Welcome to Fall 2022 WOA 100 IDP! Introduce yourself here! by https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn Take a moment to share your name, where you work, and why are you here? Upload a photo of yourself. en-us 2022-09-27 16:43:57 UTC 2026-01-21 20:38:56 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/1525321939/f4f99c36dcd9a218c35adc425b22cdba/WISE_Logo_Icon.png Instructions: jaimielaitinen https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2315963255 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]]> 2022-09-27 16:44:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2315963255 How to post on padlet: jaimielaitinen https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2315964637 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. ]]> 2022-09-27 16:45:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2315964637 jaimielaitinen https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2315964974 Hi! I'm Katherine Titus and I work for Wise.
I'm here because I am passionate about equity and elevating the work that happens for people who experience the developmental disability service system.
So happy to be spending a few weeks with all of you, learning together.]]> 2022-09-27 16:45:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2315964974 Hello https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2324608842  My name is Kimberly
I work at Willamette Valley Rehabilitation Center
Here because it was requested. I am the new asst. Executive Director and look forward to learning all I can to aid in helping those who attend here.]]> 2022-10-03 21:48:06 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2324608842 Introduction https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2324642394 Hi all, I am Caity McManis. I work with Project SEARCH at UCHealth. 
I am here because I love working with the disability community. I want to further my experience and knowledge in order to bring more equal access to individuals who want to enter into the workforce feeling empowered. ]]> 2022-10-03 22:33:17 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2324642394 Janet Vaupel/Developmental Disabilities Coordinator for Columbia and Walla Walla Counties https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2324659622 Walla Walla County Department of Community Health

I am here so I can better support my fabulous employment partners in serving supported employment services.]]> 2022-10-03 22:59:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2324659622 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326115043 Hi my name is Nadai Wylie. I am the Site Program Manager for The Opportunity Tree, in AZ. I am here to learn more about how I can best support the members that I work with as they search for gainful employment. ]]> 2022-10-04 16:56:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326115043 Hi, my name is Sarah. I work for Life Works Vocational as an Employment Specialist. I just started a couple weeks ago so I am taking these courses to learn as much as I can to help my clients. https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326358226 2022-10-04 19:16:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326358226 Tiffany Briant https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326445720 Hi! I'm Tiffany Briant and I'm an Employment Specialist at Life Works Vocational in Longview Washington. I'm here to expand my learning to better serve my clients!]]> 2022-10-04 20:25:35 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326445720 Introduction https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326448846 Hi! My name is Racheal Beamis. I work at Spokane County in the Community Services, Housing, and 
Community Development Department Developmental Disabilities Division.  I am the Adult Program Specialist. I have been working in this field for over 13 years in a variety of positions. I have done home care work, Community Inclusion work, and also working in recreation. I have a bachelors degree in Therapeutic Recreation. I absolutely love this field and the clients that I get to see. I enjoy working with clients to have them obtain life quality aspects everyone gets.
]]> 2022-10-04 20:28:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326448846 Grady Hutchens https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326556445 Hi! I’m Grady Hutchens, and I work for Noble Hunt in Columbia County. I am here because I am passionate about helping the people in my community, and learning how to do my job better! ]]> 2022-10-04 22:39:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326556445 Introduction https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326558457 Hello! My name is Maycee Langshaw. I work for Dungarvin/Compass as an Employment Consultant working with direct contact. I am here to learn about supported employment as I have recently started at Compass. ]]> 2022-10-04 22:42:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326558457 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326598370 My name is Athena,
I am going on 3 years working with Life Works. I am taking this course to be able to better help my clients and be a resource of information and ideas for my coworkers.]]> 2022-10-04 23:37:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2326598370 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2327862928 I'm Bryan and I come to this field with almost 20 years teaching experience. I was looking for a career change and STRiVE, out of Grand Junction, CO is where I found my new role as an Employment Consultant and I love it. ]]> 2022-10-05 15:57:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2327862928 Introduction https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2328276402 My name is Kaela! I work at Career Compass Solutions. I am a Vocational Specialist. In Spokane, WA.I am here because it was requested by my supervisor. ]]> 2022-10-05 20:46:10 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2328276402 Good Day, https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2329670042
My name is Tracy Eshelman, and I am a Service Coordinator for The Opportunity Tree in Arizona! I currently work at the LEAF (Life Enrichment and Fulfillment) Program in Maricopa. I am here to gain more knowledge in the field that I love, and have true passion for, to further my career.]]> 2022-10-06 16:08:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2329670042 Good Morning https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2329943636 My name is Megan and I'm currently a job coach looking to take the next steps as a job developer. My supervisor recommended me to take these course so I have a better understanding of how things work and why. ]]> 2022-10-06 19:00:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2329943636 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2330042003 Hi, 
My name is Meghan Stein and I am an Employment Specialist at Trellis Inc., in West Linn Oregon. 
I am here to learn more about supported employment and how to best serve people with disabilities have equal access and have valuable employment. 

