Supporting Workers with Disabilities & Their Workplaces

Supporting Workers with Disabilities & Their WorkplacesWEBINAR DESCRIPTION Many workers with long term physical and mental health conditions struggle when deciding whether to seek support from their workplace. In making decisions, they weigh risks like the loss of privacy or reputation if they disclose any support needs, versus concerns about job difficulties and changes to work performance if they dont receive support. Workers, workplace representatives and health professionals often report being unsure

WEBINAR DESCRIPTION
Many workers with long-term physical and mental health conditions struggle when deciding whether to seek support from their workplace. In making decisions, they weigh risks like the loss of privacy or reputation if they disclose any support needs, versus concerns about job difficulties and changes to work performance if they don’t receive support. Workers, workplace representatives and health professionals often report being unsure what workers should discuss and what might be helpful. This webinar discusses the development and evaluation of a new interactive support planning resource, the Job Demands and Accommodation Planning Tool (JDAPT) to answer these questions.

INSTRUCTOR
Monique A. M. Gignac, PhD, Institute for Work & Health, Toronto, Ontario, Canada

CONTENT DISCLOSURE
This presentation will focus on the Job Demands and Accommodation Planning Tool (JDAPT) and will not include other similar or related tools.

LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:  

1. Define the decision-making process that workers undertake when considering whether to share personal health information with others in the workplace.
2. Describe a new accommodation planning resource that can help workers communicate their support and accommodation needs.
3. Identify additional workplace support ideas and strategies to assist workers living with chronic and episodic health conditions across a range of diverse job needs.

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will be present during the live webinar in its entirety and complete an attendance verification and assessment in the Academy Learning Portal within one month of the live air date. 

AUDIENCE
Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Physicians, Physician Assistants, Social Work and Speech-Language Pathologists

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Occupational Therapists: 

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Course approval ID# 11272. This distance learning independent webinar is offered at .15 CEUs [introductory, OT service delivery/Foundational Knowledge]. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA

Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069

The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 3/14/2025.

Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.

Social Workers:
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is registered by the State of Illinois to sponsor continuing education programs for social workers.

This program will award 1.5 Continuing Education Credit Hours. Sponsor License #159001466.

Speech-Language Pathologists: 

DISCLOSURES
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP - Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT - Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OT - Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN - Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Monique A. M. Gignac, PhD - Has nothing to disclose.

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
To participate, you will need a device with an internet connection. Supported devices include computers, laptops, and both iOS and Android mobile devices. For the best experience, we recommend using high-speed broadband internet (LAN, Cable, or DSL). Please ensure you are using the latest stable version of Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. Internet Explorer is not supported. Additionally, JavaScript and cookies must be enabled on your browser. You will also need a speaker and microphone or a phone for dial-in. For live online sessions, make sure to download the latest version of Zoom (at Zoom.us/download) to ensure compatibility.

CANCELLATION POLICY
To request a cancellation, please notify us in writing via email at [email protected]. If your order is canceled within 24 hours, we will issue a full refund of the course fee. If you are unable to provide notice within the 24-hour window, we will offer a credit, valid for one year, which can be applied toward a future continuing education program of equal value. Please note that to be eligible for a refund, course materials must not have been accessed.