post! #oklahomakids | #thrivingfamiliesOK | #communityimpact
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It's Child Passenger Safety Week and you have the power to keep your kids safe! In 2022, three children were killed and 429 injured in traffic crashes every day, but using the right car seat can reduce the risk of death by up to 71%. Start here: https://lnkd.in/dFe_WCD. Safe Kids Worldwide | #ChildPassengerSafety | #youcanmakeadifference | #oklahomakids
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On August 6th, thirty-two professionals gathered in Elk City for a full-day training focused on improving how child sexual abuse cases are handled. By learning best practices and how to use key evidence, these experts are better equipped to protect Oklahoma's children. Together, we’re making a difference for vulnerable kids in our state! The event was sponsored by OCCY and funded by a grant from the Oklahoma Advisory Task Force on Child Abuse and Neglect through the Children's Justice Act program. It aligns with the 2018-2023 training priorities set by the Task Force. #ProtectOurChildren | #childsafetyok | #oklahomakids | Zero Abuse Project
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Over the past year, OCCY Parent Partnership Board member James Ray has been part of the Oklahoma Ending the Need for Group Placement (ENGP) Co-Design Team. On August 29th, he and the team presented their findings at the Sarkeys Foundation in Norman. The team's work, based on meaningful conversations and cross-system collaboration, focused on improving child welfare in Oklahoma by listening to families and uncovering solutions in their stories. This effort was made possible with the support of Oklahoma Department of Human Services, Annie E. Casey Foundation, Casey Family Programs, and TEEM.
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Don't miss out! Apply today for the "Bringing the Protective Factors Framework to Life in Your Work" Training of Trainers, happening October 8-10, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day at Embassy Suites by Hilton, Oklahoma City Downtown Medical Center. Learn about the five key protective factors that strengthen families. Apply now at https://lnkd.in/gPXRkNk6 For more info, contact Madison Wingate at [email protected] or (405) 606-4908.