2023 NCDA Global Career Development Conference
June 29 – July 2, 2023
Chicago, Illinois
Annual Spring Career Development Association Conference
Traversing Rough Waters: Lifelong Career Development in Chaotic Times
April 21, 2023, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Northern Illinois University, Naperville Campus
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Illinois Career Development Association
Illinois Association for Adult Development and Aging
September 17, 2022, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Symposium: Late Career and
Retirement Considerations
2022 In-Person & Hybrid Virtual Spring Conference
“Career Development in a Post-COVID World”
Session 1.
Presentation Career Management in the Time of COVID (and Beyond)
Presenter: Brian J. Pillsbury, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist, Assistant Director, NIU Career Services; President, Illinois Career Development Association
Dr. Pillsbury will examine career management, the intentional approach to one’s career development, through the lens of social cognitive theory of career self-management (Lent & Brown, 2013). The implications of this theory for adapting to the changes brought on by the pandemic will be explored.
Session 2.
Presentation Employment Outlook: 2020-2030
Presenter: Paul LaPorte, Regional Economist, U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)
Our clients’ search for the next stage in their career development should be informed by career knowledge – not just what careers are about but their projected growth and hiring trends. Mr. LaPorte will be presenting valuable data and projections from the BLS on the future of the job market. He will address general trends as well as information on specific jobs and industries that have been affected by the economic changes brought about by the COVID pandemic.
Session 3.
Presentation Impact of COVID-19 on Postsecondary & Employment Needs of Persons with Disabilities
Presenter: Bryan Dallas, Ph.D., CRC, LCPC, Associate Professor, Rehabilitation Counseling, NIU; Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
Individuals with disabilities were significantly impacted by COVID-19 in several ways including:
Decreased socialization, increased isolation including risk of personal safety, decreased quality of life and access to healthcare, and significant changes to employment and educational endeavors. Results of a survey on the impact of COVID-19 among postsecondary students with disabilities will be presented. Additionally, considerations on the employment needs of individuals with disabilities will also be addressed.
Session 4.
Panel Discussion The Benefits of NCDA Credentials for Today’s Practitioners
Moderator: Brian J. Pillsbury, Ph.D.
Panelist: Tracy Bareither, M.S., CMCS, Career and Education Advisor with AthLife
Panelist: Jane Goodman, Ph.D., CCSCC, NCC, NCCC, Professor Emerita, Counseling, Oakland University
Panelist: Libby Scanlan, MS Ed., CCC, Career Coach, Employment & Employer Services (E&ES)
Panelist: Kellee Watkins, LCSW, CCSP, Owner/Psychotherapist, Wisdom for the Journey; currently earning a Ph.D. in counselor education and supervision.
Panelists will discuss their respective NCDA certificates, including the decision and process to
earn the certification as well as the value that the certificate has brought to their careers.
Information on the certification process will be presented in hard copy and electronic formats.
Session 5.
Presentation and Facilitated Discussion DEI-Informed Practices for Career Practitioners
Presenter: Brian J. Pillsbury, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist, Assistant Director, NIU Career Services; President, Illinois Career Development Association
Over the last several years, incidents of social injustice targeting members of oppressed groups have heightened awareness of the need for sensitivity to matters of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in all sectors of society. Dr. Pillsbury will explore the concept of DEI-informed practice within the career development professions and will lead a discussion on ways that career practitioners can practice with cultural competence and DEI awareness and sensitivity. Bring your ideas for a lively discussion!
Session 6.
Presentation The Great Resignation: What It Is and Its Implications for Career Counselors
Presenter: Paula Kosin, M.S., LCPC, consultant and career coach
The coronavirus shut down our nation in March 2020, and within two months, a tsunami of workers decided to quit their jobs. And this dramatic and unexpected trend has continued into 2022. Who is resigning? Why are they resigning? Where are they going? And what are the challenges and opportunities for career counselors who are ideally positioned to provide information and guidance?
ICA is a co-sponsor for this event.
The ICA is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) and may offer NBCC-Approved Clock Hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. The ACAP solely is responsible for all aspects of the program. This program is recognized as providing CE Clock Hours for: LPC/LCPC/NCC (NBCC Provider #2014) LSW/LCSW (IDFPR license 159.001342) MFT (IDFPR license # 168.000228) and LicPsych (IDFPR license #268.000065).
