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1.) What is your name and job title? ERNIE
2.)  Where do you work? WORK FROM HOME
3.) Why are you here?  BERT RECOMMENDED IT
4.) Upload a photo of yourself

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Click the pink plus sign in the lower right corner. Fill in your answers to the questions. to Upload a photo from your computer, select the first green icon, that says "upload" then browse your computer for the file.

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1. My name is Kayla Purdy and I am a Vocational Supervisor.
2. I work at STRiVE in Grand Junction, Colorado.
3. I want to help our individuals reach their employment goals.

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1. My name is Alicja Cholewinska but I go by Alicja(or Alice). I am an employment specialist.
2.  I work for Cares of Washington in Seattle, Washington.
3. I am here as I love working with people. My last job was working with students with disabilities in the school setting. It is wonderful to see what life has for them post school/transition programs.

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1.) My name is Ben Geisen and I am currently an Employment consultant.
2.) I work for Vadis in King County Washington.
3.) I am here to better prepare myself to serve my clients and help them reach independence.

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1. My name is Stephani Day and I am an Employment Coordinator.
2. I work for Trellis, Inc. in the Portland metro area in Oregon.
3. I am here to learn and prepare myself to be successful in delivering the various services that I will be offering for individuals to gain meaningful employment.

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1. My name is Stephanie Braund and I am a Supported Employment Program Assistant.
2. I work at Community Living Brant in Ontario, Canada.
3. I am here as a training opportunity through my work to learn new skills and approaches for supporting individuals in my community to find employment.

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1. My name is Marsha and I'm the Program Social Service Specialist (I do the billing). 2. I work in Thurston County (Olympia). 3. I'm here because my boss said I should do it :) And I'm somewhat newer to the field so it should be good info.  4. I don't have a photo of myself, definitely not on my work computer.

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1. My name is Marsha and I'm the Program Social Service Specialist (I do the billing). 2. I work in Thurston County (Olympia). 3. I'm here because my boss said I should do it :) And I'm somewhat newer to the field so it should be good info.  4. I don't have a photo of myself, definitely not on my work computer.

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1.My name is Alex Fossum and I am a Job Coach.                        2. I work for UCP Oregon in Portland.            3. I want to help our clients obtain meaningful employment.

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My name is Peter I work with Imagine, Colorado as an employment specialist , I like to support clients gain independence through our employment department.

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My name is Taylor Buttrey - Director of Development at The Opportunity Tree in Arizona.  We are based in Pinal and Maricopa Counties.

I'm here to learn more about the world of CIE and to serve as a better ambassador and communicator of the benefits of CIE to employers and potential Members.

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My name is Vanessa Crain. I am the Supported Employment Supervisor at a Community Centered Board in Western Colorado. I have a passion to serve individuals with I/DD obtain Competitive Integrated Employment. I am always excited to hear new ideas about how other providers are supporting their people!

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My name is Angie and I am a job coach with Community Options in southwestern Colorado. I'm here to get more knowledge and to be the best at my job as possible

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My name is Angie and I am a job coach with Community Options in southwestern Colorado. I'm here to get more knowledge and to be the best at my job as possible

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Hello, my name is Chris Pickering and I work for Foothills Gateway in Fort Collins, CO. I am here to learn good strategies for helping people reach their employment goals and enjoy the dignity of work.

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1. My name is Emily Ames and I use they/them pronouns.
2. I work at L'Arche Tahoma Hope in Tacoma, WA. I am the Outreach Coordinator.
3. I am here to understand more of the inner workings of how supported employment works as our organization is expanding and changing our support services to provide more individualized and personalized supports.

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1) Tom Brown, I'm a supervisor at Colorado Bluesky
2) Working from the Bluesky Adult Supported Services building
3) I've been working with individuals with disabilities for 10 years now.   I always look for new ways to support our individuals.

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1. My name is Rachel Davies and I am an Employment Specialist. I use she/her pronouns.
2. I work for Trellis, Inc. in the Portland, Oregon, metro area.
3. I am here to build my skills and better support people searching for meaningful employment.

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1. My name is Amy Bellinson and I am a Career Consultant.
2. I work for Foothills Gateway in Fort Collins, CO.
3. I want to gain more knowledge and confidence in finding meaningful employment for the individuals that I work with.

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My name is Debra Gonzalez and I am a Job Coach for Community Options inc . Aspen Crest building in Cedaredge. I was a DSP for 5 months and wnted to try something different . I love helping people and these guys are incredible to work with. They definately give me my insperation and energy to do what i can to help them help themselves!!

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1) Ross Radke, Vocational Services Coordinator
2) Home Life Inc. Corvallis, OR
3) Started working as a Job Coach at the start of the pandemic and recently promoted to admin role. Catching up on learning about the field to better serve the individuals we support!

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1. delmar seufert
2. I'm am J.C.
3. here to become better at coaching.

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Hello my Name is Angel Aguero and I am a DSP 1 for Day Program services. 

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Hello my Name is Angel Aguero and I am a DSP 1 for Day Program services. 

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I work for PDI (Pueblo Diversified Industries) In Pueblo, Co.

