Disability Inclusive Interviewing

Discover how to find the right employees for your business needs by implementing practical, accessible inclusive interview strategies . Learn what can and cannot be asked related to medical information and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), empowering you to conduct interviews with confidence. 

Below is specific content that will be discussed: 

·        Role-Centered Interviewing 

·        Understanding Pre-Conceived Notions 

·        Accessibility Consideration 

·        What Can and Can Not Be Asked 

·        Medical Information & the ADA 

Presenter: Vikki Ortiz, MS, CESP

Vikki Bio: Vikki is a Trainer and Curriculum Developer specializing in Supported Employment as well as the Communications Lead with the Colorado Office of Employment First (COEF). She is a Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP) and a graduate of both the National Association of People Supporting Employment First’s (APSE) Emerging Leaders in Employment First professional development program and the National Leadership Consortium on Developmental Disabilities’ Leadership Institute. She also serves as a Co-President of the Colorado Chapter of APSE.

Her educational background is in Human Development and Family Studies with an M.S. in Family Studies. Vikki has over 6 years of experience in this field and over 15 years of experience in management and training. She has been sought out to present nationally on Supported Employment and Employment First and to provide consultation and technical assistance to other organizations. Vikki has lived experience as a neurodiverse woman and has a vision for all people with disabilities to fully realize, pursue, and accomplish their employment goals.

Cost: Free for CNDCC Members / $35 for Non-Members

Join us via Zoom for our educational lecture series.