Monday, December 24, 2012
Heros
Merry Christmas. I'm sure I don't have to remind you to watch for behaviors caused by all the extra stimulation this time of year.
But what I want to say is - Thank You to all of you who support adults with developmental disabilities. If this is your chosen field, good for you! I hope you find it just enough challenging to keep you interested. Thank you for choosing to help your fellow man. Believe me, I know you're not in it for the money!
If you are in this field because "it's a job", then I hope it's just interesting enough to make you want to learn more about how to do your job to the fullest. I could never help but look in a client's eyes and wonder, "What in the heck is going on in your head?" That's what made me want to learn more, and led me to writing my own resource materials.
It takes a special kind of person to do the work that you do. Don't ever let anybody take that satisfaction away from you. All too often, you don't even realize what a difference you are making in some individual's life. No one is going to tell you Thank You for the work you do. You will never be fully financially compensated for your dedication. So let me be the one to say THANK YOU.
You don't know me, but it doesn't matter... I truly appreciate what you do for a living. I appreciate those of you who are making an effort to learn as much about your clients as you can, and are learning as much as you can about how to support them. I hope there are days when you go home feeling proud of yourself for making a difference. You are a hero!
But what I want to say is - Thank You to all of you who support adults with developmental disabilities. If this is your chosen field, good for you! I hope you find it just enough challenging to keep you interested. Thank you for choosing to help your fellow man. Believe me, I know you're not in it for the money!
If you are in this field because "it's a job", then I hope it's just interesting enough to make you want to learn more about how to do your job to the fullest. I could never help but look in a client's eyes and wonder, "What in the heck is going on in your head?" That's what made me want to learn more, and led me to writing my own resource materials.
It takes a special kind of person to do the work that you do. Don't ever let anybody take that satisfaction away from you. All too often, you don't even realize what a difference you are making in some individual's life. No one is going to tell you Thank You for the work you do. You will never be fully financially compensated for your dedication. So let me be the one to say THANK YOU.
You don't know me, but it doesn't matter... I truly appreciate what you do for a living. I appreciate those of you who are making an effort to learn as much about your clients as you can, and are learning as much as you can about how to support them. I hope there are days when you go home feeling proud of yourself for making a difference. You are a hero!
Monday, December 10, 2012
Vocational Rehabilitation Training
Many years ago I worked for Carl Oschner in a vocational program serving adults with developmental disabilities. I was new to the field and I certainly learned a lot from Carl. Now you can learn from him too!
Carl is now a consultant to Vocational Rehabilitation and Training Agencies. He has been doing this type of work for 37 years and now he is sharing his expertise with others.
He has developed an ability to make complex concepts, such as client productivity measurement or behavior intervention strategies, understandable to a wide variety of staff members, irrespective of their level of education or years of experience.
He leads problem-solving sessions in the areas of:
Dealing with client pay, productivity, and related regulatory issues.
Setting realistic yet challenging financial goals; analyzing capacity and capability.
Establishing a consistent and behaviorally sound environment for client/consumer training and employment.
Creating an efficient, symmetrical, and effective organizational design.
He also leads full day sessions in:
Role and demeanor.
Coping with common training difficulties.
Quality assurance.
Workflow and productivity.
Labor regulations, work measurement, and piece rate.
Behavior basics.
Handling "downtime."
You can contact Carl at the following:
ochsnercr@att.net
(530) 898-8392
(530) 624-7224 (cell)
Carl is a member of California Disability Services Association.
Carl is now a consultant to Vocational Rehabilitation and Training Agencies. He has been doing this type of work for 37 years and now he is sharing his expertise with others.
He has developed an ability to make complex concepts, such as client productivity measurement or behavior intervention strategies, understandable to a wide variety of staff members, irrespective of their level of education or years of experience.
He leads problem-solving sessions in the areas of:
Dealing with client pay, productivity, and related regulatory issues.
Setting realistic yet challenging financial goals; analyzing capacity and capability.
Establishing a consistent and behaviorally sound environment for client/consumer training and employment.
Creating an efficient, symmetrical, and effective organizational design.
He also leads full day sessions in:
Role and demeanor.
Coping with common training difficulties.
Quality assurance.
Workflow and productivity.
Labor regulations, work measurement, and piece rate.
Behavior basics.
Handling "downtime."
You can contact Carl at the following:
ochsnercr@att.net
(530) 898-8392
(530) 624-7224 (cell)
Carl is a member of California Disability Services Association.
