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Connecting transition teams, students, parents and supports across Oregon. Real voices and stories throughout the state. A resource of the Oregon Transition Technical Assistance Network.
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Monday Aug 01, 2022
Monday Aug 01, 2022
SDM = Supported Decision Making. This episode explores the difference between guardianship and exercising SDM. There are various ways individuals can be supported for daily decisions, job exploration, financial literacy and post-secondary training and education. Listen as Josh and Mandy interview various professionals around these areas.
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Student from Southern Oregon, Jordyn Spires, shares a podcast she wrote, recorded and produced on her own. Jordan worked with the OTP team to learn skills to produce this bonus episode as a part of her goal to one day work in broadcasting and recording. Listen in on her interview about working with therapeutic horses and the benefits for clients riding and handling the horses.
Monday May 16, 2022
Monday May 16, 2022
Two students share their experiences stepping out into new areas of life, gaining confidence as they overcomes barriers. Hear their successes and also from those who supported them on the way. Interviews include experiences moving into college and work, and a student-created podcast project soon to be released as an OTP Bonus episode.
Friday Feb 18, 2022
Friday Feb 18, 2022
A spin-off of the myth-busters episode, the myth around social security income and work had so much great information it had to be added as its' own bonus episode. Mandy Younger interviews the Oregon Work Incentives Network on the world of SSI benefits management and work. WIN website
Friday Jan 14, 2022
Friday Jan 14, 2022
In Episode 2, the team presents myths around work and benefits with transition age youth and adults, and interviews subject matter experts to debunk them. Get some solid information to de-bunk those commonly expressed myths next time you hear them! Episode 2 also introduces us to a new feature you will enjoy..."The Voice of Pod".
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Friday Nov 05, 2021
Listen in on an interview with a student sharing his insights into paid summer work and some profound life lessons. The OTP production team reflects on episode 2 and the bonus on the RFA and its' success to establish preferences for students out in the workplace.
Monday Oct 25, 2021
Monday Oct 25, 2021
OTP welcomes a new co-host, Mandy Younger, Pre ETS Coordinator from Southern Oregon. Josh and Mandy interview students who participated in the 2001 summer paid work experience RFA grant through Oregon Vocational Rehabilitation as well as CJ Webb, coordinator for the program, who also shares on what it is, who it serves and how to apply for next summer 2022 RFA 4708. There is an end- teaser for a bonus episode coming soon with another student and his experience working in forestry related areas.
Monday Jul 12, 2021
Monday Jul 12, 2021
Follow the pathway and progression of students navigating their way to success during a year of pandemic, setting goals and reaching new achievements. Hear how parents and agency professionals build independence and motivate towards success in the final episode of OTP, Season 3. Transcript
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Acronyms can be confusing and the number used in the transition world is no exception. This episodes not only defines the different plans used by Vocational Rehabilitation, Education and Developmental Disabilities, but how they work together to create a strong collaborative plan and team. Transcript link
Monday Jan 25, 2021
Monday Jan 25, 2021
This is a bonus re-release of Season 2, Episode 7 - "Teamwork Makes the Dreamwork" with a new intro from Josh and Nicole. Pair this listen with our Season 3 Episode 4 on Seamless Transition and you have a perfect duo of seamless information. Enjoy! Transcript