Join us for this informative session to address mental health on the job. As many as 35% of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities could have a co-occurring mental health disorder and I will be sharing examples & resources so you are equipped to assist on-the-job. Presenter: Jessica Fletcher Jessica “Jessie” Fletcher has an undergraduate […]
The Plan to Placement Cohort is a 6 session series designed to strengthen a group of Supported Employment Providers through coaching/mentoring to skillfully gather Person-Centered Employment Planning information to assist job seekers in obtaining Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) that fits their skills and desired needs. This Course Series is now approved for CESP Continuing Education […]
Join us as we tour www.BenefitU.org, a free, user-friendly platform designed to help beneficiaries, families, and service providers navigate Social Security benefits and employment. We’ll introduce you to the brand-new client portal, where users can make SSI calculations, track wages, and explore work incentives that help people maximize their potential. Learn how BenefitU can help […]
It’s How you Show up: Effectively Facilitating Relationships and Implementing Tools that Support Lasting Partnerships In today’s dynamic and interconnected world, the strength of our relationships and partnerships can make or break our success. Thing session, "It's How You Show Up," focuses on the critical skills and tools needed to foster effective relationships and build […]
This 12-week online course is designed for educators and employment specialists to learn how to support students or job seekers in creating a website portfolio to market their strengths and skills.
I’ll tell a brief story about my experience in the Mental Health system from being hospitalized, homeless, and going through the process of seeking services to help me achieve stability. Housing, and supportive employment. I’ll discuss the limitations of these support programs, and how important it is to advocate for what we need. Presenter: Shalese […]
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, DDA case managers, county representatives, students, and families. Come learn about the Job Foundation program and help increase employment outcomes for young adults with disabilities […]
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 to develop immediately usable skills for developing your own career and promoting increased job satisfaction for staff you manage. In community with other program managers, […]
In this engaging webinar, we will explore alternative tools and technologies designed to empower individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities who are nonspeaking or have limited communication strategies in place. Participants will discover a variety of innovative strategies that enhance effective communication, foster connections, and promote understanding. We will delve into practical approaches for engaging with nonspeaking […]
How's the School to Work year going for your agency so far? Let's talk about it with County and DVR staff at this Special Edition - Transition Best Practices meeting. At the King county S2W kickoff in August, the County communicated key points and key issues that will be critical for this school year, and […]