]]> 2022-10-06 20:31:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2330042003 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2330145487 Hello, everyone,

My name is Erick Rosales and I'm new to this field. I'm currently a job coach for Exceed Enterprises in Portland, OR, and I'm here because I'm looking to step into the role of an employment consultant and want to learn how to best do my job.]]> 2022-10-06 23:02:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2330145487 Ngoc Duong https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2330674080 Hi all,

My name is pronounced /Nok Zung/. I am a DDA Job Coach at Goodwill Downtown Spokane, Washington State. I am here as I want to better myself as a job coach.]]> 2022-10-07 08:38:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2330674080 Hi I am Tamra from Spokane Washington, I started working for compass as a CI and a job coach. I have no current pic to add, I did 14 yrs in supportive living and needed a change https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2331313471 2022-10-07 17:15:13 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2331313471 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2331664665 My name is Chanel and I'm an employment specialist with the Arc of Spokane. I mostly work in the community at Gonzaga University. I'm participating as a group training for the Arc of Spokane. ]]> 2022-10-08 02:42:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2331664665 Introduction My dog and I! https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2333956261 Hi! My name is Sara Myers, and I work at Yampa Valley Autism Program, as the program manager. We support students in our transition program in finding jobs, working, and personal development that goes along with it. ]]> 2022-10-10 17:27:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2333956261 INTRO https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2335631827 My name is Seanna and I am a job coach. I work at different locations around Washington county and I'm working to become an employment consultant for the same team! ]]> 2022-10-11 16:37:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2335631827 Hi,my name is Cheryl Scisson.I work at GCRC as a job coach.Im here to learn more ways to make myself better at my job. https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2335941400 2022-10-11 20:21:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2335941400 Betsy Hawkins https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2336033892 I have worked at GCRC for 17 yrs now. I am the manager for their Group Supported Employment Program. I love my job!]]> 2022-10-11 22:24:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2336033892 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2337708368 Hi. I'm Claire and I work for Goodwill OTC in Walla Walla, WA. I work in our Employment Connection Center as an Employment Consultant. I am new to this field and that is why I am here - to learn and grow. ]]> 2022-10-12 21:36:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2337708368 Who AM I? https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2339245375 My name is Skai Wahl. I am a job coach and I love it. 
I work for The Graham County Rehabilitation Center.
This is a mandatory class for me, however I love learning how to further my skills and better understand the fundamentals of being a service care provider. 
Unfortunately, I do not have a photo to share with you.

