Employment for All

By Networks for Training and Development, Inc.

The very roots of Networks for Training and Development (Networks) are based on the belief that 'work' is a right and a responsibility for all people. This strong belief has led to the development o... more

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The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.

Employment for All episodes:

February 22, 2021Ep.17 – Ep-17 A Conversation with Art Aston, founder of "Our View"
Ep-17 A Conversation with "Our View" founder, Art Aston
Recording Date: August 25, 2020
Transcript: Transcript available for download here: https://bit.ly/37BLtnZ
Keywords: Our View, Art Aston, disability, disability awareness, disability conversations, courage, resilience, Jake’s Place, inclusive play experiences
Episode summary:
Joe talks with Art Aston, founder of Our View for Life and Executive Director of Build Jake’s Place, who shares the work he is doing to raise awareness around disabilities. Having lived with Spina Bifida, he shares his firsthand experiences and knowledge with others to bring awareness and, as he says, change the conversation. Art takes these conversations into schools to raise awareness among students and provide different perspectives about disability. He also hosts the Our View podcast where he shares the stories of others.
To access the OurView podcast to to www.our-view.com.
To learn more about Build Jake’s Place, or to contribute, go to www.buildjakesplace.org.
Topical Index:
Introductions [00:17]
Who is Art Aston? [01:06]
Our View’s vision [03:57]
Taking the message to schools [07:02]
Best questions asked [10:46]
Continuing during Covid [13:14]
Jake’s Place [16:14]
Our View podcast [23:23]
Closing [29:15]
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December 15, 2020Ep.16 – Ep. 16_Benefits Planning Series Part 4:
_Ep-16__Benefits Planning Series Part 2:
IRWES – Impairment Related Work Expenses
Recording Date: September 17, 2020
Transcript: Transcript available for download here: https://bit.ly/2JXGzcn
Keywords: Disability Rights PA, WIPA, SSI, SSSDI, benefits planning, work incentives, ticket to work, Medicaid, IRWE
Episode summary:
Representatives from Disability Rights PA and WIPA share information about benefits planning counselling and IRWEs – Impairment Related Work Expenses, helping people with disabilities enter the world of work.
Topical Index:
Introductions [00:12]
What Is IRWE? [00:53]
Why are they important? [01:34]
What counts as an IRWE? [02:09]
Keeping Track of my IRWEs [05:09]
Reporting my IRWEs [05:47]
Closing [07:11]
Resources:

WIPPA Phone (1-866-968-7842)
WIPPA TTY Phone (1-866-833-2967)

