In this session we will look at ways to increase your network. We know that networking can feel uncomfortable, and we want to increase your confidence and get you thinking about it in a different way. Presenter: Paula Collins Paula Collins is the Assistant Vice President of Employment at WORK Inc. She manages a team […]
Many professionals have invisible disabilities that go undisclosed. These professionals bring unique strengths and skills and help diversify the workplace. Invisible disabilities can bring challenges to a person’s success in their work. Come and learn from David Murahashi and CJ Webb as they share their experiences of what it is like to have invisible disabilities […]
The use of affirming pronouns has become a highly politicized topic within our cultural zeitgeist. Although the news media may portray pronouns as complex and scary – they are actually simple, approachable, and used within our day-to-day vocabulary, since the vast majority of us have and use affirming pronouns. This session will cover the basics […]
This session will explore the following Washington State DDA policies and guidelines; Policy 5.06: Client Rights, Policy 5.14 Positive Behavior Supports, Community Inclusion Service Plans, and County Guidelines. Each of these will be briefly introduced before a questions and answer session with DDA staff. Ivanova Smith- Community Collaborations Program Manager, Lori Bare- Deputy Director of […]
This session will explore the following Washington State DDA policies and guidelines; policy 15.03 State Community Protection, policy 6.08 Mandated Reporting, and Employment Service Plans. Each of these will be briefly introduced before a questions and answer session with Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA) staff. Destinee Buzzard- Community Protection Program Manager, Michelle Christensen- […]
We will explore the term intersectionality and how power and privilege define how we honor and validate another intersectionality. Focusing on varied lived experiences, we will outline approaches that help honor the diverse intersectionality of others. As well as, discuss “bold/BOLD” moves that help champion inclusion, equity, respect, and dignity. Presenter: Jetamio Kennedy He/they- Equity […]
Ryan has spent his professional career in the Supported Employment field when he began as a job coach in 2011. He has worked the last 6+ years in the corporate Accessibility world. His mission is to share his experience, report back, and foster collaboration with the field to ensure people with IDD are included. Attendees […]
Behind every successful job placement is a web of strong relationships. As an Employment Specialist or Job Coach, your impact grows when you know how to collaborate with the right people including beneficiaries, families, Vocational Rehabilitation counselors, Social Security representatives, service providers, and employers. This interactive session will help you understand the foundations of effective […]
Making ethical decisions can be complex, but it doesn't have to be. In this webinar, we'll introduce a tool to help you and your team confidently make informed ethical choices. We'll discuss value sets like those from the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Administration and the APSE code of conduct, applying them to real-world scenarios in […]