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Multi-Session Small Group Employment Coaching for New Job Seekers

Virtual

If you are starting out on your search for a job or have been looking for some time and it’s all a bit intimidating and confusing for you, this coaching course could be just what you need to demystify the process.

This practical coaching course will cover all aspects of job hunting by building your knowledge weekly, helping you identify action steps and supporting you to work through any worries or issues you face, with the help of a workbook. You will be provided with guidance, training, accountability and inspiration over 8 weeks to help you feel more confident about applying for, interviewing for, securing and keeping a job.

Dates
January 16
January 23
January 30
February 6
February 13
February 20
February 27
March 6

$150

Support Group – Employment for Adults

Virtual

Description
This support group is for Autistic adults (18+) who are post k-12. Through this support group, members can connect with a variety of participants on the topic of employment. Whether you’re currently working, looking for a job or recuperating from burn out, this group is a chance to receive support, share what works for you and learn from each other, on all things related to employment.

$10
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Multi-Session Small Group Employment Coaching for Experienced Workers

Virtual

If you are experienced in your career and are looking for a new job, career, promotion or just ways to make your current job work better for you, this is a coaching course that could be helpful. This practical coaching course will cover all aspects of job hunting/maintaining by building your knowledge weekly, helping you identify action steps and supporting you to work through any worries or issues you face, with the help of a workbook. We’ll cover conflict, difficult conversations and feedback too.

You will be provided with guidance, training, accountability and inspiration over the 8 weeks to help you feel more confident, leaving you with a personalized roadmap for getting what you want in your working life.

$150
Recurring

Multi-Session Small Group Employment Coaching for New Job Seekers

Virtual

If you are starting out on your search for a job or have been looking for some time and it’s all a bit intimidating and confusing for you, this coaching course could be just what you need to demystify the process.

This practical coaching course will cover all aspects of job hunting by building your knowledge weekly, helping you identify action steps and supporting you to work through any worries or issues you face, with the help of a workbook. You will be provided with guidance, training, accountability and inspiration over 8 weeks to help you feel more confident about applying for, interviewing for, securing and keeping a job.

Dates
January 16
January 23
January 30
February 6
February 13
February 20
February 27
March 6

$150

Federal Updates with DD Partners

Virtual

Join Georgia's DD Partners for an important Q&A session!

Attend a special webinar on March 18th at 1:00 PM to get the latest updates on 504 lawsuits, the Department of Education, and Medicaid.

Hear updates on these issues from:

Leslie Lipson, Georgia Coalition for Equity in Education
Dana Lloyd, Georgia Advocacy Office
D’Arcy Robb, Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities
Don't miss this opportunity to learn more from experts and have your questions answered. Registration is required.

Register now and submit your questions at https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/-0eF-CWlTji3nNfDVzP0ow

Coffee with Kyo: Meet Our East Bay Team & Explore ABA Careers

Virtual

Are you a Behavior Therapist or Program Supervisor looking to grow your career in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)? Join Kyo’s EB Team for a casual virtual coffee chat where you can connect with fellow ABA professionals and explore opportunities for career development!

During this relaxed conversation, you’ll:

Learn what a day in the life of a Behavior Therapist and Program Supervisor look like
Gain insight into career growth opportunities within Kyo
Discuss the BCBA journey and how to advance in the field
Learn about mentorship, professional development, and benefits
Bonus Perk: Attend the event, and we’ll send you a voucher for your favorite coffee or snack as a thank-you! ☕?

Support Group – Employment for Adults

This support group is for Autistic adults (18+) who are post k-12. Through this support group, members can connect with a variety of participants on the topic of employment. Whether you’re currently working, looking for a job or recuperating from burn out, this group is a chance to receive support, share what works for you and learn from each other, on all things related to employment.

$10

Introduction to customized employment for young adults

Is customized employment an option for your young adult? Join us to hear from Margie Webb, MS, CRC, a customized employment specialist for Minnesota’s Vocational Rehabilitation Services, about flexible employment options for young adults with disabilities. She will explore how customized employment can meet both the needs of employers and the strengths, needs, and interests of the job seeker.

Free

Work Together NC’s Employment Toolkit!

New resource alert! Work Together NC's Employment Toolkit helps individuals with IDD and their support teams explore job options, get ready for work, and find inclusive employment opportunities in North Carolina. Project coordinator Jacklyn Boheler will share how to use the Toolkit to assist individuals in achieving their goals.

Free

Rise Up, Speak Out Workshop; Uniting for Change

This workshop is developed by self-advocates who teach and welcome self-advocates from all over Georgia. The hope of Uniting for Change is that this is an opportunity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to learn, connect with one another and become more comfortable using your voices as advocates, letting people know your hopes and dreams and how you need to be supported.

Register for the workshop.

Employment for Adults

This support group is for Autistic adults (18+) who are post k-12. Through this support group, members can connect with a variety of participants on the topic of employment. Whether you’re currently working, looking for a job or recuperating from burn out, this group is a chance to receive support, share what works for you and learn from each other, on all things related to employment.

$10

Building College Pathways to Employment: A Panel on Collaboration between Vocational Rehabilitation Agencies and Inclusive Postsecondary Education Programs

This webinar will provide an overview of the current national landscape of inclusive postsecondary education (IPSE) programs, including key features and insights from federally funded model demonstration projects. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of the role of vocational rehabilitation (VR) services in supporting students enrolled in IPSE programs. The session will also highlight relevant federal legislation and guidance to inform the integration of IPSE within the broader scope of VR services.

Free

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