Identifying, Confirming and ‘Announcing’ Site Accessibility: One Programs Three-Tiered Approach to Inclusive Field Placement

Thursday, November 10, 2022

2:35 PM – 3:50 PM

Location: Pacific Ballroom A

Earn 1 CE

Main Presenter(s)

Kimberly AE Carter, Phd, MSW

Associate Professor/Practicum Education Director & Dept Chair
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE)
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States

Brianna N. Dennis, BSW

Student Worker, Field Office Team
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Waterloo, Illinois, United States
Hannah Puckett, BSW

Student Worker, Field Office Team
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Tallahassee, Florida, United States

Upon completion, the participant will be reminded of the social justice responsibility that field offices hold for ensuring accessible practicum placements for all students. Presenters will introduce participants to rights-based perspective and discuss core tenets around empowering the rights of marginalized students.
Upon completion, the participant will learn strategies for identifying and evaluating the capacity of field placement sites to provide accessible and inclusive spaces for students. Participants will also get tips on how to promote field sites that demonstrate accessibility and disability inclusion. Program development and evaluation outcomes will be shared.
Upon completion, participants will be able to identify how they can implement a multi-tier field office administrative approach aimed at ensuring that all students have access to welcoming and accessible placement options. Adaptable tools and tips will be shared.