Calling all managers and supervisors! Join us for an essential workshop that will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to support transgender, non-binary, and gender diverse employees in the workplace. During this interactive workshop, you will gain a foundational understanding of gender identity, explore the rich history of the gender diversity across the globe, and learn best practices for creating a gender-inclusive workplace. Through engaging activities and real-life scenarios, you'll develop a clear understanding of how to foster a gender inclusive workplace environment in your role as a leader and identify practical strategies to create a culture of respect and support for transgender, non-binary, and gender diverse employees.

The next session will be held on April 24, from 9 a.m. to noon. See all available sessions and register HERE.

In this two-hour workshop, participants will learn about the long history of gender diverse peoples across the globe, foundational knowledge of gender and sexuality, and best practices to support a gender diverse workforce.

Participants will have the opportunity to move through real-life scenarios, apply their understanding of pronoun use, and develop strategies to advance gender equity at King County.

The next session will be held on May 19, from 10 a.m. to noon. See all available sessions and register HERE.

Equity, Racial, and Social Justice Fundamentals is the first in a series of trainings designed to support King County employees in learning about equity and social justice and in particular racial justice at King County. Using videos, small group conversations and sharing of information and resources, participants will be able to:

• Explain the concepts of equity and inequity
• Examine King County disparities related to race and racism
• Summarize King County’s commitment to equity and social justices
• Identify ways you can advance equity in your everyday interactions 

The next session is scheduled on May 31, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. You can view all available sessions and enroll HERE.

Created in partnership with the Office of Equity, Racial, and Social Justice, Equity and Leadership is designed to support participants’ ability to recognize the role that race and racism have on disparities in our workforce and to understand the responsibility for people leaders to create racially equitable work environments for their teams.

Participation is free and May offers a session with availability on Tuesday, May 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. You can view all available sessions and enroll HERE.       

This 60-minute, virtual group forum is your opportunity to ask Career Support Services staff follow-up questions about interviewing for King County jobs.

Prerequisite: This open forum is for employees who have attended a Career Support Services’ Strategic Interviewing Tips and Techniques workshop or completed the one-hour, self-paced, eLearning course.

There is currently one session scheduled on May 11, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Click here to enroll.

This 90-minute virtual instructor-led, small group workshop is designed to provide mock interview practice and feedback using the STAR-LA method as taught by King County Career Support Services.

Prerequisite: This workshop is for participants who have attended the Career Support Services led Strategic Interviewing Tips and Techniques online workshop or have watched the 10-minute STAR-LA method video found on the Career Support Services website at www.kingcounty.gov/CSS.  This workshop will take place May 4, from noon to 1 p.m. Click HERE  to register and to see additional dates. 

This two-hour virtual workshop will provide you tips and strategies on how to make your application materials stand out. Learning objectives include: • Understanding the purpose of the job application, resume, cover letter and supplemental questions and how to make each of them more effective • Deciding what to include in your resume and the best format to showcase your qualifications • How to write a cover letter tailored to the specific position • Identifying and showcasing your accomplishments and transferable skills The next workshop will take place on May 10, 2023, from 9 to 11AM. Click HERE to register.

This eLearning will provide you with strategies and tips to help you to do your best during the interview.

You can enroll here. 

Learning objectives include:

• How to prepare for a virtual or in-person job interview
• The interview structure and types of questions you will be asked
• The STAR-LA method and how to use it to provide organized and complete responses
• General tips and strategies

Would you like to have a mentor, someone who can help you grow professionally? Do you want to strengthen your coaching skills? As a Mentee, you will have a trusted advisor who can help you navigate complex situations, and as a Mentor, you can uncover new or forgotten skills and build influence.

This Lunch and Learn is free with the next session on May 24, from noon to 1 p.m. 

You can learn more about the program here, King County Mentoring Program, and you can find a session and enroll HERE!

Balanced You partners with the National Council of Behavioral Health to offer Mental Health First Aid@Work (MHFA@Work) trainings. These trainings are available to all County employees, free of charge.

MHFA@Work is an interactive, skills-based training program that teaches you and your team how to identify, understand and respond to signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges. You’ll build skills and confidence you need to reach out and provide initial support to a colleague who’s struggling. You’ll also learn how to help connect them to appropriate employee resources or reach out for emergency services when necessary.

• Tuesday, April 25 from 1 to 5 p.m. Register here.

View the full MHFA@Work training schedule for 2023.