]]> 2022-10-13 18:14:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2339245375 Introduction! https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2339383472 Hi! My name is Sami Schindlbeck and I am an Employment Specialist at Trellis Inc in West Linn, OR! I am here because I love this community. ]]> 2022-10-13 20:14:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2339383472 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2339436990 My name is Max and I live in Colorado. I work for Imagine!, and am a student for my Counseling degree. I do not have a lot of free time, but love games and Dungeons and Dragons. ]]> 2022-10-13 21:22:41 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2339436990 Hi! https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2340858308 I'm Natalie Italiano with Continuum of Colorado and a contractor with Douglas County. I'm here to learn about how I can further support my clients in relation to my job as a lead employment consultant and case manager. When I'm not at my desk, I'm busy being a full time mom to 2 adorable kiddos; Hazelynn age 5 1/2 and Louie age 7 1/2 months. We enjoy much of what Colorado has to offer and spend 95% of our time out in nature!]]> 2022-10-14 18:28:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2340858308 Sydney Esch https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2340862856 My name is Sydney. I work at Imagine! in Lafayette Colorado and I am a Job Development Specialist. I am here because it is required by my job but I am also excited to be here to learn how to be a strong job development specialist! And featured in my photo is my handsome boy Rocky!]]> 2022-10-14 18:32:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2340862856 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2344044857 Hi! My name is Rebecca Schumacher. I work at GCRC in Safford Arizona. I have worked here for about a year in a half now. I am here because it is required. I look forward to all the new things I will learn to better assist our clients. ]]> 2022-10-17 22:20:44 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2344044857 luis Melendez https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349715133 2022-10-20 20:43:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349715133 Luis melendez i work in Az.Graham county Rehabilitation Center.I work with a member of Gcrc https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349717110 2022-10-20 20:46:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349717110 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349734002 My name is Peggy Elmer. I work as a job coach in a non-profit organization called Graham County Rehabilitation Center. I am here to see if I can learn more about training my consumer to do the jobs they are assigned here at our store. I do not upload pictures. ]]> 2022-10-20 21:07:38 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349734002 Doris Minton https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349736785 My name is Doris Minton. I work for GCRC in Safford Arizona. I am here because I enjoy the people I work with.]]> 2022-10-20 21:11:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349736785 I am Melanie Riegel https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349740674 I work at Gcrc in Safford AZ  I have worked here for 6 months. 
I am here to gain more skills and to better help my clients and colleagues secede ]]> 2022-10-20 21:16:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349740674 kcruz110 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349747160 Hello,
My name is Kayla Cruz and I am an employment specialist at Chinook Enterprises. I am attending this class to expand my knowledge in this field. ]]> 2022-10-20 21:25:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2349747160 https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2350002778 Hello my name is Jimmy Delgado I work at gcrc as a job coach boxtruckdriver and idla home care staff I'm here because I like helping others ]]> 2022-10-21 02:08:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2350002778 Rita Munoz https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2353090781 Hello. My name is Rita Munoz and I am currently employed with The Opportunity Tree in Casa Grande Arizona.  I've been working here for over 17 years.  I started out in the Day Program, worked as a Program assistant, then received a promotion to Supervising Group Homes, and now I am a Services Coordinator for Residential, H.C.B.S., Youth and DTA.  
I am here because I really enjoy what I do and I have learned a lot along my journey, but I want to learn more so I can help the people I serve as much as possible. 
When I am not working, I enjoy spending time with my two younger children and Fiance' and taking them to events, outings and parks to have fun and keep them active.  I also love visiting my adult daughter, my son in law, and my grandkids, who live out of town.]]> 2022-10-24 06:33:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2353090781 The starting point of all achievement is desire. https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2365713853 2022-11-01 23:13:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2365713853 Hi, I'm Grace Nayo and i am an Employment Consultant at Continuum of Colorado. I had previously worked for another agency as a Job Coach. I am here to fulfill my agency's requirement of undertaking the course and in addition, to satisfy me of working with the population i support. https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2372573026 Be a better version of yourself.]]> 2022-11-07 07:03:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2372573026 jadyn sandoval https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2389046878 my name is Jadyn. I work at GCRC in Safford, AZ I am a Job Coach I am here because I like helping, ]]> 2022-11-17 22:24:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jaimielaitinen/8eggpta2bz9udcnn/wish/2389046878