Adapting IPS for Young Adults: The Thresholds Study
This webinar provides an overview of the Thresholds Study, Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model adaptations, study results, challenges and lessons learned, and future steps to be taken to encourage successful education and employment for young adults with psychiatric disabilities. The content in this video was created by Transitions to Adulthood Center for Research (Transitions […]
Navigating School and Work With a Serious Mental Health Condition
The Collecting Histories of Education and Employment during Recovery (CHEER) study within The Learning and Working Center focuses on the experiences and challenges of young adults with serious mental health conditions (SMHC). 25-30-year-olds with psychiatric disabilities were interviewed for this study and asked to describe their education, training, and employment histories, with key findings being […]
Empowering Clients with Mental Health Diagnosis: The Vital Role of Tax Preparation
This webinar highlights financial and mental wellbeing by exploring the impact that free education on tax preparation can have for the financial well-being of adults with serious mental health challenges (SMHC). The National Disability Institute reminds providers in this webinar of the importance of financial wellbeing in recovery. View webinar on the National Disability […]
Straight Talk About the ADA for Special Educators and Employment Specialists
Presenters discuss the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the role that educators and employment specialists play in transmitting information on the act to young adults entering postsecondary life. The pair discusses accommodations, existing policies, conversations with employers, and disclosure. View course on the TransCen website This training library was supported by funding from the […]
Enhancing Skills for Peer Support Providers
Divided into three modules, this course outlines the importance of employment for young adults with mental health challenges as well as strategies programs to support vocational success. This webinar is appropriate for young adults, employers, administrators, service providers, family members, and researchers hoping to learn more about youth vocational recovery. The content in this video […]
Advanced Skills in Supported Employment: Beyond Entry-Level Positions
Providers working in vocational rehabilitation may support individuals to identify employment opportunities, but may also support their clients to maintain and advance in their chosen field. Presenters discuss strategies for career advancement such as requesting a promotion or pay increase. Also discussed are strategies for moving beyond entry-level roles such as seeking additional education or […]
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 […]
Serious Career Development for Youth with Serious Mental Health Conditions
This course highlights barriers to school and work for young adults with serious mental health conditions. By applying a Stages of Change framework, and encouraging collaboration, this webinar aims to educate helping professionals on the importance of work and education for building resilience and promoting the recovery of their clients. This 90-minute course ranges from […]
Supporting People in Recovery to Access and Engage in Education
Speakers with lived experience of serious mental health conditions and substance use disorders share their stories, and also advice on how to best support individuals seeking education. Regardless of level of education, returning to school can be a valuable experience for individuals in recovery and may allow for engagement in meaningful employment. The content in […]
Co-Occurring Disorders: Comprehensive Treatment and Outcomes
This webinar is part of the IPS and Wellness Webinar Series created by the IPS Employment Center, targeting employment specialists, supervisors, Vocational Rehabilitation counselors, and mental health treatment providers. This webinar focuses on providing comprehensive treatment for individuals with psychiatric disabilities with co-occurring disorders. While discussing the importance of integrated treatment, this webinar highlights the […]