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December 15, 2020Ep.15 – Benefits Planning Series Part 3 - Medicaid
_Ep-15__Benefits Planning Series Part 2:
Medicaid
Recording Date: September 17, 2020
Transcript: Transcript available for download here: https://bit.ly/3nnzT5E
Keywords: Disability Rights PA, WIPA, SSI, SSSDI, benefits planning, work incentives, ticket to work, Medicaid
Episode summary:
Representatives from Disability Rights PA and WIPA share information about benefits planning counselling and Medicaid, helping people with disabilities enter the world of work.
Topical Index:
Introductions [00:17]
What Is Medicaid [01:10]
Who is Eligible? [01:41]
Who administers Medicaid [03:08]
What is 1619b? [05:02]
Threshold Amounts, IRWEs and more [07:20]
MAWD – Medical Assistance for Workers with Disabilities [08:03]
Closing [14:12]
Resources:
WIPPA Phone (1-866-968-7842)
WIPPA TTY Phone (1-866-833-2967)
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October 15, 2020Ep.14 – Benefits Planning Series Part 2
Understanding You Benefits Series Part 2
The Impact of Work on Social Security Income (SSI)
Recording Date
September 9, 2020
Transcript:
Download transcript here https://bit.ly/315OSYT
Introduction
Join Suzanne Erb and Martine DeLorenzo (Disability Rights PA) for an overview of what to expect when you receive SSI benefits and enter the workforce.
Topical Index
Introduction [00:00]
What Is SSI / What Should I Do if I Start to Work [01:16]
How Much Can I Earn and Still Receive SSI? [03:34]
What Happens to My Medical Benefits? [05:13]
What Should I Do to Prevent Problems with My SSI Benefits? [05:58]
How Do I Report My Earnings? [06:33]
There's An App For That [08:05]
Report Monthly / Inform SSI if You Stop Working [08:15]
Closing [10:20]
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September 04, 2020Ep.13 – Benefits Planning Series Part 1
Episode 13: Benefits Planning Series Part 1
An Interview with Disability Rights PA / WIPA
Recording Date:
September 2, 2020
Transcript:
Transcript available for download here: https://bit.ly/2F3iFsY
Keywords: Disability Rights PA, WIPA, SSI, SSSDI, benefits planning, work incentives, ticket to work
Episode summary: Representatives from Disability Rights PA and WIPA share information for obtaining benefits planning counselling for SSI / SSDI recipients, helping them enter the world of work.
Topical Index:
Introductions [00:02]
What Is WIPA [01:07]
How Can WIPA Help Me [01:52]
WIPA and Students [02:05]
Contact Information for WIPA / WIPA process [05:00]
Resources for the Blind [07:14]
WIPA for all SSI / SSDI recipients [08:03]
Closing [10:22]
Resources:
WIPA Phone (1-866-968-7842)
WIPA TTY Phone (1-866-833-2967)
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June 11, 2020Ep.12 – Pop-Up Employment Forum 5/20/2020
Episode 12: Pop-up Employment Forum – 5-20-20
Western PA Employment Providers - Reports from the Yellow Zones
Recording Date: 5/20/2020
Transcript:
Download available here: https://bit.ly/3cNP565
Keywords: employment forum, employment support, supported employment, Covid-19 employment support resources, employment support during Covid-19
Episode summary: Tune in and hear from Employment Providers from western Pennsylvania as they discuss their experiences working in yellow zones and ways that they are supporting their consumers and employees in this new environment.
Links to Resources:
PhilaOntheJob (www.philaonthejob.org)
Employment Services Through Covid-19 (PDF)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Employment-Services-through-COVID-19.pdf
Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act (PDF)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pandemic-Preparedness-in-the-Workplace-and-the-Americans-with-Disabilities-Act.pdf
Covid-19 and Employment Supports (www.philaonthejob.org)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVID-19-and-Employment-Supports-3.17.20.pdf
PA Unemployment Compensation website
https://www.uc.pa.gov/Pages/covid19.aspx
City of Philadelphia Information and Resources Regarding Covid-19
https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/
CDC info on Covid-19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania website
https://www.pa.gov
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June 11, 2020Ep.11 – Pop-Up Employment Forum 5/13/2020
Episode 11: Pop-up Employment Forum 5-13-2020
Upcoming Reverse Recruitment Event
Recording Date: May 13, 2020
Transcript:
Download available here: https://bit.ly/3fawp1S
Keywords: employment forum, reverse recruitment, reverse job fair, job fair, employment support, supported employment, Covid-19 employment support resources, employment support during Covid-19
Episode summary: In this episode, Allison Smale from Kencrest shares information about an upcoming Reverse Job Recruitment event. Tune in and find out more about the event and ways that you can help job seekers and businesses get matched!
Links to Resources:
PhilaOntheJob (www.philaonthejob.org)
Virtual Reverse Recruitment Event Overview (PDF)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/VIRTUAL-Reverse-Recruitment-Event-Overview-Employment-Forum-5.13.20.pdf
Employment Services Through Covid-19 (PDF)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Employment-Services-through-COVID-19.pdf
Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act (PDF)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pandemic-Preparedness-in-the-Workplace-and-the-Americans-with-Disabilities-Act.pdf
Covid-19 and Employment Supports (www.philaonthejob.org)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVID-19-and-Employment-Supports-3.17.20.pdf
City of Philadelphia Information and Resources Regarding Covid-19
https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/
CDC info on Covid-19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania website
https://www.pa.gov
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51min
June 10, 2020Ep.10 – Pop-up Employment Forum 5-6-2020
Episode 10: Pop-up Employment Forum 5-6-2020
APSE (Association for People Supporting Employment First) Update
Recording Date: May 6, 2020
Episode transcript:
Available for download here: https://bit.ly/37laTEW
