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SUMMARY:The Art of Stepping Back: Fading Employment Supports with Skill and Intention - Free Event
DESCRIPTION:Competitive Integrated Employment Capacity Building Webinar Series\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION \n\n\n\nWhen fading is done well\, people gain independence\, employers gain confidence\, and job coaching becomes more strategic and sustainable. This 60-minute webinar will help managers and DSPs refresh and strengthen their approach to fading job coach supports by reinforcing the core purpose of the job coach role and how to clearly communicate that role to employers\, individuals\, and guardians to prevent assumptions coaching will always be\, and always need to be\, present most of the time. Participants will revisit key strategies in Systematic Instruction that promote independence and support effective fading\, explore ways enabling technology can reduce reliance on paid staff\, and review practical tools and resources that help staff plan\, implement\, and document fading. This session will equip Supported Employment teams with actionable strategies to promote independence\, align expectations\, and ensure high-quality Supported Employment. \n\n\n\nDuring this 60-minute webinar\, participants will: \n\n\n\nLearn about additional tools and strategies that reduce reliance on paid staff. \n\n\n\nRevisit the purpose of job coaching and how to set expectations for fading supports with participants\, families\, and employers. \n\n\n\nExplore key Systematic Instruction strategies that promote independence. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\nDuration: 1 hour \n\n\n\nPresenters: Shannon Webb and Dr. Lisa A. Mills \n\n\n\n​This virtual training will be conducted through zoom \n\n\n\nThis 60 minute session will be recorded\, there will be an unrecorded 15-30 minute Q&A after the presentation. \n\n\n\nPlease ensure you have working laptop\, camera\, and headphones to access the Zoom meeting.
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/the-art-of-stepping-back-fading-employment-supports-with-skill-and-intention-free-event/
CATEGORIES:General Education,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Safety Included - Hazard Communications - Free Event
DESCRIPTION:Stronger safety starts with smarter training. Learn how to protect your workforce with tools designed for all employees\, including neurodivergent workers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION \n\n\n\nHazard Communication: Your Right to Know \n\n\n\nHazards are everywhere—but do you know how to recognize them before they cause harm? This engaging\, neurodiverse-friendly safety training focuses on clear hazard communication and awareness of the Michigan Right-to-Know Law. \n\n\n\nThe MIOSHA Hazard Communication Standard is designed to ensure that employees understand the chemical hazards they may encounter in the workplace and know how to protect themselves. This training provides an overview of how hazardous chemicals are labeled and communicated through Safety Data Sheets. Participants will learn rights under MIOSHA\, employer responsibilities\, and the importance of recognizing labels\, pictograms\, and warnings. \n\n\n\nDesigned with inclusive learning in mind\, this training supports a safer\, healthier workplace by promoting awareness\, compliance\, and informed decision-making when working with or around hazardous substances. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\nDuration: 1 hour \n\n\n\nPresenters: Todd Culver and Katie Kinde \n\n\n\n​This is a virtual training. \n\n\n\nPlease ensure you have working laptop\, camera\, and headphones to access the Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis material was prepared under a Consultation Education and Training (CET) Grant\, awarded by the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). ​ \n\n\n\nMIOSHA is a part of the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO). ​ \n\n\n\nPoints of view or opinions stated in this document do not necessarily reflect the view or policies of LEO.
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/safety-included-hazard-communications-free-event/
CATEGORIES:General Education,Safety Training,Virtual
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SUMMARY:CARF 2026
DESCRIPTION:Unlock accreditation success!\n\n\n\nPrepare your organization for CARF accreditation in this engaging session. Gain insights into the survey process\, explore ASPIRE to Excellence® framework\, and learn best practices for standards implementation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION \n\n\n\nThis intensive and dynamic workshop gives participants “hands-on” practice\, guided by the trainer\, in developing plans and procedures necessary to demonstrate conformance to standards that have been identified as most challenging by the field. Changes in the 2026 Employment and Community Services (ECS) Standards Manual will be highlighted. \n\n\n\nSession topics include: \n\n\n\n\nAn overview of the accreditation process\, including an examination of the value of accreditation for organizations\, consumers\, and the public. \n\n\n\nAn overview of CARF standards\, including the ASPIRE to Excellence® quality framework\, which is designed to provide a logical and action-oriented approach to continuous quality improvement.\n\n\n\nExamples of conformance to the CARF standards\, including discussion of the most commonly missed standards.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis event will be held at the Incompass Michigan Building in Lansing: 335 Seymour Ave\, Lansing\, MI 48933\, USA \n\n\n\nApril 1: 9:00 am-4:00pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPRICE \n\n\n\n$330 non-members | $260 members \n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration deadline March 27\, 2026. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPRESENTER \n\n\n\nThis session will be facilitated by Chasity Chamberlin\, Managing Director of the Employment and Community Services and Vision Rehabilitation Services accreditation areas. \n\n\n\nShe has 20 years of experience working in the rehabilitation field. Before joining CARF International full-time in 2022\, Chasity served as a surveyor for 7 years. She has experience managing CARF accredited organizations with a focus on community and employment services for adults and children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTO TAKE THIS TRAINING\, ATTENDEES NEED \n\n\n\nIt is recommended that you have a 2026 ECS standards manual for this training. If you need a 2026 standards manual\, you may purchase one HERE. \n\n\n\nPrinted materials will also be provided during the event.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou will be emailed reminders and more information after registration. Contact kkinde@incompassmi.org with questions.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHaving issues? Read our Event Policies and FAQ \n\n\n\n“No-Shows” will not be eligible for a refund. No refunds will be given after March 15.  \n\n\n\nSubstitutions are accepted.  \n\n\n\nIf you register\, and are unable to attend\, please contact Katie Kinde kkinde@incompassmi.org at least one week before the event.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIncompass Michigan is committed to event accessibility. \n\n\n\nPlease note accommodation requests on your registration by 03/15/26 as advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs or contact Katie Kinde\, kkinde@incompassmi.org with any questions. 
