Job Conduct Dispute Resolution

Summary

Unprofessional conduct allegations can lead to license revocation for Ohio Intervention Specialists. Contact the Ohio Department of Education for guidelines. Legal aid may be available in Columbus.

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I was working for an agency. They listed job as mild/moderate and I removed a paint and disinfectant solution from a child
Could you please clarify if you're facing any legal consequences or issues due to removing the paint and disinfectant solution from a child?
They said it was unprofessional
What are the specific allegations or consequences you're facing from your agency due to this incident?
I also put my hand out to protect myself from a child
What is the location of your agency? This will help me provide relevant legal information.
Person said I pulled his hair and the told him not to bite
What state or country is this incident taking place in? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
He was biting me the whole time
What is the state or country where this incident occurred?
Do you think I should loose my license
What state are you licensed in? This will help me provide you with the most accurate information.
Ohio
What is the nature of your job and the agency you work for? This will help me understand the professional standards and regulations applicable to your situation.
Intervention Specialist
What are the specific allegations made against you by the agency?
I was being unprofessional
What are the specific actions that the agency deemed unprofessional?
Pulled child's hair and tussling with child to remove paint
What are the policies or guidelines of your agency regarding handling such situations?
None, just making mistakes and learning
What is the agency's procedure for dealing with complaints and disciplinary actions?
Contact them but they weren't any help
What actions has the agency taken against you after this incident?
I'll know if I'll loose my license in about *.5 months
What is the process for license revocation in your profession in Ohio?
None
What are the specific guidelines or rules set by the Ohio Department of Education for Intervention Specialists in such situations?
They'll just take them
What is the exact rule or policy that states they can revoke your license for this incident?
Unprofessional conduct
What are the specific actions or behaviors that the Ohio Department of Education considers as "unprofessional conduct"?
My actions
What are the steps you have taken so far to address this issue?
Hearing
What is the nature of the hearing and what stage is it currently at?
They'll let me know in *.5 months
What is the name of the court or body conducting the hearing?
ODE
What is the full form of ODE and what is their contact information?
Ohio Department of Education
What is the specific rule or policy from the Ohio Department of Education that your actions violated?
Unprofessional conduct
What are the specific guidelines or rules set by the Ohio Department of Education for Intervention Specialists in such situations?
N/A
What is the exact rule or policy that states they can revoke your license for this incident?
Unprofessional conduct
What are the steps you can take to appeal the decision if your license is revoked?

General Information:
- Ohio Department of Education considers unprofessional conduct as a serious violation.
- You can contact Ohio Department of Education at (*) *-* for further assistance.
THEY are the ones handling the case
What is the process for appealing a decision with the Ohio Department of Education?
Don't feel safe calling them
What other options do you have for communication with the Ohio Department of Education?
Don't feel safe
What other legal or professional support have you sought in this situation?
Don't have the money
What type of legal aid or pro bono services are available in your area?
I don't know
What is the name of the agency you were working for? This will help me provide you with more specific information.
Can you suggest
What type of legal representation are you seeking?
Free
What is the name of the city you live in? This will help me suggest local legal aid services that might be able to assist you.
Columbus Ohio
What specific actions are considered as "unprofessional conduct" according to the Ohio Department of Education?

General Information:
- Ohio Department of Education defines unprofessional conduct in their Professional Conduct Manual.
- Franklin County Court of Common Pleas, * S High St, Columbus, OH *, (*) *-*.
Ones taken by me
What specific actions did you take that are being considered as "unprofessional conduct" by the Ohio Department of Education?