Job Vacancy Announcements

Blue Cross/Blue Shield posted the following position, open to external candidates:

Application Developer - Java, Application Deadline: 7/5/22

Part-time Security Guard, R2022151 (Topeka, KS)

To view the job description and apply on-line, please go to www.bcbsks.com/careers.

You're Invited! Summer 2022 Stakeholder Meetings

The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) is holding their Summer Stakeholder meetings TODAY, Thursday, June 16th at the DCF Administrative building at 555 S Kansas Avenue in Topeka.  The meeting starts at 2:00 pm and ends at 4:30 pm. 

Please see the attached flyer below for the QRL code to join virtually.  For questions, please contact  Mike Deines, 785-296-0537. 

(I apologize for this late notice. MG)

Workforce Innovation Conference Call for Presentations

The Workforce Innovation Conference, Building Partnerships to Address the Future of Work,  will be October 3-4, 2022 at the double Tree by Hilton in Lawrence, 200 McDonald Drive.  This annual conference is for those who engage in workforce solutions.  The conference is hosted by the Kansas  Department of commerce and the Kansas Board of Regents.  To register to attend the conference, go to their registration website. Registration is $100.  

You are invited to submit presentation proposals for the 2022 Workforce Innovation Conference. Proposals should include presentations on relevant topics for a variety of attendees, including elected officials, government employees, business and industry, university/college/technical education providers, economic development professionals, workforce development professionals and partners and stakeholders in the workforce field. Presentation Applications are due June 24!

Submit Presentation

To learn more about the conference, go to their website.  

Save the Date for the
2023 Mid-America Workforce Summit!
January 18-19, 2023

Planning for the Mid-America Workforce Summit has begun! Mark your calendars today for the 2023 Summit to be held January 18-19, 2023.

Program and Presenter recommendations are being accepted for the 2023 program. Please submit your ideas as soon as possible to [email protected]. Be sure to watch the website as it will be continually updated as specific programs and presenters are confirmed.

Early Bird registration opportunities will be coming soon!

We look forward to seeing everyone at the Mid-America Workforce Summit in January!

Western Kansas Manufacturers Association
Sponsor of the Annual Mid-America Workforce Summit

PO Box 1382, Dodge City, KS 67801
Phone: (620) 227-8082
Fax: (620) 227-8090
[email protected]
www.MidAmericaWorkforceSummit.com (the website wasn't working today when I checked it, but the address is correct. I have asked about the problem.)

Western Kansas Manufacturers Association | 1700 E. Wyatt Earp Blvd., PO Box 1382, Dodge City, KS 67801

Kansas ABLE Savings Plan

Save the Date!

Please join the Treasurer's Office as we recognize the official launch of the new, expanded ABLE legislation that begins on July 1, 2022. This change in legislation not only brings the Kansas Plan into Federal compliance, but allows parents and guardians to more cost effectively save month that doesn't impact Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid benefits for a person living with a disability. 

The Golden Scoop

9540 Nall Avenue, Overland Park

June 27th - 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Dialogue Coffee House

4009 SW 29th Street, Topeka

June 30th - 9:30 am to 10:30 am

AbilityPoint

Formerly the ARC of ICT

2919 W 2nd Street, Wichita

June 30th - 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

RSVP: [email protected]

EARN IN ACTION

In this Issue: Including Disability in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Priorities and More! June, 2022

Including Disability in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Priorities

A new EARN resource helps employers and DEI professionals integrate disability inclusion practices into their organization-wide DEI plan.

Supporting Workplace Mental Health All Year Long

A new learning guide, a companion piece to EARN’s May 18 webinar, explores the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on employee mental health and offers strategies employers can use to create a mental health-friendly workplace.

Employer Perspectives: COVID-19’s Impact on Employees with Disabilities

A series of documents summarizes information gathered from focus groups about employers’ thoughts on the impact of the pandemic on workers with disabilities.

Developing Maturity Models for Federal Agency Accessibility Programs

The third Federal Exchange on Employment and Disability (FEED) meeting of 2022, held earlier this month, focused on resources federal agencies can use to create maturity models for their accessibility programs.

Building a Disability-Inclusive Organization

Last month, EARN and Disability:IN Wisconsin hosted a webinar highlighting the Inclusion@Work Framework for Building a Disability-Inclusive Organization.

DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT IN THE NEWS

EEOC Report on Federal Employment of People with Disabilities

An Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) report indicates that progress is being made in federal employment of people with disabilities.

Celebrating Pride Month

The Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy is celebrating Pride Month by highlighting the many workplace contributions of LGBTQI+ Americans with disabilities.

Accommodating Employees with PTSD

The Job Accommodation Network offers information about workplace accommodations for employees with PTSD and other trauma- and stress-related disorders, including veterans.

Department of Labor Mental Health Month Virtual Event

A recording of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Mental Health Month virtual event, which included a viewing of the Campaign for Disability Employment’s “Mental Health at Work: What Can I Do” public service announcement (PSA), is now available!

Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process and the ADA

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and Department of Justice have released new guidance about how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to the use of artificial intelligence in the hiring process.

ASK EARN

Q: My company wants to ensure we are providing opportunities for all employees, including those with disabilities, to receive honest feedback about their performance to help them advance and improve at work. Does EARN have resources to help?
A: Yes! In fact, EARN recently updated its performance management webpage to include additional resources and information to support employers in providing feedback to employees with disabilities so they can develop their skills and advance in their careers.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

July 8, 2022, 12:00 p.m. ET
Webinar: nTIDE Lunch and Learn Webinar

July 13, 2022, 12:00 p.m. ET
Fireside Chat: Thought Leader Reflection Series: The Hon. Neil Romano and Ryan Walters

July 14, 2022, 2:00 p.m. ET
Webcast: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Update

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EMPLOYER SPOTLIGHT

U.S. Department of State

By expanding the use of remote work and providing accommodations for employees with disabilities through its Access Center, the U.S. State Department is working to create a more inclusive, accessible workplace culture.

The Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability Inclusion (EARN) is a resource for employers seeking to recruit, hire, retain, and advance qualified employees with disabilities. It is funded by the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy under a cooperative agreement with the K. Lisa Yang and Hock E. Tan Institute on Disability and Employment. For more information, visit AskEARN.org.

Stakeholder Email Invite accessible.pdf

The Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities is excited to partner with Cassandra Sines, Kansas MCH Family Delegate and Parent Advocate in Partnership with KDHE Special Healthcare Needs to offer this FREE 3-day Kansas Viewing of the new documentary, Unseen: How We're Failing Parent Caregivers and Why it Matters.

The Screening is happening June 16-19. You can watch the film any time during those three days. Residents of Kansas are able to view the documentary during these days using the following link:  https://watch.showandtell.film/watch/kansas-unseen