Employment First Foundations
This two-hour training provides foundational information about an Employment First approach to services. The course reinforces the fact that everyone is expected to support people with employment outcomes, regardless of the position they hold in the organization.
Learners are asked to consider how they might move beyond compliance to meaningful implementation. Through practical examples and reflection exercises, the training covers key concepts like dignity of risk, person-centered planning, the discovery process, presuming competence, and fading support. Participants will explore how their daily work can support access to competitive integrated employment for all people and an awareness of the history of Employment First.
Employment First Foundations will help attendees gain the following:
What is meant by an “Employment First approach to services” and how it aligns with person-centered practices.
The principles and values that drive Employment First and its connection to independence, inclusion, and dignity of work.
The benefits of competitive, integrated employment for people supported, organizations, and communities.
Best practices and strategies for fostering employment pathways and supporting people in identifying, preparing for, and maintaining meaningful work.
The roles and responsibilities of team members and partners in advancing Employment First across systems and supports.
Learner expectations are as follows:
Engaged participation is required meaning Learners must be in a stable location and not attending to other tasks.
Learners must be punctual and cannot miss more than 15 minutes of the course for any reason.
Learners must be on an individual computer or tablet with a front-facing camera.
Cameras must be turned and remain on for the duration of the session.
Learners should have some means of taking notes.
Learners must have registered prior to the course.
Learners’ names on Zoom must match registration.
No refunds will be granted. Customers may request to change the name or session date of a registrant more than 3 business days prior to the registered-for date, and within 1 year from original registration.
Session Time: 1:00PM-3:00PM ET
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Registration closes 3 business days prior to session.