8:30 - 9:00 NETWORKING BREAKFAST Bring your continental breakfast to your employment track meeting room. A chance to get to know the presenters and the other participants in the track in a casual manner. Brian Nelson 9:00 - 10:20 MASTERING THE FUNDAMENTALS This session will provide a basic overview of the ADA Amendments Act and the EEOC regulations that define the duties and responsibilities of employers and employees. Case studies will be discussed. Carol Miaskoff Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 10:40 - 12 Noon WHAT DO I KNOW, AND WHAT CAN I LEARN? In this session, we will discuss when an employee puts an employer on notice of the need for accommodations under the ADA, and we will cover when, how, and why an employer may undertake inquiries of employees without violating the ADA and GINA. Carol Miaskoff Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 12 Noon - 1 PM Luncheon hosted by the National Institute on Employment Issues 1:00 - 2:00 YOU CAN DO HARD THINGS – PART 1 Using realistic scenarios, this interactive workshop will focus on more complex requests, such as, extended leave, teleworking, bossectomies, reassignment, and other challenging issues. Practical accommodation approaches, solutions, and undue hardship principles will be explored and discussed. Carol Miaskoff Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 2:15 - 3:15 YOU CAN DO HARD THINGS – PART 2 This is a continuation of the preceding session. See description above. Carol Miaskoff Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 3:30 - 4:30 DIRECT THREAT In this session, we will present case law and case studies that demonstrate this critical nuance of the ADA, which many employers fail to understand this principle, to their detriment. Carol Miaskoff Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 4:45 – 6:00 ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT’S NETWORKING RECEPTION Come and meet your Speakers and our board of directors and network further with your fellow participants in a relaxed atmosphere and enjoy snacks and refreshments. TIME Day Three - Wednesday, October 24, 2018 EMPLOYMENT FACULTY 9:00 - 10:20 EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS TO MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES We will focus on the challenges of addressing mental health issues in the workplace and will present case studies to illustrate sound practices and effective solutions. Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain
10:40 - 12 Noon WHAT DID YOU SAY, DOCTOR? In this session, we will present and discuss the challenges of conflicting medical opinions and the collision of inconsistent employee health complaints. Fitness for duty evaluations will be a significant component of this session. Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 12 Noon - 1:00 Luncheon hosted by the National Association of ADA Coordinators 1:00 - 2:00 STAYING THE COURSE – PART 1 In this session, we will cover the critical and challenging interplay among employee performance, conduct, and reasonable accommodations. Drug and alcohol use will also be presented and discussed via case studies and case law. Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 2:15 - 3:15 STAYING THE COURSE – PART 2 This session is a continuation of Part One, described above. Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 3:30 - 4:30 FACT OR FICTION? Employers are often clueless when it comes to essential and marginal functions and cannot defend their qualification standards. Demonstrative case studies and case law will be presented and discussed to underscore the importance of these key principles. Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 7:30 PM - THE ASSOCIATION’S GOT TALENT! Semi-annual ‘KARAOKE CHALLENGE’ Wednesday Evening - 7:30 PM - Refreshments for all TIME Day Four - Thursday, October 25, 2018 EMPLOYMENT TRACK FACULTY 9:00 - 10:20 AM BROADEN YOUR PERSPECTIVE In this interactive session we intend to expand your understanding of the important interplay and distinctions among FMLA, ADA, Workers’ Compensation, and other disability benefits. Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 10:40 - 12 Noon THERE’S MORE TO BE DONE In this session we will cover employer liability exposures, such as disability-related harassment and retaliation and how to prevent them. Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 12 Noon - 1:00 Luncheon hosted by Medical Education Development and International Consulting (MEDIC)
1:00 - 2:00 UNDUE HARDSHIP The oft-misunderstood principle of undue hardship in the employment setting will be highlighted in this session with case law and case studies. Brian Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 2:15 - 3:15 LESSONS LEARNED – THE HARD WAY The session will review some incredible mistakes made by employers and underscore critical principles and practices that employers must understand and apply to avoid liability. Nelson Mary Jo O’Neill Nicole St. Germain 3:30 - 4:30 CONCLUDING GENERAL SESSION HOW DO YOU DO THAT? You’re not alone! Hear from – and ask questions of -- ADA Coordinators who face the same issues you face every day. We’ve assembled a group of experienced ADA Coordinators from state and local government agencies, colleges and universities, and other entities who will reveal the things they wish they had known early on, as well as their practical tips. John Wodatch with A of current ADA Coordinators and Professional Associates