NCSEA On Location

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Independent Contractors: An Employer Focused Conversation (Pt. 2) Nov 22, 2023

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This episode of On Location comes to you from South Carolina/Washington DC, Illinois, California, and Alaska. Join co-hosts Pat O’Donnell (YoungWilliams) and Tim Lightner (CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.) as they introduce the second in a series focused on engaging with employers as they contribute to the child support program’s success. Their guests today are Corri Flores (Director–Government Affairs Wage Garnishments, Compliance & Shared Services for ADP) and Robyn Large (Child Support Program Specialist, with the Federal Office of Child Support Enforcement’s Division of Federal Systems). On today’s podcast, listen as they help us to understand a little more about employers’ roles, and “who’s job, is it?” when it comes to independent contractors. Hear them talk about what is mandated by federal and state laws regarding new hire reporting, income withholding orders, and National Medical Support Notices. They also discuss what to do with a verification of employment when received for an independent contractor, how to report and remit payments and even some “best practices.”

Sparking the Spark: A Conversation on NCSEA’s Legislative Proposals Nov 15, 2023

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Today’s episode comes to you from Ohio, Colorado, and Alaska. Tim Lightner (in Anchorage, Alaska with CGI Technologies, and Solutions Inc.) welcomes two guests that are known throughout the child support program, and who are here to join in a conversation about the legislative proposals that NCSEA has initiated. Amy Roehrenbeck, co-chair of NCSEA’s Policy and Government Relations Committee; and Bob Williams, committee member and architect of the legislative proposals speak about how this came about. They talk about key components: retaining collections, recoupment, enforcement, performance measures, funding for noncustodial parent services and parenting time orders. Listen as they talk about when the time may be right to bring these proposals forward, and what we can expect.

News From the Hill: Updates with Tom Joseph of Paragon Government Relations Nov 08, 2023

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Coming to you on location from Washington D.C., California, and Alaska. Join Emily Jernigan (California Department of Child Support Services) and Tim Lightner (CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.) as they welcome back Tom Joseph (Paragon Government Relations) to the podcast. Listen as Tom gives current updates on what is occurring on The Hill, from a new Speaker of the House, to bills and legislation, including administrative and legislative movement on the IRS and FTI issue and the current extension to 2024. Tom provides information and context for what is happening in our Federal government and tells what might be expected.

Charting a Course for Economic Mobility (Episode 2) Nov 01, 2023

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Today’s program comes to you on location from Blackfeet Nation and Virginia. Mariellen Keely hosts today’s episode and is joined by Jayla Wells (Iiksook'ksooksik Project Manager, Blackfeet Child Support). They discuss the federal demonstration grant Charting A Course for Economic Mobility which involves fifteen states and two tribes. Their conversation centers around Blackfeet Nation's project, the importance of young Blackfeet developing a strong cultural identity, and how those relate to the grant's overarching goals of educating and motivating teens and young adults to postpone parenthood until after they complete their education, start a career, and engage in a committed relationship.

The History of the National Tribal Child Support Program Oct 25, 2023

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Today’s episode comes on location from North Carolina, Oklahoma, Wisconsin, and California. Veronica Riley (Veronica Riley Training & Consulting) hosts today’s podcast, and has an engaging conversation with Sandy Cloer (President of the National Tribal Child Support Association; Division Director of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians child support program in western North Carolina); Lisa Skenandore (past president of the National Tribal Child Support Association and member of the Honorary Board, Vice President of Business Development at Systems & Methods, Inc. (SMI); and prior with the Oneida Nation in Wisconsin); and Jerry Sweet (First President of the National Tribal Child Support Association; Board member; President and CEO of 1 Family Services in Indian County, LLC; and previously with Chickasaw Nation Child Support Services). Listen as they talk about the creation of the tribal child support program and some of the individuals that were beneficial. Hear them have a conversation about the history of the National Tribal Child Support Association; how it was created, and why there is a need for it. They also discuss that even though it has made a huge impact, there is still so much more to do. Additionally, we are also proud to share that NCSEA On Location has just reached 10,001 All Time Plays thanks to your continued support. Please continue to listen, share, like and follow. If you have a suggestion or would like to be guest on the show, please reach out to us at our contact link: customerservice@ncsea.org.

Fatherhood Programs: Engaging and Empowering Fathers To Be Heard Oct 18, 2023

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Today’s program comes to you from North Carolina and is hosted by Tammy Pearson of YoungWilliams. Join Tammy as she has a conversation with James Brannon (Senior Business Consultant with CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.) and Kelly Little (Founder and President of the Urban Institute for Strengthening Families). Listen as they share their passion for making fatherhood programs and initiatives successful, and the impacts and importance for involvement in the child support program.

NCSEA’s 2023 Emerging Leader Awardee Oct 11, 2023

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Coming to you from Georgia, Illinois, and Ohio, Pat O’Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services, host a conversation with Liz Schriber, the 2023 Emerging Leader Awardee. Liz is the Strategic Performance Planning Manager for the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Child Support Services. Learn how Liz uses data to help inform decision making within the child support team and continuously impacts and improves services to Georgia families.

NCSEA’s 2023 Program Awareness Awardee Oct 04, 2023

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On today’s edition hear how Natalie Dillon and her team created and implemented a new three county Regional Child Support Agency to serve families in Colusa, Sutter, and Yolo Counties in Northern California. Their comprehensive outreach and branding efforts and impressive results led to their selection as the NCSEA 2023 Program Awareness Award. Pat O’Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services bring you an interesting and engaging conversation focused on how to effectively communicate across a large and diverse set of communities. Listen to learn more of their experiences and the positive impact they make with families served by their program.

The NCSEA 2023 Innovative Partnership and Collaboration Awardee Sep 27, 2023

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This episode of On Location, is hosted by Pat O’Donnell of YoungWilliams and Brandi Gallebo of Franklin County Child Support Enforcement Services and features a conversation with the NCSEA 2023 Innovative Partnership and Collaboration Awardee. Yemane Weldu, Ami Gomez and Andee Monexay represent the team of people within the San Diego County Department of Child Support Services who created and implemented the initiative for Justice Involved Parents and Children (JIPC). Listen as they describe their mission, their passion for their work, and the impressive results that they and their program deliver to individuals and to their families.

Building a Culture of Collaboration and Relationships: Getting to know Adam Norman and the Indiana Child Support Bureau Sep 20, 2023

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Today’s episode comes to you from Indiana, California, and Alaska. Join co-hosts Tim Lightner (CGI Technologies and Solutions, Inc.) and DeAnna Rice (California Department of Child Support Services) as they welcome Adam Norman (the IV-D Director of the Indiana Child Support Bureau). Get to know Adam as he talks about how he got involved in child support, the structure of Indiana’s state program, and his responsibilities as the Director. He talks about the importance of collaboration as well as relationships within the program. Listen as Adam discusses his views and experiences with project management, policy work, and even what catches his interest during his “off the clock” time.

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