If you wish to know more about this wonderful conference please contact: Vera Rodriguez Mancera at ilcareerdevelopmentassociation@gmail.com
2021 Hybrid Virtual Spring Conference
“Career Development Evolution”
Never has there been a more appropriate time to address the rapidly changing world of work than now. This year’s theme addresses the changes in career trends and how we as career counselors and career development specialists can best prepare our clients for 21st-century success. Our presenters will discuss diversity issues in career development, redefining career adaptability, and provide professional resources to help you do the work.
Earn Up To 6 CEs (will count towards NCDA credential renewals)
REGISTRATION
Online registration is available through the Illinois Counseling Association
LIVE STREAMED 4/16/2021 FROM 9:00 AM TO 12:30 PM
LIVE STREAM ONE (4.16): How Mental Health Impacts Career Development
Eric provides a brief overview of some of the latest studies on how mental health influences and shapes career development and discusses how systemic issues of inequity and injustice form a recursive relationship with mental health concerns. Presenter – Eric M. Brown, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Department of Counseling and Special Education
LIVE STREAM TWO (4.16): Getting back to work: Navigating the challenges of modern workplace amid a pandemic
Terrill offers a survey overview of the expanding range of employee rights and responsibilities in the workplace, focusing on COVID-19 related employment issues and challenges likely to be experienced as the workforce transitions back to on-site work. Presenter – Terrill A. Wilkins, Partner, Abrahamson Vorachek & Rdzanek (Chicago, Illinois)
LIVE STREAM THREE (4.16): Intersectionality in Career Development
Our panelists discuss multicultural clients’ affective needs in career transitions and practical ways to communicate Allyship/Accomplice status in your office space, resources, training, and other tangible ways.
Panel Moderator- Kellee Watkins, LCSW, CCSP, GCDF, owner of Wisdom for the Journey, LLC Panelists – David Akers, a vocational counselor and masters level graduate student at DePaul University Carla Chatham, M.Ed., LCPC, NCC, GCDF, CSCDA, President, Illinois Association for Multicultural Counseling (IAMC), 2020-2021 and Executive Committee, Association for the Advancement of the College Admission Profession (AACAP), Tamar Frolichstein-Appel, LPC, Senior Employment Services Advisor and Healthcare Sector Lead at Upwardly Global
PRE-RECORDED WEBINARS AVAILABLE FROM 4/16/2021-4/30/2021
The Future of Work-Preparing Students to Compete for 21st Century Careers
Brenda will share her experience in using the NCDA recommended guidelines for K-16 Youth and Adults. She will provide specific examples and resources Career Counselors can use to help students compete for 21st Century careers. Presenter- Brenda High, MS,GCDF, owner of Career Fitness, LLC and President of ScholarShop Mom
Addressing the STEM Crisis: How Counselors can Support Underrepresented Students in STEM
Autumn uses current literature to explain underrepresented high school and college students’ needs in STEM and offers counselors recommendations to enhance these students’ support.
Presenter: Autumn L. Cabell, Ph.D., LPC, CCC, NCC, Assistant Professor, Counseling DePaul University, College of Education and 20-21 Secretary, Illinois Career Development Association
The new stakes of career adaptability: supporting emerging adults’ career development in a post-pandemic world
Jon discusses key themes and perspectives for supporting young and emerging adults (and others) in navigating experiences of loss and transition in the new realities of the labor market.
Presenter – Jon Rosenfield, LCPC Associate Director, Career Development Advising and Education at Loyola University Chicago.
We are using a hybrid virtual format this year. Join us live on April 16th to discuss the impact of mental health, employment law, and diversity on career development. Then watch our three pre-recorded webinars between April 16th-30th for recommendations and resources to prepare students for 21st-century careers, support underrepresented students in STEM, and help emerging adults adapt to the changing labor markets.
One price for the full conference, no separate packages available.
VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
(no package price or per webinar price)
ICDA Division Student Member $20
Student Members of ICA and Non-Members of ICDA $25
Student Non-Members of ICA and ICDA (verification of student status required) $30
ICDA Division Member $60
Members of ICA and Non-Members of ICDA $70
Non-Members of ICA and ICDA $80
This conference is recognized as providing 6 CEs by the Illinois Counseling Association. ICA is a co-sponsor for this event. The ICA is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) and may offer NBCC-Approved Clock Hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. The ACAP solely is responsible for all aspects of the program. This program is recognized as providing CE Clock Hours for: LPC/LCPC/NCC (NBCC Provider #2014) LSW/LCSW (IDFPR license 159.001342) MFT (IDFPR license # 168.000228) and LicPsych (IDFPR license #268.000065).