I am here to be the support and voice for the people we serve and Im hoping to go further in my carreer and strive to be the best I can be for those we serve and for myself.

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1. My name is Hollis Vanderlinden (they/them pronouns) and I am the Greenhouse Manager at Mountain Valley Developmental Services.
2. I work in Glenwood Springs, Colorado.
3. I am here to improve my ability to support the individuals that work here in the greenhouse to increase their vocational skills that they will be able to apply in a community-based job.

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My name is La' Niece Milam. I work with Thurston county public health as the Quality Assurance/Community Program Manager

Public Health & Social Services – Developmental Disabilities. I am here to learn and grow in my field.

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Hi I’m Karrie
I work as a job coach at Tierra village in Leavenworth Wa .
I’ve been doing this type of work for years .
Living my best life helping other achieve their goals and dreams !

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Hello,
My name is Matt Fox I work with Continuum of Colorado as an Employment Consultant. I've been in the field for 20 years. I am interested in the Discovery portion of the training.

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My name is Trina Anders I work for Goldman & Associates Inc.

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My name is Trina Anders I work for Goldman & Associates Inc.

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I want to learn more to be able to help my clients find employment.
I am getting a new computer this one will not let me get into the camera.

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1) My name is Paula Weslager
2) I am a Supported Employment Specialist with Integrating Supports Colorado
3) I am BRAND new to this field and I am here because I am passionate about equality, and I want to learn absolutely everything I can so I can support our individuals the very best I can. What a gift it is to be here.

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1.) Cassandra Weeden LMHC
2.)  UW Medicine
3.) Learning more about supported employment!

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Holy cow that's a huge picture! I work in Pueblo Colorado at Colorado Bluesky Enterprises. I have been doing Job Development off and on since 2012.  Finding employment for others has been one of the most rewarding parts of my job over the years. I am a Program Supervisor and wear a lot of hats at work.

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I work for Mountain Valley development disability
I am here to help with work abilities and I love to care.

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-  My name is Chelsea King, I am an Employment Specialist for Goldman & Associates in Vancouver, WA.
-  I am here to learn how I can support my clients in being as successful as possible with their employment goals.  I am looking forward to learning not only from the instructors of this course but others in this field.

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Hello My name is Trung Banh
And I work for Cares of Washington in Seattle Washington
and I am here to be the best employment specialist I can be and take all the information I can to make this world a better place

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1. My name is Cassie Jones and I'm a Direct Support Professional.
2. I work at Witco in Ontario, Oregon.
3. I'm here for more training and more skills to help the individuals I work with in Employment Path and Day supported activities.

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Hello, my name is Krysten Contreras! I am a Support Coordinator for the Employment Department at Witco Inc in Ontario, Oregon. I am here to expand my knowledge to better serve the wonderful individuals I work with!

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I am a huge Colorado Mesa University football fan

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I am the senior vice president for STRiVE in Grand Junction Colorado. We are working to develop a more robust community integrated employment process.

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My name is Keith Totten.  I am the career consultant for Keystone Employment Services located in Tacoma, Washington.  After forty-eight years as an educator for youth, I decided to make a change.  I have an autistic grandson and believe all people deserve the right to achieve their potential.

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My name is Keith Totten.  I am the career consultant for Keystone Employment Services located in Tacoma, Washington.  After forty-eight years as an educator for youth, I decided to make a change.  I have an autistic grandson and believe all people deserve the right to achieve their potential.

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Hello to everybody!  My name is  Mike Merritt and I am the Supervisor for Supported Employment at Community Living Brant in Brantford, Ontario, Canada.

I am new to the position(about 1 month,) but certainly recognize the importance of what we do and I have a great team that fully immerses themselves in their work every day!

I am here to learn from you and with you and know that this will be a great growing experience.

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1. My name is Kyle Sparrow and I am a Program Specialist.
2. I work for Witco, Inc. in Boise, ID.
3. I have been working in this industry for almost eight years. I am hoping to learn more best practices to help me continue providing a high level of support to individuals I work with.

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My name is Connie McRoberts and I am the Program Specialist for Witco in Ontario, Oregon. I am here to continue gathering information to put in my "tool-box" in order to better support those I serve.

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My name is Connie McRoberts and I am the Program Specialist for Witco in Ontario, Oregon. I am here to continue gathering information to put in my "tool-box" in order to better support those I serve.

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I'm so happy to be meeting all of you. I've been working in the field of equitable employment for 23 years, and I'm excited about creativity and possibility. I live in beautiful Spokane, WA, and have had the opportunity to work in a variety of states with systems and employment specialists to push forward and elevate the work we collectively do.

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Hello!

1. My name is Meggie Black. I use they/them pronouns.

2. I am a JV AmeriCorps member working at L’Arche Tahoma Hope where I serve as Outreach Associate.

3. I am in this course to learn more about employment services and what supporting folks in their goals with a person-centered approach looks like.

