The Arc of Northern Virginia
For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
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Skills for Getting & Keeping Jobs
October 23 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Presented by Kidpower
Organized by The Arc of Northern Virginia
Learn how to use Safetypowers communication, decision-making , and safety skills in ways that can help you get and keep jobs!
Together with a Safetypowers instructor, we’ll practice ways to:
- Project confidence
- Ask for feedback to help you grow
- Deal with rude or rowdy customers
- Communicate effectively with co-workers
- Learn and follow workplace boundaries
- Take positive action when you notice trouble
- Get help when you need it!
Discover how The Arc of Northern Virginia’s Tech for Independent Living program and their app Arc2Independence can help support the education and practice of the skills above.
If you have questions email Ashley Africa-Osborne at techforindependence@thearcofnova.org or phone 703-208-1119 x 140