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/carf-2025-2/
CATEGORIES:General Education,In-Person
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SUMMARY:ACRE Online Workshop Employment Services with an Emphasis on Customized Employment 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is created for those who assist persons with disabilities in obtaining customized employment\, such as job coaches or vocational rehabilitation specialists.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION \n\n\n\nThis is one of two types of workshops offered in the ACRE Employment Services with an Emphasis on Customized Employment Series. \n\n\n\nAttendee will learn about a wide variety of evidence-based strategies that can be used to ensure trainees strengths and goals are considered when providing employment. \n\n\n\nACRE workshop is required to take the certificate program beginning on July 16. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTUITION \n\n\n\nOnline Workshop: $199 non-members | $149 members \n\n\n\nOnline Workshop and Online Certificate: $399 non-members | $349 members \n\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/acre-online-workshop-employment-services-with-an-emphasis-on-customized-employment-2026/
CATEGORIES:General Education,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Safety Included - Slips\, Trips\, and Falls - Free Event
DESCRIPTION:Stronger safety starts with smarter training. Learn how to protect your workforce with tools designed for all employees\, including neurodivergent workers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION \n\n\n\nStay on Your Feet: Preventing Slips\, Trips\, and Falls \n\n\n\nDid you know that slips\, trips\, and falls are among the most common workplace accidents—and the most preventable? This engaging safety webinar takes a closer look at the real risks hiding in plain sight\, from wet floors to tangled cords. Packed with practical tips\, surprising statistics\, and real-world scenarios\, this training shows how small actions can make a big difference. Sign up now and discover how to protect yourself and your coworkers from a misstep that could cost more than just your balance! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\nDuration: 1 hour \n\n\n\nPresenters: Todd Culver and Katie Kinde \n\n\n\n​This is a virtual training. \n\n\n\nPlease ensure you have working laptop\, camera\, and headphones to access the Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis material was prepared under a Consultation Education and Training (CET) Grant\, awarded by the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). ​ \n\n\n\nMIOSHA is a part of the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO). ​ \n\n\n\nPoints of view or opinions stated in this document do not necessarily reflect the view or policies of LEO.
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/safety-included-slips-trips-and-falls-free-event/
CATEGORIES:General Education,Safety Training,Virtual
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SUMMARY:Safety Included - Ergonomics - Free Event
DESCRIPTION:Stronger safety starts with smarter training. Learn how to protect your workforce with tools designed for all employees\, including neurodivergent workers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION \n\n\n\nWork Smarter\, Not Sore: Neurodiverse-Friendly Ergonomics & Injury Prevention \n\n\n\nAches\, strains\, and fatigue don’t have to be part of the job. This interactive\, neurodiverse-friendly webinar shows how simple ergonomic improvements can prevent injuries\, reduce discomfort\, and support long-term health at work. \n\n\n\nLearn how to recognize risk factors\, improve posture\, adjust workspaces\, and use safe body mechanics to protect against repetitive strain injuries. Designed with inclusive learning in mind\, this training uses clear language\, visuals\, and practical demonstrations to make ergonomics easy to understand and apply for every employee. \n\n\n\nSmall changes make a big difference. Join us and build a safer\, more comfortable workplace for everyone. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\nDuration: 1 hour \n\n\n\nPresenters: Todd Culver and Katie Kinde \n\n\n\n​This is a virtual training. \n\n\n\nPlease ensure you have working laptop\, camera\, and headphones to access the Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis material was prepared under a Consultation Education and Training (CET) Grant\, awarded by the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). ​ \n\n\n\nMIOSHA is a part of the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO). ​ \n\n\n\nPoints of view or opinions stated in this document do not necessarily reflect the view or policies of LEO.
