Employment in the Context of L.I.F.E. Services (Nov 18-Dec 20, 2024)
This learning experience will take place both virtually and live in your community. There will be 40 hours of facilitated virtual learning and 4 weeks of practical application. The virtual learning sessions focus primarily on strengthening the practice of staff who work in L.I.F.E. Services or staff who work in other services who are interested in enhancing their practice related to promoting lifelong learning, strengthening informal support networks as well as community and economic inclusion.
The practical application weeks are designed to be experienced in pairs; a L.I.F.E. Service or other service participant and their staff. Service Participants, Families and Caregivers are encouraged to join for the morning of the first virtual day to introduce themselves and meet the other people embarking on the Learning Experience. Service Participants, Families and Caregivers are also encouraged to attend the final virtual day ‘Learning Showcase’ presentations where all involved in the Learning Experience will make presentations to demonstrate their mastery of Learning Outcomes. If service Participants, Families and Caregivers choose to take part in some or all of the rest of the virtual Learning Sessions they are more than welcome!
Date
November 18, 2024 - December 20, 2024
Time
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fees
$ 100.00 CAD (Fees) + 5% (GST) = $ 105.00 CAD (Per Person)
Training Delivery
Virtual
Virtual Training Requirements
A computer, a strong internet connection, speakers and a microphone, a webcam and a work space conducive to virtual learning (quiet location).
Learning Outcomes
Click here for the Learning Outcomes for each day and a summary of the topics and time commitment.
Staff who enroll in the Learning Experience should be prepared, and supported by their employer to:
- Attend all virtual Learning Sessions (November 18-20, Dec 05, Dec 20, a total of 40 hours)
- Complete and submit required assignments and final day ‘Learning Showcase’ presentation (Dec 20).
- Dedicate up to 10 hours a week during the two Practical Application weeks to work in their pairs and attend virtual check ins (Nov 21-Dec 04 & Dec 06-19).
Service Participants who enroll in the Learning Experience should be prepared, and supported by their service provider to:
- Attend the morning of the first virtual Learning Experience Session for introductions
- Dedicate up to 10 hours a week of their regular service experience to work in their pairs during the Practical Application Weeks.
- Participate in the final day ‘Learning Showcase’ presentation.
- Make a choice as the whether they want to attend other portions of the virtual training.
Instructor
Maggie Vilvang has worked in support of people with diverse abilities, their networks, service providers and funders for decades, and she has learned a lot from all of them. As the lead service designer on CLBC’s ‘Advancing New Support Options Project’ Maggie had the opportunity to work with an awesome team and bring those lessons to life… well actually to L.I.F.E.
For the last few years Maggie has been working alongside service providers as L.I.F.E. Services expands around the province and is honoured to have had the opportunity to design, prototype, and now facilitate ‘Employment in the Context of L.I.F.E. Services’ for the BCEN.
Further Information
When you have decided to take part in the Learning Experience and returned your signed Participation Agreement you will receive a ‘Preparation Package’ that includes full Agendas for each day as well as all the materials you will need to complete the Quick Quests, Share Backs, Practical Application weeks, Reflections and the final presentation.
Registration Limit of 2 staff per organization.
Please email info@bcenetwork.ca if you have questions regarding this learning experience.
Date
November 18, 2024 - December 20, 2024
Time
8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Fees
$ 100.00 CAD (Fees) + 5% (GST) = $ 105.00 CAD (Per Person)
Training Delivery
Virtual
Virtual Training Requirements
A computer, a strong internet connection, speakers and a microphone, a webcam and a work space conducive to virtual learning (quiet location).
Materials
Distributed electronically. Students must be able to print materials.
