Job Development for Successful Placements

This training will provide information about competitive, integrated employment; functional limitations; Vocational Rehabilitation Services; job development in rural areas; and navigating the collaborative partnerships necessary. Natural supports will be discussed and shown to create a richer work experience for everyone.

Training details:

Zoom room opens at 9:55am
Class starts at 10:00am
$15 for APSE members and $35 for others*
Possible special introductory membrship rate, when signing up for this class (details below)
Earn 2 Continuing Education (CE) credits (provide email to receive certificate)

About Diane Ashley, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor in Umatilla County

Diane holds a master’s degree in professional counseling and is licensed with the State of Oregon. She has 20+ years’ experience in this field. In 2012, Diane published “How to Help Someone Who is Grieving.” Written from her personal life experience, the book was eventually used by a Nevada police department as a training manual to help officers in sudden grief situations. In 2005, Diane trained to administer the DISC tool. With over 15 years’ experience in public speaking, she has successfully used this tool to positively impact communication with businesses, individuals, and small groups. Facilitating Oregon’s job developer training for rural areas, Diane has taught processes for developing jobs in difficult geographical locations. Diane currently works as a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor in Umatilla County.

*More Information about Introductory Membership

Must be a first-time Oregon APSE member or over 10 years since being a member.
Sign-up for membership through National APSE https://apse.org/membership/membership-benefits-types/, using code ORAPSE and then register as an APSE member for this training.
APSE membership, adding your voice to the Employment First movement, to ensure that people with disabilities are paid a fair wage and are an important part of local integrated workforce in every community.

More Information

* No refunds if you cancel after 7/4/2021. Refunds prior to 7/4/2021 will have a $5 processing fee taken out to cover costs. If you have questions, please email oregonapse@gmail.com