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/safety-included-ergonomics-free-event/
CATEGORIES:General Education,Safety Training,Virtual
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SUMMARY:2026 Incompass Michigan Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Topics:-Artificial Intelligence-Employment Law-Social Enterprise-Inclusive Leadership-Enabling Technology in Service Delivery-Collaboration Pathways-Strategic Financial Planning-State and National Policy / Legislative Updates-AND MORE!\n\n\n\n\n\nSave the date! 2026 Incompass Michigan Leadership Conference\n\n\n\nJune 3-4\, at the Delamar in Traverse City.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\nWednesday 6/3 \n\n\n\n1:00pm Opening1:05pm – 5:15pm Presentations5:30pm – 7:00pm Networking Hour \n\n\n\nThursday 6/4 \n\n\n\n7:00am Breakfast8:30am – 11:30pm Presentations11:30pm – 1:00pm Lunch and Leadership Academy Recognition and Member awards1:00pm – 4:00pm Presentations \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is open!\n\n\n\n\nRegister here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact kkinde@incompassmi.org with any questions. \n\n\n\nCEU’s will be determined closer to the event \n\n\n\n\n\nFor sponsorship opportunities contact bjohnson@incompassmi.org
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/2026-incompass-michigan-leadership-conference-2/
LOCATION:Delamar Traverse City\, 615 E Front Street\, Traverse City\, Michigan\, 48686\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In-Person
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SUMMARY:Safety Included - Safety Committee - Free Event
DESCRIPTION:Stronger safety starts with smarter training. Learn how to protect your workforce with tools designed for all employees\, including neurodivergent workers\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION \n\n\n\nStronger Together: Building a Neurodiverse-Friendly Safety Committee \n\n\n\nGreat safety cultures don’t happen by chance—they’re built by people who speak up\, spot risks\, and work together to protect one another. This interactive\, neurodiverse-friendly webinar shows you how to create and lead an effective safety committee that drives real change in your workplace. \n\n\n\nLearn how to encourage participation\, improve communication\, identify hazards\, and turn employee feedback into action. Designed with inclusive strategies\, clear processes\, and accessible tools\, this training helps ensure every voice is heard—including neurodivergent team members. \n\n\n\nWhen everyone has a seat at the table\, safety gets stronger. Join us and start building a committee that makes a difference. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFREE EVENT \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDetails: \n\n\n\nDuration: 1 hour \n\n\n\nPresenters: Todd Culver and Katie Kinde \n\n\n\n​This is a virtual training. \n\n\n\nPlease ensure you have working laptop\, camera\, and headphones to access the Zoom meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis material was prepared under a Consultation Education and Training (CET) Grant\, awarded by the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). ​ \n\n\n\nMIOSHA is a part of the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO). ​ \n\n\n\nPoints of view or opinions stated in this document do not necessarily reflect the view or policies of LEO.
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/safety-included-safety-committee-free-event/
CATEGORIES:General Education,Safety Training,Virtual
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SUMMARY:ACRE In-Person Workshop Employment Services with an Emphasis on Customized Employment 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is created for those who assist persons with disabilities in obtaining customized employment\, such as job coaches or vocational rehabilitation specialists.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION \n\n\n\nThis is the final offering of the workshop offered in the ACRE Employment Services with an Emphasis on Customized Employment Series. \n\n\n\nAttendee will learn about a wide variety of evidence-based strategies that can be used to ensure trainees strengths and goals are considered when providing employment. \n\n\n\nWorkshop completion is mandatory. Those who complete can attend the certificate program beginning July 16. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTUITION \n\n\n\nIn-person workshop: $249 non-members | $199 members \n\n\n\nIn-person workshop + online Certificate: $450 non-members | $399 members \n\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION COMING SOON
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/acre-in-person-workshop-employment-services-with-an-emphasis-on-customized-employment-2026/
LOCATION:Incompass Michigan Office\, 335 Seymour Ave\, Lansing\, MI\, 48933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,General Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260716T110000
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SUMMARY:ACRE Online Certificate Program Employment Services with an Emphasis on Customized Employment 2026
DESCRIPTION:This course is created for those who assist persons with disabilities in obtaining customized employment\, such as job coaches or vocational rehabilitation specialists.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION \n\n\n\nThis is the follow-up to the workshop offered in the ACRE Employment Services with an Emphasis on Customized Employment Series. \n\n\n\nAttendee will learn about a wide variety of evidence-based strategies that can be used to ensure trainees strengths and goals are considered when providing employment. \n\n\n\nWorkshop completion is mandatory. Those who complete all coursework will receive ACRE Certification. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTUITION \n\n\n\nOnline Workshop and Certificate: $300 non-members | $249 members \n\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION
URL:https://incompassmi.org/event/acre-online-certificate-program-employment-services-with-an-emphasis-on-customized-employment-2025-2/
CATEGORIES:General Education,Virtual
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