Think College Webinar: Collaborating with Employers: Strategies and Tips for Supporting Students with Intellectual Disabilities on the Job

This Webinar Ended. Collaborating with Employers: Strategies and Tips for Supporting Students with Intellectual Disabilities on the Job

Presented by Jaclyn Camden, Faculty/Director, ACE-IT, Virginia Commonwealth University

Access to paid employment while in college for students with ID is critical to preparing students to enter careers upon graduation. Inclusive college program staff plays a vital role in students obtaining paid jobs during college. While assisting students to get a job is one of the first steps to a successful employment experience, it is not the last. Support doesn’t stop once the student gets a job. The next step is to effectively support students on the job site. This includes supporting employers, which may require staff to learn new skills. This webinar will share essential components, strategies, and tips for working with employers. Our presenter, Jaclyn Camden, will share resources and examples of how to work in collaboration with employers to support your students.