Here is today's Kansas Commission on Disability Concerns (KCDC) Disability News message.? I hope you are having a wonderful day.?

Martha

*Martha K. Gabehart* | "Executive Director
"Kansas Commission on Disability Concerns (KCDC)
*Kansas Governor Laura Kelly
*900 SW Jackson, Suite 100 | Topeka, Kansas 66612
(785) 296-6525 (direct) | (785) 260-4027 (cell)

[email protected] | www.kcdcinfo.ks.gov [ [link removed] ]

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This information is from the Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities (KCDD).

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Heartland Disability Employment & Innovation Symposium
Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month

October 1, 2024
Kansas State Capitol
SW 8th and SW Van Buren
Topeka, KS 66612

You're invited to learn from leading entrepreneurs, policymakers, and private-sector executives on how competitive, integrated employment is not just crucial for the livelihood of people with disabilities but also a pathway to a more prosperous, equitable, and innovative future for all. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation shaping tomorrow's workforce and society.

Register Today [ [link removed] ]

Space is limited to 85 attendees. Registration closes September 20, 2024. Registration is open to all and there is no fee to attend.

Featured Experts

? Max Crawford, CEO/Founder - Max Spices
? Collette Divitto, Entrepreneur, Disability Rights Activist and Founder/CEO - Collettey's Cookies
? Tonia Ferguson,
Director of Legislative Affairs - Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation
? Michele Heydon, Commissioner - Long Term Supports & Services, Kansas Department for Aging & Disability Services
? Julie Hocker, Director - Guidehouse & Former US Commissioner on Disability
? Cassidi Jobe, Executive Director - Summit Future Foundation
? Diego Mariscal, CEO/Founder - 2Gether-International
? Ryan Rotundo, Director of Programs - National Down Syndrome Society
? The Honorable Laura Williams, Kansas State Representative - Olathe/Lenexa

Featured Topics

Driving Competitive, Integrated Employment via the Private Sector

Recruiting, Retaining & Rewarding Talent in the Workplace

Entrepreneurship as Employment

Reforming the Federal & State Policy Landscape to Achieve Workforce Inclusion

Reception to Follow with Special Guest

Featured presentation is ?Facing the Falls [ [link removed] ].? The film tells the story of international disability rights advocate, Cara Elizabeth Yar Khan. Deep in the throes of an aggressive, fatal muscle-wasting disease and no longer able to walk unassisted, Cara ventures out on a daring, 12-day expedition through the Grand Canyon.

Watch the film trailer [ [link removed] ].?

Don?t miss your chance to be part of this trailblazing event!

Register Now [ [link removed] ]

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The August 2024 OneCare Newsletter is now available on the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) website [ [link removed] ].?

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Job Vacancy Announcements

The Topeka Step Up Job Fair is September 17 from 12:30 PM to 3:00 PM at the Hillcrest Community Center at 1800 SE 21st Street in Topeka. For more information please to go their website [ [link removed] ].?

Blue Cross/Blue Shield has listed new job vacancies on their website [ [link removed] ].?

Frito-Lay in Topeka has listed more job vacancies on their website [ [link removed] ].?

POSITION OPENING - OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Kansas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (KCDHH) has a new position opening for an Administrative Officer. This KCDHH position will be based in Topeka at Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) Administrative Building. Position number 213875 ? Administrative Officer ? Admin/Topeka

Position Summary & Responsibilities

The Kansas Department for Children and Families is hiring innovators and leaders. If you believe people have the capacity to progress, succeed, grow, and do well in life, you can discover your purpose here! Find more than just a job with DCF. You can be part of the growth and opportunity for our team to help serve the individuals and families in your community. Thrive With Us and find your career and purpose!

This KCDHH position intends to replace a departing incumbent position after a transition is completed. This position serves in assisting KCDHH Executive Director and functions as primary front office contact person. This position also provides support for coordination of services and processing registration for interpreters/communication access services, including data collection as well as to generate reports to support decision making of KCDHH. This position also assists with budget, purchasing/contracts, requesting payments, receipts of fees, and tracking all financial activities of KCDHH.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Four years of experience in general office, clerical or administrative support work. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.

Fluency in American Sign Language (ASL)

Knowledge and understanding of Deaf Culture, communication accessibility and communication options, and assistive devices and/or accessible technology

Preferred Qualifications: One or more of the following:

Background in Education, Social Work, Human Services, Government or Public Administration, Public Policy, ASL and Deaf Studies, Interpreting, Disability-related or Rehabilitation Services

At least four years of administrative experience with program and/or service coordination related to interpreting, communication accessibility, case management or Deaf/Hard of Hearing services related fields

Credential in interpreting

Understanding of function of state government functions in operation with programs and services to the public

Good understanding of how interpreters/communication access services providers are trained, qualified, certified or registered

Experience with fiscal/budget or legislative process

Recruiter Contact Information

Email: [email protected]
Please reference this Job ID Number: 213875

This position is anticipated to be filled in as soon as possible while the application process will remain open until filled.