If you wish to know more about this wonderful conference please contact:
Kellee Watkins at ilcareerdevelopmentassociation@gmail.com.
ICDA 2020 Virtual Conference – Live Streamed Webinar Series
ICDA Five Steps of Proactive Career Development
Friday, September 18, 2020 – November 20, 2020
Earn Up To 7.5 CEs (will count towards NCDA credential renewals)
The world of work is changing at an ever-increasing pace. Our clients will need to prepare for multiple career decision-making “forks in the road” over their lifetimes. These decision-making moments will sometimes happen at the most inopportune times. Initially, ICDA created the Five Steps of Proactive Career Development to help address our purpose to promote career development to all people over the lifespan in the state of Illinois. We now offer these steps as a framework for our clients to follow in their efforts to be prepared to face those forks, whenever they may present themselves.
PRESENTATION 1
Friday, September 18, 2020 – 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Step 1. Assess your interests, personality type, transferable skills and value.
Presenters – Kellee Watkins, LCSW, CCSP, GCDF, psychotherapist and owner of Wisdom for the Journey, LLC9
Brian Pillsbury, PhD, is the Assistant Director of Career Services at Northern Illinois University
PRESENTATION 2
Friday, October 2, 2020 – 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Step 2. Gather and Maintain current, accurate and comprehensive information about your chosen field.
Presenters – Katherine Males, Economist for the Economic Analysis and Information Department in the Chicago Regional Office of the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics
Lesley Cyrier, MLIS, Business Services Specialist at the Addison Public Library
PRESENTATION 3
Friday, October 16, 2020 – 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Step 3. Develop and sustain a clear focus or mission for your life’s work and re-evaluate regularly.
Presenters – Donna Sandberg, MS, NCC, LCPC, Career Counselor and owner Career Path
Tim Olsen, MA, LPC, NBCC, is a Psychotherapist at Clinical Care Consultants and the current Past President of ISERVIC
PRESENTATION 4
Friday, October 30, 2020 – 1:30pm – 3:00pm
Step 4. Network in person and via social media throughout your career.
Panel Moderator: Vera Rodriguez Mancera, MA, LPC is the current Illinois Career Development Association Past President
Panelists – Jim Fergle, Manager, Job Search and Veterans Services at workNet DuPage Career Center Panelist
Lauren Milligan, Job Search Coach and owner, ResuMayDay
Luis Fuentes, Real Estate Broker
PRESENTATION 5
Friday, November 20, 2020 – 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Panel 5 | Step 5. Be a life-long learner by engaging in professional development opportunities.
Presenter – David Barreto, MA, NCC, LCPC, co-owner of Lighthouse Professional Counseling Center and an Assistant Professor/Counselor at Waubonsee Community College
Tom Piekarczyk, MS, LCPC, Counselor, Waubonsee Community College
Anyone may attend this conference!
Price per Presentation Bundle Price (For all 5 Presentations)
ICDA Division Member $15/$60
ICA Member $15 $60
ICDA Division Student Member $5 *no package, purchase per webinar*
ICA Student Member $5 *no package, purchase per webinar*
Non-Member Student $5 *no package, purchase per webinar*
Non-Member $20 $80
*Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are waiving the Graduate student non-member fee*
Up to 7.5 CEs will be awarded for this conference.
If you wish to know more about this wonderful conference please contact Danette Schulz
at ilcareerdevelopmentassociation@gmail.com
ICDA 2019 Annual Spring Conference
Friday, April 26, 2019 | 8:00am to 4:00pm
Naperville campus of Northern Illinois University
1120 E. Diehl Rd, room 260, Naperville, IL 60563
Career Development Across the Lifespan
ICDA – 2019 – Conference – Brochure (pdf)
The theme of last year’s conference was chosen to help us better understand and assist with the variety of lifework related issues facing our clients and/or students at the various stages of their lives.
SESSION 1
Presentation | Meaning and Purpose: Living Your Core Values Throughout the Lifespan.
