Lunchtime Learning: The Benefits of Disability-Inclusive Employment
Date and Time
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
4th Thursdays of the month: 12pm to 1pm
Location
This event will be held virtually over Microsoft Teams. Attendees will receive a link upon registration.
Fees/Admission
This event is free of charge. Registration is required.
Website
Contact Information
Gregory Schroeder,
Employment First/LEAP Coordinator for DSC,
(217) 356-9176
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Description
Presented by DSC and Community Choices, LEAP (Leaders in Employing All People) is a free, one-hour presentation for business leadership, hiring managers, and anyone else interested in learning about inclusive employment and the disability community. The training is split into three sections:
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General education, including disability rights history, definitions, and etiquette;
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Economic benefits for companies who employ individuals with disabilities; and
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Free employment services that DSC and Community Choices specialists provide, such as site consultation, working with the business to identify and meet their needs, and help with accommodations
The one-hour window includes time for questions at the end and discussion throughout. Attending companies will be promoted on the social media channels of both organizations following the session, and ongoing support is offered to employers looking to create a more inclusive workplace.
Register here for the event
***Feel free to bring your lunch***
Note: If you are unable to attend this time but are interested in the training, please contact the event coordinator to schedule a private session that works for your calendar. We offer virtual and in-person options. In addition, a frontline staff training is also available upon request for your employees.