Keywords: employment forum, APSE, employment support, supported employment, Covid-19 employment support resources, employment support during Covid-19
Episode summary: In this episode, Erica Belois-Pacer, Professional Development Director at National APSE shares news about the upcoming APSE Conference set to kickoff June 16th and June 17th. Erica also shares information and resources from the APSE website including information regarding upcoming webinars, professional development opportunities and CESP certifications.
Links to Resources:
PhilaOntheJob (www.philaonthejob.org)
APSE (Association of People Supporting Employment First) https://apse.org/
Employment Services Through Covid-19 (PDF)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Employment-Services-through-COVID-19.pdf
Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act (PDF)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pandemic-Preparedness-in-the-Workplace-and-the-Americans-with-Disabilities-Act.pdf
Covid-19 and Employment Supports (www.philaonthejob.org)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVID-19-and-Employment-Supports-3.17.20.pdf
PA Unemployment Compensation website
https://www.uc.pa.gov/Pages/covid19.aspx
City of Philadelphia Information and Resources Regarding Covid-19
https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/
CDC info on Covid-19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania website
https://www.pa.gov
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53min
May 11, 2020Ep.9 – Pop-Up Employment Forum - 4/29/2020
Episode 9: Pop-Up Employment Forum - 4/29/2020
Plans for #MaskUpPA
Recording Date
April 29, 2020
Transcript:
Download available here: https://bit.ly/2Wlo8S4
Keywords: employment forum, unemployment, unemployment insurance, benefits, unemployment and Covid-19, employment support, supported employment, Covid-19 employment support resources, employment support during Covid-19, #MaskUpPA
Episode summary: This Q & A session was provided for Philadelphia Area Supported Employment providers in response to the Covid-19 health crisis. The purpose of this forum was to provide support and guidance to employment providers as they struggle to continue to meet the needs of job-seekers and workers with disabilities during this time.
In this episode, Lisa Svidron (Mainstay Life Services, Western PA), Courtney Harless (Penn-Mar Human Services, Northeastern PA), Tara Mullen and Julia Blackwell (JEVS Human Services – Philadelphia, Southern NJ) share how their organizations are handling the current Covid-19 crisis and what proactive measures they are taking in May in #MaskUpPA.
We hope you find these resources helpful. The forum will be scheduled weekly throughout the business restrictions related to the Corona virus. If you wish to join these calls, click the Join Our Mailing List link below to be notified of upcoming sessions
_Links to Resources: _
PhilaOntheJob (www.philaonthejob.org)
Employment Services Through Covid-19 (PDF)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Employment-Services-through-COVID-19.pdf
Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace and the Americans with Disabilities Act (PDF)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pandemic-Preparedness-in-the-Workplace-and-the-Americans-with-Disabilities-Act.pdf
Covid-19 and Employment Supports (www.philaonthejob.org)
http://www.philaonthejob.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/COVID-19-and-Employment-Supports-3.17.20.pdf
PA Unemployment Compensation website
https://www.uc.pa.gov/Pages/covid19.aspx
City of Philadelphia Information and Resources Regarding Covid-19
https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/
CDC info on Covid-19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania website
https://www.pa.gov
Community Resource Connects: https://communityresourceconnects.org/
The Mighty App https://themighty.com/
#MaskUpPA
https://m.facebook.com/pennsylvaniadepartmentofhealth/photos/a.1446209259023289/2488948451416026/?type=3&source=57&tn=EH-R
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43min
May 11, 2020Ep.8 – Pop-Up Employment Forum - 4/22/2020
Episode 8: Pop-Up Employment Forum - 4/22/2020
_Taking Care of Self and Others Amidst Covid-19 _
Recording Date:
April 22, 2020
Transcript:
Download available here: https://bit.ly/3fFx6Bm
Keywords: employment forum, unemployment, unemployment insurance, benefits, unemployment and Covid-19, employment support, supported employment, Covid-19 employment support resources, employment support during Covid-19, self-care
Episode summary: This Q & A session was provided for Philadelphia Area Supported Employment providers in response to the Covid-19 health crisis. The purpose of this forum was to provide support and guidance to employment providers as they struggle to continue to meet the needs of job-seekers and workers with disabilities during this time.
In this episode, Jessica Stover from Networks for Training and Development shares ways to recognize how stress and anxiety physically manifest in the body and some self-care strategies to use when you’re feeling overwhelmed.
We hope you find these resources helpful. The forum will be scheduled weekly throughout the business restrictions related to the Coronavirus. If you wish to join these calls, click the Join Our Mailing List link below to be notified of upcoming sessions
Links to Resouces:
PhilaOntheJob (www.philaonthejob.org)
Virtual Employment Supports can be found here: http://www.philaonthejob.org/agency-partners/
Networks for Training and Development – Wholistic Practices
http://www.networksfortraining.org/community-and-organization-services/improving-organizational-effectiveness/wholistic-practices/
City of Philadelphia Information and Resources Regarding Covid-19
https://www.phila.gov/programs/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19/
CDC info on Covid-19
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania website
https://www.pa.gov
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43min

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How many episodes does Employment for All have?

The podcast currently has 17 episodes available.