When

July 15th, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM PST

Where

This is an online event via Zoom.

For more information on the Zoom platform, please visit https://youtu.be/hIkCmbvAHQQ prior to the event.

Contact

Wise Support 
support@gowise.org 

Wise Webinar Series: 

Communication: Shut Up and...

with Chuck Goodwin
**Due to an unexpected incident, Wednesday's presenter has shifted from Debra McLean to Chuck Goodwin. Debra's webinar will be postponed to August. 

Please join us on Wednesday, July 15th for our webinar, “Communication, Shut Up and..." with Chuck Goodwin

What we finally understood was that in order to provide meaningful support, we had to first listen. Individuals we supported told us we were dictating and not listening. We were telling people what to do, how to do it, and when to do it. The response by those we served? They either shut down or struck back, as any of us would in similar circumstances. This class will focus on learning to be better listeners not just to verbal but all forms of language and to encourage individuals to find their own voice.

Learning Objectives:

  • Recognize that the individuals we serve are our best teachers & the most important lesson we can learn is how to listen to individuals we support

  • Ideas for how to listen to and communicate with our clients

  • Learn strategies for teaching and encouraging self-management

Do you require an accommodation, materials in alternate format or have inquiries about accessibility in this event? If so, please reach out to support@gowise.org no later than 5pm Friday prior to this webinar. Due to the short turnaround of our webinar series we are unable to accommodate same day requests. We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully.

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There are no refunds for those that do not attend the scheduled webinar. If you do miss the webinar, we will provide you with a code to access the next webinar free. 

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Chuck Goodwin

Chuck Goodwin has worked for over 30 years with individuals with developmental disabilities in a variety of capacities. He has worked in both the residential and vocational arenas providing direct support for individuals. For the past 13 years as a private consultant around the Northwest, he has provided trainings on such subjects as positive behavioral supports, history and values around services, job coaching, supporting individuals with challenging behaviors, precision training, natural supports, utilizing community resources, and vocational issues. He has provided technical assistance to employment agencies around teaching individuals difficult tasks using universal design, understanding and supporting individuals with challenging behaviors, creating schedules, analyzing and modifying work flow issues, working with speed and quality issues, and teaching self-management. His passion is helping individuals who are struggling to find success. He continues to work individually with people and their families to help them realize their potential
Supported employment is rooted in the firm belief that all people deserve respect, dignity, and self-determination.  Here at Wise, we are committed to standing up for and embracing positive changes in policies and practices to stamp out oppression and discrimination in our institutions and systems. We are focused on our mission of inclusion and equitable employment for people with disabilities. With this in mind, we ask that all participants extend respect, humility and grace during our events. We strive to create a learning platform where we all leave with new ways of thinking, doing and moving supported employment forward.