The Wyoming Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities (WGCDD) in conjunction with the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) and Wyoming Association for People Supporting Employment First (WYAPSE) will be disseminated Employment First Information throughout the month of October!
What was covered:
Two Live Zoom Presentations:
Rocky Mountain ADA Rocky Mountain ADA: Supporting Employment. An overview of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) geared specifically towards employers. A robust Q&A occurred. CLICK HERE to view post presentation information, including attendance and demographic information, and feedback.
Panel Discussion: De-escalation Techniques for Employers and Employees Workplace conflict cant always be avoided, unfortunately. No matter how great your place of work is or how strong of a leader you are, a conflict can arise which may require de-escalating. In this discussion, panelists will examine what de-escalation looks like in the workplace for employers and employees, and review some helpful tips on maintaining a safe work environment, creating a culture of safety, and successful customer service. CLICK HERE to view post presentation information, including attendance and demographic information, and feedback.
Week of 10/1/2020- 10/2/2020:
Week of 10/5/2020- 10/9/2020:
WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE SOMETHING WITH A DISABILITY- CLICK HERE to view the article.
NDEAM PANEL DISCUSSION HOSTED BY APSE (National Association for People Supporting Employment First) - CLICK HERE to view the video.
WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF WORKFORCE SERVICES, VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION- DVR 101 - CLICK HERE to view the video.
2020 SPECIAL REPORT: WORKERS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE COVID ECONOMY - CLICK HERE to view the article.
Week of 10/12/2020- 10/16/2020:
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ADA VIDEOS AND MATERIALS - CLICK HERE to view the article.
EARN'S MENTAL HEATH TOOLKIT: RESOURCES FOR FORSTERING A MENTALLY HEALTHY WORKPLACE - CLICK HERE to view the article.
WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF WORKFORCE SERVICES, VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION - SUCCES STORIES - CLICK HERE to view the video.
RESPECT ABILITY - PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES TWICE AS LIKELY TO BE EMPLOYED IN SOME STATES AS OTHERS - CLICK HERE To view the article.
Week of 10/19/2020- 10/23/2020:
WYOMING DEPARTMENT OF WORKFORCE SERVICES, VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION - WOTC VIDEO - CLICK HERE to view the video.
JOB ACCOMODATION NETWORK (JAN) PUBLICATIONS AND ARTICLES. - CLICK HERE to view the website's specific page dedicated to publications and articles.
THE CENTER FOR WORK ETHIC DEVELOPMENT - WHAT IS WORK READINESS VIDEO - CLICK HERE to view the video.
Week of 10/26/2020- 10/30/2020:
WYABLE VIDEO ON WYOMING'S ACHEIVING A BETTER LIFE EXPERIENCE (ABLE) POWERED THROUGH STABLE PROGRAM - CLICK HERE to view the article.
EMOTIONAL ERGONOMICS: THE PRICE OFMAKING A LIVING SHOULD BE YOUR LIFE BY RICHARD PIMENTEL- CLICK HERE to view the article
NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY 2020 PROJGRESS REPORT ON NATIONAL DISABILITY POLICY: INCREASING DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT - CLICK HERE to view the report.
ACCOMODATIONS FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR - CLICK HERE to view the article.
THE ART OF DISBAILING YOUR DISABILTY BY RICHARD PIMENTEL - CLICK HERE to view the article.
WORKING WITH PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES INA JOB PLACEMENT/JOB RETENTION ENVIRONMENT BY RICHARD PIMENTEL -CLICK HERE to view the article.
RESOURCES FOR EMPLOYERS TO ENSURE THEIR RECRUITMENT AND HRIING PRACTICES ARE INCLUSIVE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES - CLICK HERE to view the article.
CLICK HERE to view additional programmatic information on the monthlong posts, videos, resources, and information.