New Course Alert – Thriving at Work: Self-Care Basics

Whether you’re new to case management or have been supporting families for years, self-care at work is essential. Our new online course, launching in mid-October, will help you understand what workplace self-care is, explore helpful resources, and discover easy ways to incorporate self-care into your daily routine.

When you take care of yourself, you can do your best for others. You can search for Thriving at Work: Self-Care Basics in the Learning Center starting October 15.

Upcoming Classes

Balancing Domestic Abuse Issues and W-2 Participation - Virtual Classroom
Workshop participants will develop an understanding of domestic abuse and develop strategies for working with victims/survivors of domestic abuse.

• December 3 - 6, 2024

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Note: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

Building the BEST Connections in Case Management - Virtual Classroom
What’s the secret to guiding conversations with participants about assessment, goals, activities, and accommodations? Discover the BEST approach to build a solid foundation for your case management practices.

You’ll learn how the BEST approach fits into principles of assessment, then apply those concepts to W-2 assessments, EP goals, EP activities, and accommodations.

• October 7 - 10, 2024

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Note: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

Practical Applications in CWW - Virtual Classroom
The purpose of this course is to develop a clear understanding of CWW processes and to use CWW accurately in W-2 eligibility determination.

• October 30 - 31, 2024

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Reminder: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

NOTE: This is a very popular course, and classes often have a wait list. If you have taken this course within the last two years, you likely will be allocated out of a wait-listed class. Consider accessing the CWW Troubleshooting: How to Get the System to Work for You Webinar.

W-2 Case Management and You - Virtual Classroom
When it comes to W-2 Case Management, you've learned about the policy, processes, and working with participants. But where do you fit in? In this course, you reflect introspectively on your own strategies for prioritizing time management, establishing healthy boundaries, and practicing self-care. You also work collaboratively to share ideas and strategies. Learn how self-reflection sets you up to be a successful Case Manager.

• November 19 - 20, 2024

For more details about this course and/or to register: Learning Center.

Note: This course is required for new W-2 workers. New workers have one year from date of hire to complete this course.

Congratulations!
Join us in congratulating the following individuals who have successfully completed all the requirements of initial W-2 New Worker Training for their specific job function during August 2024.

Take the time to congratulate them and provide them with your support as they make the transition from new worker to ongoing worker.

The 11 Smartest Fall Health Tips to Keep You and Your Staff Well
Fall is here!

With the changing of seasons comes the need to make lifestyle changes, too. It’s a great time to reset your health routines and continue healthy habits. A cornerstone of healthy fall habits will keep your immunity strong and your mind clear as you wrap up another busy year. Staying active, taking essential vitamins, and prioritizing self-care are just a few of the ways to do it.

This list will cover fall-specific health tips like:

• Staying mindful of eating healthy foods (not just comfort foods)
• Keeping skin moisturized to prevent chapping and bleeding
• Getting an annual flu shot before the end of October
• Focusing on financial wellness before the holidays

More information

Learning Center Tips

Training Sites and Lodging Guide
You enrolled in a workshop, you received a confirmation letter, and you marked the date and location on your calendar. Now you need driving directions and lodging information.

Getting to a Training Session
Your confirmation letter includes the name, street address, and phone number of the training site.

To obtain detailed driving directions to a training site, you can use your computer’s web browser to go to any mapping web site. One popular site is Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps

Enter your starting location and ending (destination) location. You will see driving directions, a map with your route highlighted, and approximate mileage and driving time. You can print the map and directions.

If there are any unique parking instructions/information related to the training location, this will be included in your confirmation letter as well.

Lodging Guide
If you need information on lodging, click on Lodging Guide in the Training Support section in the left navigation area on the Learning Center home page. This will open the Wisconsin Lodging Guide web site (http://www.wisconsinlodging.org/) where you can find information about lodging in Wisconsin.

Enjoy the Workshop!

Reminders

Print Your Own Participant Guides
Training participants are responsible for downloading and printing their own Participant Guides. Directions regarding this are included in the confirmation letter. 

Inclement Weather Phone Number
The Partner Training Team offers a phone number to call when the weather doesn't cooperate with training plans. If you wonder if your class will be held, call the Inclement Weather Number at 608-422-6322 before you drive! A recorded message will announce the status of training sessions.