1. Welcome to Southeast TACE Webinar Real Time Captioning Helpful Tips Captioning is available through the webinar system - Select the “CC” button on the top of your screen to turn-on captioning Captioning will begin 10 minutes prior to webinar start Put captioning & webinar windows side by side Southeast TACE, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © 2011 All Rights Reserved Start Time: 2:00 pm (Eastern) / 1:00 pm (Central) Sound Check: Periodically you should hear a moderator speak. Check and adjust your volume as needed before the webinar. **You may listen to the audio through your computer speakers or call the phone conference bridge number below. Questions or Help? Type them in the text chat area. Getting the Most out of Summer Transition Activities Part V: Work Experience Webinar Strand Febraury 10, 2011 Phone Conference Bridge Toll Call: 1-866-328-3812 [voice] Helpful Tips Use the Phone Bridge if unable to hear sound Dial in 5 - 10 min. before webinar Mute your phone line so other’s will not hear participants’ incidental noises

2. Getting the Most out of Summer Transition Activities Part V: Work Experience Webinar Strand Kim Brown University of MT Rural Institute on Disabilities February 10, 2011

3. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 3 Transition Webinar Strand: Work Experiences for Youth Role of Work Experiences in Guiding Careers Archive available Understanding the Types of Work Experiences Archive available Selecting the "Right" Work Experiences with Youth Archive available Using Discovery vs Evaluation to Learn from Work Experiences Archive available Getting the Most out of Summer Transition Activities February 10

4. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 4 Summertime Transition Preparation Makes Sense! Less time pressure and fewer scheduling conflicts than during school year More jobs and work experiences are available Chance to test out AT in community, work settings Opportunity to connect with local resources Helps prevent skill regression And best of all… Young adults can have FUN while preparing for the future!

5. But wait! Isn’t summer all about relaxing and hanging out with friends?

6. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 6 Typical summer days for teens without disabilities… Household chores (including housework, gardening, caring for younger siblings, meal preparation, etc.) Jobs (newspaper routes, washing cars, waiting tables, pumping gas, etc.) Hanging out with friends (swimming, dating, going to carnivals and fairs, etc.) Relaxing (reading, doing a hobby, learning something new, etc.) Dreaming about the future and taking steps to get there (e.g., visiting colleges and filling out applications, volunteering for a charity, etc.)

7. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 7 Young people with disabilities need these same opportunities.

8. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 8 Working toward having full days in the summer… Will prepare young adults to have a full life after high school.

9. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 9 Research Shows Meaningful work experiences while in school increase the chances of post-school success Work experiences offer the chance to gain skills, make connections, get engaged in the community, learn what support strategies work, and make better-informed choices about the future Youth with severe disabilities often aren’t being provided access to meaningful work experiences while in school (Johnson, Stodden, Emanuel, Luecking, & Mack, 2002; Rusch & Braddock, 2004; Carter, Ditchman, Sun, Trainor, Swedeen, & Owens, 2010 )

10. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 10 Research Shows… “…youth with severe disabilities who are meaningfully engaged in the summers between the ages of 14 and 22 could gain a combined total of 1 to 2 years of additional opportunities to further develop their employment, self- determination, social, and recreational skills, as well as establish relationships in the community.” (Carter, Ditchman, Sun, Trainor, Swedeen, & Owens, 2010)

11. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 11 We need to start now! Spring work experiences and teacher expectations for summer work are positive predictors of summer employment outcomes…a summer job can be included as part of the transition individualized education program (IEP). (Carter, Ditchman, Sun, Trainor, Swedeen, & Owens, 2010)

12. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 12 Summer Work Has Side Benefits Raises the work-related expectations and goals of youth and their families Raises the expectations of the community and employers Demonstrates the valuable contributions young people with disabilities can make (Carter, Ditchman, Sun, Trainor, Swedeen, & Owens, 2010)

13. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 13 Won’t work take time away from other pursuits? No! Research shows that youth who are employed during the summer actually participate in a greater number of different activities than youth who are not employed. (Carter, Ditchman, Sun, Trainor, Swedeen, & Owens, 2010)

14. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 14 Summer offers the opportunity to discover, clarify and capture: Conditions Interests Preferences Skills Tasks Support Needs

15. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 15 Identifying Student Needs Has student had any work experience?  No, and the school doesn’t offer it. General work experience.  No, and the student is earning a diploma. Matched work experience before college.  Yes, the student has had work experiences through school. Summer job.

16. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 16 Identifying Student Needs Age of student Younger students: exposure to work; try various tasks and environments; learn job-related skills; begin thinking about self-management and self-direction Older students: clarify what they want to do for work; build skills in areas of interest; learn what features of a work environment work and don’t work 18-21-year-olds: paid positions; expand skills and tasks in areas of interest; experience an ongoing job

17. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 17 Local Needs Assessment Do schools offer off-site work experience? If so, what does it look like? If not, how can it be developed? What other resources are available for young adults (16- 24)? Is the local provider inside your agency or in community? What have students been exposed to?

18. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 18 Summer Transition Activities Developing independence skills Testing AT in different settings Summer camps, community recreation Classes, specialty programs (e.g., mobility and transportation training) Volunteering Job shadowing Service learning/internship General, matched or customized work experience Summer job/self-employment

19. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 19 Developing Independence Skills Encourage young adult to set and work to achieve goals (learn to prepare a meal, develop safety strategies, plan outings with friends, build skills through chores…) Promote self-advocacy  Youth locate adult agencies and learn about eligibility requirements  Youth evaluate accessibility of local businesses  Youth register to vote

20. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 20 Testing AT in Different Settings Explore alternative support strategies (written, picture or tech-based checklists; digital watch or cell phone alarms; iPod apps for prompts…) Communication strategies Will AT available at school still be available after school exit? “Does AT work at work?”

21. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 21 Summer Camps, Community Recreation Build self-esteem and skills, clarify interests Establish community connections  Help student get in the door for future jobs  Advertise and patronize a student-owned business  Lend a hand when times get tough Numerous web sites listing different camps (e.g., Federation for Children with Special Needs Summer Camp Guide: http://fcsn.org/summercamps/summerfun2010.pdf) http://fcsn.org/summercamps/summerfun2010.pdf Check local newspapers, Independent Living Centers

22. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 22 Classes, Specialty Programs Local Independent Living Center (peer mentors, life skills workshops, self- advocacy classes...) Mobility training Transportation training Community/Adult Education classes (sign language, photography, computer skills, bookkeeping, etc.)

23. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 23 Volunteering “Outcomes include participation and inclusion in community and school activities, general task performance and general responsibilities and work skills.” (Michael Callahan) Not-for-profit Activity for which others volunteer Tie in with student’s interests Work with volunteer coordinator/supervisor to target specific tasks…develop skills; build in necessary supports Pay attention to conditions, interests, skills, pace, focus, endurance, motivation, interactions

24. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 24 Job Shadowing Short-term observations Various types of job tasks and employment settings Range from one hour – two days (depends on age of student) Students should not perform work tasks while shadowing Target direction for possible jobs to shadow based on student’s interests

25. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 25 Service Learning/Internships Build a résumé for accessing PSE Similar to volunteering Structured, hands-on Often through school connections Internships = formal; paid or unpaid; youth perform assigned work tasks over extended time period

26. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 26 Work Experience - General Specific job duties in school or community without pay Introduces students to types of employment in their community Up to two days per week for up to six weeks; regulated by DOL guidelines Focus on conditions, interests, skills

27. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 27 Chad at his unpaid, general work experience…

28. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 28 Work Experience - Matched Unpaid community work experiences Matched to student’s employment interests Serve to clarify and affirm interests Serve to identify the conditions necessary for success Provide opportunity for specific skill development and exploration Time and duration consistent with DOL guidelines; 2-4 months; 6-8 hrs./wk.

29. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 29 Jim’s unpaid matched work experience… turned into a paid job…

30. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 30 Work Experience - Customized Unpaid work experiences in community Matched in terms of student’s interests Either the conditions for success or the tasks offered to the employer are negotiated Used when additional information is needed prior to paid employment DOL guidelines must be followed

31. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 31 Summer Job/Self-Employment Wage paid directly to youth Youth performs standardized job or customized work assignments Youth who have had work experiences Consider self-employment (babysitting, pet care, lawn care, newspaper route, craft fairs, food carts…be creative!)

32. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 32 Warren ran his own cotton- candy business…

33. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 33 Work Site Analysis (Ellen Condon) What can the student learn in this setting? Skills Tasks Job-related skills Machinery, equipment Academic skills Communication skills What can we learn about the student in this setting? Environment works? Supervision? Tasks work/don’t work Support needs? Effective support strategies Quality of performance Learning style

34. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 34 What Information Are We Gathering From Work Experiences? Skills Task list Connections Successful support strategies

35. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 35 Capturing and Using What Is Learned Summer is the perfect time to conduct and capture Discovery (observation notes, photos, video clips) Describe the student in the experience (no pass or fail documentation; no prediction; no checklist or numerical rating) Provides information for future experiences, additional training, and/or career direction

36. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 36 Information to Gather Set-up of the experience Performance in the routines General attendance for both the work site and each routine Potential connections Other information that may emerge as a result of the experience

37. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 37 Students can document new skills and what helps them work best. I learned some new skills: To call ahead and ask what my job is for that day To take directions To finish a job I start To interact with other volunteers Some of the jobs I did were: Measuring and bagging oats and rice Bagging dog food Folding and labeling the newsletter Stapling applications to bags

38. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 38 Building Partnerships Schools Workforce youth projects (may pay wages for a summer job) (http://www.doleta.gov/youth_services/) Friends, neighbors, family, counselors, case managers… Habilitation aides Adult agencies (CRPs, DD providers) Other???

39. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 39 Partnership Example David worked at his school over the summer. He painted, performed janitorial and maintenance duties, completed yard work, and helped clean out and refurbish a school annex. David, his family, his school, and Workforce partnered to make the job happen.

40. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 40 Innovative Examples

41. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 41 THE NEXT STEP RETREAT… Exploring Life after High School Eagle Ridge Conference Center, Raymond, MS Springtime retreat (April 1-2, 2011)…this will be the third year Students arrive at 12 noon on Friday and depart at 12 noon on Saturday No cost to participants Participation from school system Staffed by VR Transition Counselors and other VR employees

42. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 42 Sponsored by: Ability Works, Inc. a Division of Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services

43. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 43 Who can participate? Who should be referred? High school juniors and seniors who are clients of VR Who can refer a student? Referred by VR Transition Counselors. Is there a selection process? Selection decision is made by VR staff. How many can participate? Maximum number of participants is 50 (35-40 is optimum).

44. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 44 Scope and targeted activities: Career and after-school possibilities, including specific areas of post-secondary educational training and exploring work experiences Team building Achieving personal goals Work preparedness “Real life” activities (managing money, paying bills, etc.) Services available through VR and the community

45. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 45 Why have a retreat? Emphasize employment outcomes Let students know what they’ll need to think about as adults Focus on next steps after high school (work, post-secondary education, etc.) Ultimate focus on employment

46. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 46 Want to start your own retreat? Research similar projects…do your homework Form a committee to plan the event Work with the schools…when will students be the least busy/most likely to participate? Anticipate challenges and deal with them up front

47. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 47 For more information… Contact: Donny Frazier, Program Coordinator Mississippi Dept. of Rehab. Services Post Office Box 1698 Jackson, MS 39215 601-853-5389 Email: Donny.Frazier@mdrs.state.ms.us

48. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 48 Kansas Workforce Partnership SYEP Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) Local Workforce Investment Board III Funded through American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (2009, 2010) Qualified youth ages 16-24 In-school youth: 6-8 weeks Out-of-school youth: longer term (Source: http://www.ncwd-youth.info/print/node/1342)

49. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 49 SYEP Design Help youth find jobs, gain experience Learn work readiness skills Explore in-demand occupations Investigate PSE and training opportunities Incorporation of “green” work experiences Connection to registered apprenticeships 12-month follow-up $7.25/hour for 20-30 hours/week

50. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 50 For more information: http://workforcepartnership.com/ SYEP Johnson County Workforce Center 9221 Quivira Road Overland Park, KS 66215 (913) 577-5933

51. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 51 Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired Summer Work Program Counselors make every effort to place students in regular summer jobs before considering the summer work program Education services and VR staff meet by early spring of each year to talk about candidates for the program, as well as sources for potential employment "Vocational exploration" is the objective Unpaid work experience Student receives a stipend-maintenance allowance (hourly amount set by the Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired) Students must be legally blind and 16 years old by June Limited to eight weeks (after eight weeks it is at the employer's expense)

52. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 52 Iowa Department for the Blind 2010 Youth Transition Summer Programs June 14-16: FUNdamentals: public transportation, grocery shopping, cooking, using Braille… June 23-27: Artful Antics: sculpture, painting, pottery, and landscaping July 19-21: Mission: Possible II: explore science, technology, engineering and math at Iowa State University July 26-28: Dare to Care: a broad look at the importance of community service August 2-4: Action Extravaganza: recreational activities for all fitness levels August 13-15: The Great Outdoors Weekend Retreat: camping and enjoying the great outdoors http://www.blind.state.ia.us/print/492

53. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 53 Comments & Questions

54. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 54 Contact Information Kim Brown University of Montana Rural Institute on Disabilities 700 SW Higgins, Ste 250 Missoula, MT 59803 Email: brown@ruralinstitute.umt.edu

55. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 55 THANK YOU!

56. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 56 TACE Center: Region IV Toll-free: (866) 518-7750 [voice/tty] Fax: (404) 541-9002 Web: TACEsoutheast.org My TACE Portal: TACEsoutheast.org/myportal Email: tacesoutheast@law.syr.edu

57. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 57 Education Credits CRCC Credit - (2.0) Approved by Commission on Rehabilitation Counselor Certification (CRCC) By Friday, February 18, 2011, participants must score 80% or better on a online Post Test and submit an online CRCC Request Form via the MyTACE Portal. CEU Credit - (0.2) Approved by the University College at Syracuse University By Friday, February 18, 2011, participants must submit an online CEU Request Form via the MyTACE Portal. My TACE Portal: TACEsoutheast.org/myportalTACEsoutheast.org/myportal **For CRCC credit, you must reside in the 8 U.S. Southeast states served by the TACE Region IV [AL, FL, GA, KY, MS, NC, SC, TN]. If beyond TACE Region IV, you may apply for CEU credit.

58. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 58 TACE Talks Transition (TTT) Monthly concise information on best practices to transition counselors available for their own pace learning. Sign-up and start your subscription via the Transition Email-List. Transition Email-List http://tacesoutheast.org/network/transition/emai l_list.php

59. TACE Center: Region IV, a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University Funded by RSA Grant # H264A080021. © Marc Gold & Associates Employment for All 59 Disclaimer This presentation was developed by the TACE Center: Region IV ©2011 with funds from the U.S. Department of Education, Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) under the priority of Technical Assistance and Continuing Education Projects (TACE) – Grant #H264A080021. However, the contents of this presentation do not necessarily represent the policy of the RSA and you should not assume endorsement by the Federal Government [34 CFR 75.620 (b)].

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