S1E5: Conversations on PSB with the Experts – Matthew Roberts

Episode 5: Matthew Roberts

Jimmy Widdifield Jr. hosts a conversation with Matthew Roberts, Unit Manager at the Jackson County Family Court in Kansas City, Missouri. Roberts discusses the implementation of a PSB-CBT program in Kansas City in partnership with MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault), how the partnership with MOCSA originated, what the impetus was for implementing a PSB program, and what shifts needed to occur not only within the court system but also with community partners who treat these cases.

Matthew Roberts is the Unit Manager for the Case Assessment Unit at the Jackson County Family Court in Kansas City, Missouri. His background of work in community-based programs and mental health prepared him for implementing a PSB-CBT program in Kansas City in partnership with MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault).

Resources:
PSB Whitepaper: “Children with Problematic Sexual Behavior: Recommendations for the MDT and CAC Process” https://www.srcac.org/research-to-practice-resources/

YPSB Training Series from NCA: https://learn.nationalchildrensalliance.org/psb

MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault): https://www.mocsa.org/

Episode Transcript

Credits:
Music credits: “Airport Lounge” Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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