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Attendees will learn how to develop an employer-focused approach to negotiating customized job descriptions on behalf of individuals with disabilities. Participants seeking certification are expected to commit approximately 40 hours of fieldwork with/on behalf of a learning partner under the guidance of Marc Gold & Associates (MGA) over the course of 4 months. This is the prerequisite training to complete certification through MG&A.
*Certification in Discovery is a prerequisite for seeking certification in Job Development.
When:
Daily, Online Zoom Meeting
October 3, 2022 – October 5, 2022
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: This training will be done completely online. Registrants must have a computer or laptop with a webcam. The training will use Zoom to host the conference. Registrants will not be able to join by phone.
Who Is This For: Parents and Families, Job Coaches and Job Developers, Supports Coordinators, School Personnel involved in Student Planning, OVR Counselors, and Transition Coordinators
Please review the flyer for registration information and course system requirements. For questions, please email Jen Hipps.
All Train-the-Trainer Face-to-Face classes will continue to be virtual through December 31, 2022. Classes for New Trainers and Recertifying Trainers will be held separately. View the announcement for the class schedule and further details.
Message from PA Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC):
PADDC is seeking nominations for Council members who are:
The PA Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) empowers individuals with developmental disabilities and their families to help shape policies that impact them. We have reopened our application process and are looking for people from diverse backgrounds to apply. Pennsylvania is a state with great diversity in race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, military/veteran status, disability, location, and lived experience, and we desire a council that reflects that diversity. We believe that our differences make us stronger, and we encourage people from different backgrounds who believe they have something to contribute to the council to apply.
You can nominate yourself, a family member or friend, or a leader in the community who is willing to serve. Please see our website with frequently asked questions (FAQ) to learn more about what it means to be a Council member and how the Council works. Nomination forms are also available.
ODP Announcement 22-104 is to inform all interested parties that Trainers are now able to administer new classes and students are able to register in the new Medication Administration platform. This announcement contains instructions for requesting a student class, viewing the gradebook, the structure of the student courses, marking manual grades, and accessing the Acknowledgement of Qualification.
A link to the recording and PDF for the Medication Administration Student Course Overview for Trainers webinar, which was held on September 8, 2022, from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm, is included.
The new Medication Administration platform is now available here.
The PA Family Network will be hosting a series of workshops focused on different topics and audiences over the next several weeks. A list of the workshops is below. Visit the workshop title to learn more and register.
Sibling Good Life Group
September 19 at 6:30 pm
This group of adult siblings will have the opportunity to guide the group’s direction and teach how to network with other siblings, talk about your lived experience, hear from experts on topics relevant to sibling life, have open and informative discussions, and plan for a future that holds true potential for you and your family. Anyone thought of like a sibling or in a sibling-like role is welcome!
Peace of Mind
September 20 at 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
September 21 at 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join the PA Family Network in this interactive workshop to network and meet other adult siblings. Get information and strategies on handling Long-Term Planning, and identify services/supports so you and your loved one can live a good life
Healthy Relationships and Sexuality (L.E.A.D.)
September 26 at 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Learn practical strategies and skills that encourage healthy relationships and sexuality while mitigating risk. Discuss boundaries, relationships, risks, and self-advocacy skills. Learn 4 steps to healthier relationships.
Using LC to Plan and Problem Solve
October 3 at 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Identify service/supports so your loved one can live an Everyday Life. You will learn to use the LifeCourse framework and tools to plan for your Individualized Support Plan (ISP) and Individualized Education Plan (IEP).