About this Event
This three-part training series is designed specifically for support professionals who want to move beyond theory and into meaningful, real-life practice.
Stop Planning. Start Doing.
Most trainings tell you what to do. We show you how. This immersive series is a
practitioner’s lab for turning person-centered theory into real-world independence for the
people you support.
What You’ll Gain:
- The Skill of Choice: How to practically support dignity and voice in the field.
- Real-World Instruction: Effective techniques for teaching in meaningful
community settings.
- From Paper to Practice: Tools to turn a written plan into a lived experience.
- Confidence & Clarity: Strengthening staff consistency and decision-making.
The Commitment:
One full-day intensive followed by two half-day sessions. This is practical, interactive, and grounded in the daily reality of supporting people with disabilities to live full, self-directed lives.
MEETING DATES:
Please note - this is a 3-part series that will meet on three seperate days.
- May 13th | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM (full day)
- May 19th | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (half day)
- June 3rd | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (half day)
Joe Murphy, CESP first joined the Networks team in 1998 working with the CareerNet program finding employment for folks with significant disabilities. He left for four years to continue working with the CareerNet folks after the program was transferred to another provider. Joe returned to Networks as the Transition and Employment Coordinator where he lends assistance to various people and projects regarding employment, transition services, and Assistive Technology (AT).
While not initially involved in the field of developmental disabilities, Joe discovered his passion after meeting a person and her supporters at a community pool and offered to lend a hand. Since then (1997),has worked within various community support projects, always coaching people to live full and independent lives, always striving towards their best.
He is a Certified Employment Support Professional and has been certified as a life coach for business. Joe is also an active member of various community groups in and around Philadelphia. You can often find Joe sharing his other passion – football – coaching young people in various school and community programs. He is a graduate of Philadelphia’s first Communication Mentors’ Course, the Employment Mentors’ Course, and many other programs re: employment transition and/or AT. Joe resides in Philadelphia, PA with his wife and 2 children.
Michelle received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Holy Family University and Master of Education in Adult and Organizational Development from Temple University. She is a founding member and certified coach, speaker, trainer and DISC consultant with the John Maxwell Team and is a graduate of the National Leadership Institute on Intellectual Disabilities. Michelle co-leads Philadelphia’s Employment First Initiative and is a Certified Employment Support Professional (CESP). She is President of ACRE (Association of Community Rehabilitation Educators). Michelle has worked with Network for Training and Development since 1995.
Over the years, she has provided training and consultation to organizations in the Philadelphia region and beyond in the areas of employment supports customized employment, and transition from school to work. She is also experienced in strategic planning facilitation, organizational supports and consultation as well as professional development and growth.
In her spare time, Michelle loves going on long bike rides, especially with her team, Ru’s Riders, in support of cancer research. She learned the fun art of quilting while living in Tokyo and enjoys crafting works of art. She is also involved with the Therapy Dog organization, “Angel on a Leash” and often has her super soft and furry lovable dog, Maverick, by her side.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
9801 Frankford Ave, 9801 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, United States
USD 50.00 to USD 200.00
