2023 MIDWEST CONFERENCE AGENDA WITH LEARNING OBJECTIVES

Time/Title Speakers
(click here for bios)		 Learning Objectives Accreditation Details
8:45 -9:00 AM CT
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9:00-9:30 AM CT
Welcome
 Rachel Becker, LMSW, Deputy Director, Cancer and Careers No CE/CNE/PDC credit
9:30-11:45 AM CT
Navigating Work After Diagnosis
  • Rachel Becker, LMSW, Deputy Director, Cancer and Careers
  • Scott Sinclair, Senior Manager of Programs, Cancer and Careers
  • Attendees will be able to describe methods for gathering the necessary information and creating an action plan for patients working during or after treatment.
  • Attendees will be able to explain the nuances of disclosure in the workplace and identify considerations for patients who are making disclosure decisions.
  • Attendees will be able to give examples of effective communication techniques in the workplace when managing a diagnosis.
    		• 2.25 CE, CNE or PDC
    - ASWMB & NYSED (social work)
    - ANCC & CABRN (nursing)
    - SHRM (HR pros)
    -Interactive Elements:
    -Real-time polls
    -15-min Q&A
    -Chat box
    11:45-12:45 PM CT
    Lunch     		No CE/CNE/PDC credit
    12:45-2:15 PM CT
    Job Hunting in 2023    		 Julie Jansen, Executive and Career Coach, Author
  • Attendees will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the challenges their patients face when seeking new employment after a cancer diagnosis.
  • Attendees will be able to recognize the current job market and the impact on cancer patients and survivors looking for work.
  • Attendees will be able to describe best practices for crafting resumes and cover letters, networking, and interviewing for those looking for work after a cancer diagnosis.
    		•  1.5 CE, CNE or PDC
    -ASWB & NYSED (social work) -ANCC & CABRN (nursing)
    -SHRM (HR pros)
    -Interactive Elements:
    -Real-time polls
    -15-min Q&A
    -Chat box
    2:15-2:30 PM CT
    Break    		 No CE/CNE/PDC credit
    2:30-3:30 PM CT
    Self-Care: Practical Approaches to Work & Beyond    		 Wade Iwata, LICSW, OSW-C, Social Worker, Neuro-oncology, Seattle Children's Hospital
  • Attendees will be able to assist cancer patients/survivors in defining what effective self-care means to them.
  • Attendees will be able to identify barriers to self-care specific to cancer patients/survivors working during/after treatment.
  • Attendees will be able to identify types of self-care and strategies for supporting patients in implementing self-care practices at work and at home.
    		•  1 CE, CNE or PDC
    -ASWB & NYSED (social work) -ANCC & CABRN (nursing)
    -SHRM (HR pros)
    -Interactive Elements:
    -Real-time polls
    -15-min Q&A
    -Chat box
    3:30-4:00 PM CT
    Closing Remarks    		 No CE/CNE/PDC credit

    Sponsors of the 2023 Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer

    Gold

    Genentech   

    Silver

    Pfizer Oncology     P&G Beauty Logo     QVC Logo

    Bronze

    Brickhouse SecurityLLSServier Logo

    Patron

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