Trillium Employment Services

Thank you for the very helpful reminders!

Calling all employers! Don’t miss out – join us on October 16th for the final Employers Connect of the year. We’ll be covering Interpersonal Connections: navigating office friendships, romantic interests, and setting healthy boundaries. If you've been thinking about attending, now’s the time! Happening at noon via Zoom. RSVP today: https://lnkd.in/gB_fK2w8

Hey Clark County residents and advocates! PEACE NW is hosting the 2024 Candidate's Forum on Disabilities. Here are the details:

What fun to be with all these Trillium Alumni at the Pacific Northwest APSE conference this week! Each of them are leaders in advancing employment for people with IDD, including pushing Trillium to do better. Grateful for Emily Harris, CESP, Tara Zink, Shaun Wood, Heidi Scheibner, and Ryan Farrow for the inclusion work they do!

Job Seeker of the week Meet Kimberly! Kimberly is a warm and skilled individual with experience across various industries. Based in the Bremerton and Silverdale area of Kitsap County, she is seeking diverse job opportunities. Kimberly is particularly interested in clothing retail, customer service, setting up merchandise displays, and restocking in retail or café settings. Let’s help Kimberly find her ideal job!

If you are part of inclusive community and employment in Clark County (as a person with a disability, an employer, a community member), please consider sharing your experience. October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month—let’s build awareness! Your story can help elected officials understand the policies and funding that promote inclusion. If they don’t hear what is working or where there are gaps in inclusion, they won’t know it should be a priority. Here are some tips and a guide to preparing your story. Thanks to our friends PEACE NW   For School Board Meetings:  This is an opportunity during the school board public input time to share information about National Disability Employment Awareness Month and your story. If you show up in person, you can sign in at the meeting that you would like to give public input. If you will be attending virtually you will need to sign up in advance.   For the City and County Council meetings (except the City of Battleground): The National Disability Employment Awareness Month proclamation is on the agenda and will usually be read at the beginning of the meeting. Please plan to arrive early whether in person or virtually, because the meetings move pretty fast and our proclamation are usually read within the first 10-15 minutes of the meeting. An advisory board member or staff will accept the proclamation and say a few words. Public comment will come later in the meeting. This is where you will speak!

Tomorrow at noon: Employers Connect! Employers Connect is our new quarterly gathering designed to bring together business leaders and HR professionals to discuss best practices in supported employment and tackle common challenges. This session, we’re focusing on performance reviews—a crucial tool for driving team growth and ensuring employee satisfaction. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and share insights. RSVP on our website to get the Zoom link: https://lnkd.in/gB_fK2w8

Job Seeker of the Week! Meet Alex. If you were to ask about him, others would say he carries good energy wherever he goes! Alex is a hard worker, a self-starter, and knows what is being asked of him on a job. Located in South Seattle, (White Center, Burien, Des Moines, & Tukwila area), Alex is interested in working 10 hours a week, maybe moving into a full-time role later down the road. He would work well in a position where the start and finish are clearly defined, he has the ability to move around, and preferably in a space with minimal loud noises, or even the OK to wear headphones while working. Alex is interested in getting to build relationships with businesses in his community, and sharing all of his amazing traits. Help us find Alex's next job!

Job Seeker of the Week Meet Katie! She is seeking a part-time morning position, working 12-15 hours per week, in the Felida, Hazel Dell, or downtown Vancouver area. Katie brings experience from both janitorial roles and office settings, making her versatile in handling various tasks. She is particularly interested in office tasks such as prepping packets, organizing materials, and light janitorial work. Help us get Katie connected to her next job!

Do you have questions about what it might look like to hire someone with a disability into your workplace? We are here to help! As a starting place, check out our frequently asked questions we receive from potential employers. Our staff are here to listen and consult you from start to finish. Reach out today to connect with one of our staff near you. https://lnkd.in/gW2XRiW2