Employment Specialist Supplemental: Job Development - Elevating Conversations With Employers

Diving deeper into language and effective communication is essential for building strong relationships with employers. Participants will walk away with a deeper understanding of how language shapes interactions, strategies for crafting compelling messages, and techniques for building rapport in initial meetings. Through interactive discussions and activities, this session will help participants develop the confidence to connect with businesses and create meaningful employment opportunities. Please note that working technology—camera, microphone, speakers, and access to breakout rooms and chat—is required for full participation.

 

Note: This training currently is ONLY open to employees of New Jersey CBVI, DDD, and DVRS, DDD-Medicaid Approved Providers, DVRS approved vendors, and individuals with disabilities and family members.

 

For engagement and active participation in the training, you must use a device with working camera.  It is strongly recommended that you use a computer or a laptop with a strong WiFi connection.  Phones and mobile devices are discouraged due to connectivity issues

 

To meet the training needs of the entire state, there is a limit of participants per agency for this training.

 

Certificates: Certificates of Attendance with training title and duration will be provided.