Official posting for 213875 ? Administrative Officer ? Admin/Topeka

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Dear Stakeholders,

The new Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Quality Assurance (QA) Policy (E2024-059) is now available on the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) website. This policy, effective August 1, 2024, outlines procedures for quality reviews and compliance requirements for all Medicaid 1915(c) HCBS Waiver Programs in Kansas.

Please review the policy by scrolling down to the "General Policies" section at www.kdads.ks.go [ [link removed] ]? The document is attached below.?

For any questions, contact the HCBS Quality Assurance Manager.

Thank you.

Best regards,

HCBS Senior Administrative Assistant

Long Term Services & Supports
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
503 S. Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS 66603
Phone: 785-296-4983
Fax: 785-296-0256

Visit Our Website: www.kdads.ks.gov [ [link removed] ]

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Dear Stakeholders,

KDADS is excited to announce the upcoming Fall Families Empowering All Transitions (FEAT) training for Kansas families, youth, and young adults with disabilities (ages 14-26). This FREE two-day in-person event will help increase employment expectations and provide essential resources.

Dates and Locations:
? Kansas City, KS: September 7 & 13, 2024
(Hotel rooms available for families traveling over 1 hour)
? Garden City, KS: October 25 & 26, 2024
(Hotel rooms available for families traveling over 1 hour)

Register Here:
? Kansas City FEAT [ [link removed] ]
? Garden City FEAT [ [link removed] ]

Please share this opportunity with your network. For more information, contact Leia at [email protected]. Flyers are attached below.?

Best regards,

Regards,

Long Term Services & Supports
Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services
503 S. Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS 66603
Phone: 785-296-4983
Fax: 785-296-0256

Visit Our Website: www.kdads.ks.gov [ [link removed] ]

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This message is the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) Disability News Brief.

August 15, 2024

Get Ready for National Disability Employment Awareness Month!

Get ready with ODEP to celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) this October! On our webpage you?ll find downloadable and customizable 2024 NDEAM posters in English and Spanish, which you may also order in print, along with virtual backgrounds featuring this year?s theme: Access to Good Jobs for All.

Visit the NDEAM webpage [ [link removed] ].
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Mental Health Matters: Exploring Workforce Mental Health Policy Options

At the recent legislative summit of the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) in Louisville, Kentucky, ODEP?s State Exchange on Employment & Disability cohosted a peer-to-peer exchange on mental health policy. ODEP Assistant Secretary Taryn Williams opened the session with remarks on the importance of mental health?friendly policies, programs and practices. Informed by NCSL?s Mental Health in the Workforce Toolkit, Williams and legislators from across the country engaged in a rich discussion on expanding workplace care and support, especially among diverse communities.

Access the toolkit [ [link removed] ]
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Roundtable in Louisville Aimed at Better Serving the Disability Community

While in Louisville, Assistant Secretary Taryn Williams and Rep. Morgan McGarvey of Kentucky? hosted an insightful roundtable with small business owners, disability advocates and educational organizations on independent living and entrepreneurship for people with disabilities.

Learn more at WDRB.com [ [link removed] ].(WDRB is a news station.)
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Implementing Equitable AI in the Workplace

Many organizations are using artificial intelligence (AI) to screen job candidates, streamline the application process and monitor employee actions. But when AI technologies are not designed or implemented with diverse users in mind, they can increase the risk of workplace discrimination, including for people with disabilities. The AI & Disability Inclusion Toolkit, developed by ODEP?s Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology (PEAT), can help businesses mitigate discrimination and reduce bias in their AI technologies and learn how to make AI implementation more equitable.

Access the toolkit [ [link removed] ].

U.S. Department of Labor Office of Disability Employment Policy
DRIVING CHANGE ? CREATING OPPORTUNITY

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U.S. Department of Labor
200 Constitution Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20210
www.dol.gov [ [link removed] ] | 1-866-4-USA-DOL (1-866-487-2365)

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The Families Together newsletter on their website [ [link removed] ].? You can read about more of their parent training on the website.?


* FEAT 2024 FLYER Spanish.pdf [ [link removed] ]
* FEAT 2024 FLYER KC GC.pdf [ [link removed] ]

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