Mental Health Literacy for Employment Support Professionals
This webinar, produced by Utah State University, provides an overview of mental health literacy and its importance for implementation in the profession of employment support. There is also an introduction to the content covered within the University’s Mental Health Awareness and Advocacy for Employment Support Professionals curriculum. Sign up to view the webinar on Utah […]
The Elephant In the Room: A Discussion About Employees with Psychiatric Disabilities in the Workplace
Educating working individuals with serious mental health conditions (SMHC) on the Americans with Disabilities Act, communicating with employers, bridging gaps between employees and employers, and addressing workplace stigma surrounding psychiatric disabilities are all roles of supported employment professionals. This webinar, delivered by an individual with lived experience of psychiatric disability from Utah State University, discusses […]
Developing Career Profiles
A career profile is a core element of the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) process, and this webinar discusses its importance in supporting individuals’ journey to meaningful employment. This webinar walks providers through the development of a client-centered and culturally competent career profile. The content in this video was created by Pathways to Employment: A […]
Understanding Health Disparities and Equity in IPS Supported Employment
The Pathways to Employment: A Product of the Illinois IPS Initiative presents a webinar on the stigma that individuals with psychiatric disabilities seeking employment often face, and the role that Individual Placement and Support (IPS) providers play in promoting equity. Discussing cultural competencies, this fifteen-minute webinar is important for educating IPS providers. The content in […]
Advanced Skills in Supported Employment: A Strengths-Based Approach
The second installation of this webinar series focuses on educating supported employment specialists on what to do when working with individuals who may have gaps in their employment histories. Presenters provide instruction on how to help job seekers complete resumes that best address these gaps for employers. This is Session 2 in a 3-part Series: […]
Working with Specific Populations
This four-course bundle from the Institute for Community Inclusion at UMASS Boston provides employment providers and employment-service professionals with informative lessons on employment for individuals with disabilities. The course bundle costs $175. The courses included are: Transition: Preparing for a Seamless Move from School to Adult Life Employment Services for People with Mental Health Disabilities […]
Developing Creative Strategies While Integrating Individuals Who Need Higher Levels of Support in Employment
This webinar shares the importance of creativity when developing employment support networks for your clients. Offering solutions, being persistent, and thinking outside of the box is essential for adapting vocational rehabilitation agencies and companies to become supportive of individuals with disabilities seeking employment. View webinar on the CEI Utah State University website This training library […]
Job Supports for People with Mental Health Disabilities
This webinar shares the importance of implementing evidence-based supported employment when working with adults with serious mental health conditions. Webinar facilitators share common barriers to supported employment as well as strategies to overcome them. This webinar is a product of the National Expansion of Employment Opportunities (NEON) and their National Employment First Community of Practice. […]
Advanced Skills in Supported Employment: Assessing for Fit
This webinar discusses various ways to assess work culture, providing job seekers with valuable information about this critical component of a workplace. Suggested for practitioners in Supported Employment, Supported Education, Assertive Community Treatment, or others providing vocational rehabilitation services. This is Session 1 in a 3-part Series: Session 2: A Strengths-Based Approach to Assisting Job […]