Promoting equitable employment
for people with disabilities through innovation, training and technical assistance.About
Wise
Wise, founded in 1985, is a private, not for profit organization dedicated to expanding and sustaining employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
We consult with: People with Disabilities; Families; Employment Agencies; National, State and Local Governments; School Districts; and Private businesses, providing training and technical assistance for those who wish to create employment opportunities in their communities.
Wise plays a vital leadership role focused on the employment of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are a catalyst for change and challenge the status quo in the pursuit of full inclusion for people with significant disabilities.
Training On-demand in the
Wise Learning Center
300+ on-demand courses for supported employment professionals.
Learn from a diverse group of experts about supporting people with disabilities in the workplace, at home and in the community.
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Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain (RCR) is a leadership series designed for mid-level managers working in employment and community inclusion service provider agencies. By joining RCR, you will have the opportunity
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain (RCR) is a leadership series designed for mid-level managers working in employment and community inclusion service provider agencies. By joining RCR, you will have the opportunity
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain (RCR) is a leadership series designed for mid-level managers working in employment and community inclusion service provider agencies. By joining RCR, you will have the opportunity
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain (RCR) is a leadership series designed for mid-level managers working in employment and community inclusion service provider agencies. By joining RCR, you will have the opportunity
Job Foundation Community of Practice: Report Writing
Job Foundation Community of Practice: Report Writing
In partnership with DDA, Wise hosts a community of practice for those involved in Job Foundation. All transition stakeholders are invited to attend, including employment providers, school representatives, DVR counselors,
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Winter Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain (RCR) is a leadership series designed for mid-level managers working in employment and community inclusion service provider agencies. By joining RCR, you will have the opportunity
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
The Plan to Placement Cohort is a six-session series aimed at enhancing the skills of Supported Employment Providers. Through coaching and mentoring, participants will learn to effectively gather Person-Centered Employment
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
The Plan to Placement Cohort is a six-session series aimed at enhancing the skills of Supported Employment Providers. Through coaching and mentoring, participants will learn to effectively gather Person-Centered Employment
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
The Plan to Placement Cohort is a six-session series aimed at enhancing the skills of Supported Employment Providers. Through coaching and mentoring, participants will learn to effectively gather Person-Centered Employment
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
The Plan to Placement Cohort is a six-session series aimed at enhancing the skills of Supported Employment Providers. Through coaching and mentoring, participants will learn to effectively gather Person-Centered Employment
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Spring Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Spring Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain (RCR) is a leadership series designed for mid-level managers working in employment and community inclusion service provider agencies. By joining RCR, you will have the opportunity
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Spring Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain: Spring Cohort
Recruit, Cultivate and Retain (RCR) is a leadership series designed for mid-level managers working in employment and community inclusion service provider agencies. By joining RCR, you will have the opportunity
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
Plan to Placement: Spring Cohort
The Plan to Placement Cohort is a six-session series aimed at enhancing the skills of Supported Employment Providers. Through coaching and mentoring, participants will learn to effectively gather Person-Centered Employment