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Why neurodiversity in the workplace?
Train your staff, management teams, HR, and leaders today!
Sensory systems are a human condition and affect our responses to the environment around us.
That includes our work environment.
Over 20% of the population is neurodivergent.
Most DE&I
Initiatives Exclude Neurodiversity
Increased Candidate
Pool - Don't Miss Talent
Reach
Qualified and Skilled Workers
Increase
Productivity
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Retention
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Innovation
Neurodiversity and Sensory Systems
This course begins with discussing neurodiversity and what it means to be neurodivergent or neurotypical. Participants will learn about eight sensory systems and how we process our environment whether we are neurodivergent or neurotypical.
With a basic understanding of sensory systems, we can begin to understand and support our workforce and those we serve.
This course also touches on the barriers that are presented in accessing gainful employment, support services, and other.
Excellent course for:
- Employers expanding their DEI efforts and building an inclusive staff work environment.
- Employers looking to access an untapped, talented, and ready to work pool of talent that has been difficult to reach.
- Supportive Employment Organizations.
- Organizations that work with underserved populations.
- Organizations that work with adults and/or children experiencing housing instability.
Accessibility: The Key to Unlocking a Resilient Workforce
There is a workforce that is untapped, talented and ready to work; however there are barriers in our hiring and employment practices that often do not give us access to these individuals. Employers must have a basic understanding of neurodivergence to effectively recruit and retain neurodivergent workers. Harvard Business Review reports teams that incorporate neurodivergent employees are 30% more productive. Learn how your business can gain a competitive edge by increasing diversity in skills, ways of thinking and approaches to problem solving.
Excellent for:
- Employers who want to increase productivity and
retention of their employees. - Employer finding difficulty accessing qualified talent.
- Employers expanding their DEI Practices and Policies.
*It is highly recommended that Neurodiversity and Sensory Systems is taken before this course.
Additional Trainings and Services
Employers
Increase Productivity: Sensory Supportive Workplace
With an understanding of our sensory systems and the barriers that are present in the workplace, we can begin to build work environments that are supportive to all. You can turn a private office or
large business into a sensory supportive space.
By creating a sensory
supportive work environment, productivity increases, fatigue and headaches
decrease, and there is a decrease in staff burnout.
Participants will begin to observe their spaces and be able to make simple changes to support their employees.
Often employers see sick calls decrease and productivity increase. The bonus is a positive elevation in workplace culture.
Excellent for:
- Employers wanting to support all employees as part of their DEI policies and practices.
- Employers wanting to increase productivity.
- Employers wanting to increase retention of employees.
Vocational Counseling
The primary advantage of hiring a vocational counselor for neurodivergent employees lies in their ability to facilitate a productive working environment and a positive employee/employer relationship.
Counselors who are experts in supporting a neurodivergent workforce possess a deep understanding, enabling them to tailor their approach to meet the individual needs of employees. Through personalized assessments, vocational counselors can identify the strengths, preferences, and challenges of neurodivergent individuals, allowing for the creation of targeted strategies to optimize their professional success.
One of the key benefits of vocational counseling is the
promotion of effective communication within the workplace. Neurodivergent employees may have unique communication styles, and a vocational counselor acts as a bridge between the employee and their colleagues, fostering understanding and collaboration. By facilitating open and transparent communication, vocational counselors contribute to a more inclusive and supportive work environment, where neurodivergent employees feel valued and understood.
From time management to social interaction, our vocational counselors offer practical guidance and training, ensuring that neurodivergent employees can navigate the professional landscape successfully. This proactive approach not only enhances the individual's performance but also contributes to the overall productivity of the team.
In addition to individualized support, we also assist companies in implementing inclusive policies and practices. By advising on workplace accommodations and supporting workplace education on neurodiversity. This inclusive culture not only benefits neurodivergent employees but enhances the overall diversity and innovation within the organization.
The decision to hire one of our vocational counselors for a neurodivergent employee is a strategic investment in fostering a more inclusive, supportive, and productive workplace. Not only do we work with the employee but also the employer. We tailor our approach to individual and company needs, facilitate effective communication and recommend reasonable accommodations that usually cost zero dollars. Our vocational counselors play a pivotal role in unlocking the untapped potential of neurodivergent individuals, ultimately contributing to the success and growth of the entire organization.
Supporting Injured Workers
Neurodiversity and Injured Workers
- Differentiate between Neurodiversity, Neurodivergent and Neurotypical
- Understand strengths and challenges associated with neurodivergence.
- Understand employment statistics and barriers present for those who are neurodivergent.
- Evaluate reasonable accommodations and support for successful work reentry and/or retraining.
- Labor & Industries’ responsibilities.
- Resources for supporting gainful employment.
Excellent course for:
- Vocational Counselors
- Certified Disability Management Specialists
- College and University Disability Support Services
Neurodiversity in the Vocational Process
A discussion on the barriers that are affecting neurodivergent individuals throughout the vocational process and how to overcome them.
Excellent for:
- Vocational Counselors
- Certified Disability Management Specialists
- Vocational Services
- College and University Disability Support Services
- Job Coaches
Contact Us Today to Learn More!
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