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Hello all! I'm so pleased to see all of your lovely intros and photos. What joy and talent.
I'm Emily Harris, a Senior Program Manager with Wise out of Portland,OR. I have had the opportunity to be connected to the work of equitable employment for people with Disabilities in various capacities for the past 14+ years professionally.
I'm here because I truly believe all people can work and work is a pillar to community and access (for everyone/ anyone)....

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1. My name is Amy Scott, Career Consultant.
2. I work at Foothills Gateway in Fort Collins, Colorado.
3. I am here because I love my job. I always want to learn more about the field of supported employment so I can help individuals find dream jobs of their own.

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1. My name is Kinsey Wood.
2. I work in Avondale, AZ, for The Opportunity Tree.
3. I am here to how to better support our members as far as integrated employment services go.

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1. My name is Alex Fossum and I work for UCP Oregon in Portland as a Job Coach.
2. I am here to more thoroughly understand what it means to effectively serve clients and help them reach their fullest potential.

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Hi all!
My name is Kaya Morris and I am a Youth Services Coordinator at The Opportunity Tree.
I am here to learn tools to become a more effective advocate for our youth members as they embark on the wonderful world of meaningful employment!

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1.) My name is Laycee Kibbey and I am a Skills Trainer 2
2.) I work for Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette; Salem OR.
3.) I am here to gain more knowledge and build more skill sets to better support our clients!

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My name is Katelynn Urban, I work at Sunrise Services. I am here to gain some valuable knowledge, tools, and to network and meet like minded people.

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1) My name is Shelby Holzworth 2) I work out of Caldwell ID, as a program specialist. 3) I am here to better gain my knowledge, help grow my clients and help them work towards workplace independence.

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1.  My name is Dee Cummings
2.  I am the owner/Clinical Director of Pathways to Parenting.  We work primarily with chemically dependent pregnant/parenting mothers through a contract with the U WA PCAP program and partner with our school district working with pregnant/parenting youth as they work on their GED or high school diploma. We are located in Wenatchee WA
3.  I am always wanting to learn.  Many of our clients struggle with mental health issues or developental delays. Information is power

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Hello Everyone, my name is Rick Boynton. I'm the Supported Employment Services Manager at The Opportunity Tree in Phoenix/Case Grande, Arizona. Years ago, I work at another agency as the Community Based Program Manager, helping members find work and provide job coaching. I'm excited to be back working in this field again. I'm always looking for tools to help myself and the people we serve find meaningful employment. This course is going to be a valuable tool in this journey.

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My name is Michael Middlebrooks and I work for The Opportunity Tree in Phoenix Arizona. Im the Employment/DTA Service Coordinator and Im here to learn more about employment so I can help our members with career goals.

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1. My name is Marissa Clemons and I am an Employment Specialist.
2. I work for the Arc of Spokane, but most of my time is spent working from home or in the community.
3. I am here to gain knowledge from this course to provide high quality services to my clients as well as support.

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My name is Seville, and my pronouns are He/Him
I work for Vadis out of Kitsap County
I have always wanted the opportunity to be a Employment Consultant
I am grateful for this, and feel blessed
Thank you in advance to our teachers, I truly appreciate you all
I am looking forward to learning more, and how I can become a better Employment Consultant, and overall better human being

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My name is Ozzie Cervantes Program Manager Youth Services with The Opportunity Tree. I am here to gain knowledge and learns tools to effectively help our members served.

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My name is JessiAnn. I work for Sherwood Community Services. I work in Skagit and Island counties in Washington State. I am a new EC and brand new to the field. I’m trying to learn as much as I can and make the most positive difference I can!

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Hello. My name is Michael Koplin and I am a Career Consultant with Morningside in Olympia. I am new to the company, but have been in Supported Employment for almost 3 years now. I have had many jobs in the past. I am glad that I have finally found my career. I have worked in Mental Health for over 5 years now and held multiple positions. Moving into supported employment and recognizing that I had a passion for assisting people with DD, MI or SUD has been an absolute blessing and the best thing that has happened to me (outside of my 3 amazing kids).

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My name is Julia Torres I'm a staff supervisor for The Opportunity Tree I run the CBE/GSE program. I've been in this field about 8 years now. I'm here to learn how to become a better employment consultant and help my guys reach their full potential.

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HI my name is Darlene Currier. I work at PDI in Pueblo, CO. I am here taking this course because I am changing my job from a DSPI to Pre-Vocational.

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HI my name is Darlene Currier. I work at PDI in Pueblo, CO. I am here taking this course because I am changing my job from a DSPI to Pre-Vocational.

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Hi, my name is Sheri Urvina and I work for Cares of WA - King County.
I have worked for Cares since January. My official title is Employment Specialist. I do job coaching as well as job developing. It's one of the most rewarding jobs I've ever had.

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Exceptional Foresters Inc.
Shelton Washington
Employment Consultant

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Hello all! My name is Raylah Pillar and I am the Program Manager of Employment & DTA Services at The Opportunity Tree. I look forward to learning more about CIE and how I can better support the folks that I work with!

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Hi, my names Isaiah Duran and I currently work for a Nonprofit in Port Townsend as an Employment Specialist / Job coach for disabled people in the community. I'm here to better support my team and clients, by becoming more knowledgeable in critical support techniques.