Program Description
Recorded: July 31, 2024 – Neurodiversity is a word we are hearing more often. It describes differences in the way people’s brains work. People who have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, and autism are considered neurodiverse, but other diagnoses can also fall under this category. People who are neurodiverse can be a wonderful addition to a work team. They are often out-of-the-box thinkers and can contribute different perspectives.
As workplaces try to be more inclusive, it is important to understand and help employees with different ways of thinking. This presentation covers tips and best practices for creating a welcoming workplace for everyone, no matter how their brain works.
This webinar will cover the following:
- Best practices for interviewing candidates
- Things to consider when onboarding a new employee
- Tools to assist all employees, including those who are neurodiverse, in creating the workspace that best meets their individual needs.
Presenter
Jessi Wright, Maine CITE Director – Jessi is an assistive technology professional overseeing Maine CITE, the state assistive technology program in Maine. She has worked in the disability field for over 15 years in various capacities around the country including residential programs, providing autism services, teaching in special education, university disability services, and working closely with vocational rehabilitation.
Resources
Resources discussed in webinar:
AT and Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Finding Balance in the Chaos Handout – PDF
AT and Neurodiversity in the Workplace: Finding Balance in the Chaos PowerPoint – PDF
Rev: 8/13/2024