When
April 2, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM 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
Boots on the Ground: Employment Consultant Community of Practice Workshop
In collaboration with the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Administration, Wise is pleased to announce the Boots on the Ground: Employment Consultant Community of Practice! Comprised of two sessions per week, this Community of Practice will offer hands on examples and opportunities to see innovative direct service from employment providers across the State of Washington. Tuesday seminars will occur each week from 9:30 to 11:30am PST, and Friday workshops will provide follow up conversation and activities based on the Tuesday content from 9:30 to 10:30am PST. These events are open to all and free of charge.
*Attending the Tuesday seminar is not required in order to participate in Friday’s workshop, although you are encouraged to do so. Recordings of Tuesday’s events will be made available the following Wednesday to those who could not attend.
A Virtual Program on How to Thrive in a Virtual Job Market
Please join us on Friday, April 2 for our seminar, "A Virtual Program on How to Thrive in a Virtual Job Market" with Trillium.
1 This presentation will help organizations, groups, and individuals prepare to navigate and thrive in the evolving job market as it transitions to virtual platforms. During this session, you will receive a comprehensive training program on the virtual interview process. The program includes PowerPoints, videos, and forms to prepare individuals and supported employment agencies. This training will give the viewers the resources to replicate the program or take the information that is most relevant and valuable to the organization. Our goal is to make this information accessible for organizations to continue to support individuals in finding meaningful employment in this socially distanced climate.
1. Learning Objectives:
- Resources and tools that will prepare staff to support individuals in a virtual interview setting, including PowerPoints, forms, and example videos.
- How to prepare individuals in a virtual interview setting including considerations for before, during, and after the interview process.
- Information on how to effectively facilitate a three-day virtual mock interview training on a group or individual scale.
- Encourage the continuous learning mindset.
1. This session will describe our team’s efforts in compiling a Remote Coaching Workbook and maintaining a Virtual Coaching Toolkit for our division. This has been a valuable resource for our team that has helped us collaborate, share ideas, and ultimately persevere through these times while providing excellent service to our clients.The workbook highlights methods for service delivery all the way up to and including support surrounding an individual’s return to the workforce or community in this changed world. We will highlight a few of the excellent remote coaching tools that staff have created for this toolkit as well as give the audience an opportunity to create their own while providing feedback so that they can begin to create a similar toolkit for their practice.
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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Meet the Panel:
Olivia Pomata has been with Trillium since 2014. She is a Senior Employment Consultant that has developed programs such as Job Club, to engage individuals in active learnings and networking. Olivia went to school for Occupational Therapy and Behavior Analysis and received her BA degree in 2018. In her free time, she enjoys photography, hiking, and coaching soccer at a local elementary school. Olivia holds the Employment Professional Certificate.
Megan Brandes enjoys her work as an Employment Consultant at Trillium Employment Services, an organization that is committed to creating an inclusive community. She is originally from Colorado and moved to the beautiful State of Washington in 2019 to pursue work in supported employment. She received a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services from Metropolitan State University of Denver. She has worked and volunteered in various organizations in the helping field including working with a foster care agency that specializes in supporting children with developmental disabilities. Megan is passionate about supporting individuals in their journey to reach their own goals and dreams.