Presenter – Jonni Lukenbill-Bowles, LPC, NCC, BCC, CLRC is a counselor, coach and owner of Sage Prairie Studio.
Jonni’s presentation will address the questions: How can we harness the power of our learning to help our clients in their career lifespan? How do we help our clients achieve their AUTHENTIC CAREER? As a result of her lifelong study of eastern philosophies, she will share a secular list of those philosophies that can help us observe our clients and understand their career wholeness beyond their resume and career history and, in turn, assist them in getting in touch with their authentic self.
SESSION 2
Presentation | Beyond Age and Stage: Career Considerations from an Intersectional Framework
Presenter -Melissa Fickling, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Counseling at Northern Illinois University.
Career practitioners may feel that historical models of career development are not comprehensive enough for meaningful career counseling today. Intersectionality is a decades-old concept that is gaining more recognition in mainstream counseling discourse. In this presentation, we will consider how our clients’ experiences with privilege and oppression can shape and be shaped by career development phenomena, and the role of the career practitioner in broaching these topics.
SESSION 3
Presentation | Transitioning from College to Careers – A Look at Strategies, Resources and Best Practices
Viewed Through a Higher Ed Lens for Lifelong Career Success.
Presenter – Danette Schulz, MA, LPC, NCC is the Assistant Director for Academic Advising and Career Development at the Schaumburg campus of Roosevelt University.
This presentation will discuss new steps institutions are taking to integrate career readiness into the college experience with student focused initiatives aimed at helping students reflect, articulate, and translate their career readiness skills, knowledge and thinking. This will include looking at the Wise Wonderings system by Dr. Katherine Brooks and understanding Chaos Theory as a new tool when working through the transition process.
SESSION 4
Presentation | Blossoming at Midlife – Exploring the Opportunities That Come with Wisdom and Experience
Presenter – Nick Williams is the author of the international best-selling book, The Work We Were Born To Do
Nick will remote into our conference from London, UK and present the culmination of his research on leadership. Having found inspirational leadership to be a collaborative activity, full of opportunities to work alongside others and that our most powerful leadership is derived from a commitment to serve something greater than ourselves, Nick will take us into the middle years and discuss how our clients have the potential to lead and inspire.
SESSION 5
Panel | Lifework Issues Unique to the Older Worker Including the Non-Financial Aspects of Retirement Planning.
Panel Moderator – Donna Sandberg M.S., NCC, LCPC is a career counselor and owner of Career Path
Panelist – Susan Ackley, MA, LCPC, CADC, BC-TMH, CRC is the owner of Compass Point, LLC Counseling and Coaching
Panelist – Lauren Milligan, Job Search Coach and Owner, ResuMayDay
Panelist – Crystal Neal, PhD, LCPC is a Professor and President of the Illinois Association of Adult Development and Aging
SESSION 6
Best Practices Presentation and Facilitated Discussion | The Existential Issues of Lifework Planning Across the Lifespan
Session Moderator – David Barreto, MA, NCC, LPC is the co-owner of Lighthouse Professional Counseling Center and an Assistant Professor/Counselor at Waubonsee Community College.
Three best practices for addressing existential issues common to all will be shared. The presentations will be followed by a facilitated discussion among conference attendees with the objective of gathering best practices for a document to be prepared following the conference. This document will be placed on our ICDA website for the benefit of both our members and the public.
Conference Fees Include Continental Breakfast and Lunch.
ICDA Members: $80
Graduate Students: $60
Members of ICA and Non-Members of ICDA: $90
Non-Members of ICA and ICDA: $100
This conference is recognized as providing 6 CEs by the Illinois Counseling Association.
ICA is a co-sponsor for this event. The ICA is an NBCC-Approved Continuing Education Provider (ACEP) and may offer NBCC-Approved Clock Hours for events that meet NBCC requirements. The ACAP solely is responsible for all aspects of the program. This program is recognized as providing CE Clock Hours for: LPC/LCPC/NCC (NBCC Provider #2014) LSW/LCSW (IDFPR license 159.001342) MFT (IDFPR license # 168.000228) and LicPsych (IDFPR license #268.000065).
ICDA 2018 Spring Conference
Friday, April 27
Naperville campus of Northern Illinois University
1120 E. Diehl Rd
Naperville, IL 60563
The Future of the World of Work
Click here for details on the Spring Conference! (pdf)
The theme of last year’s conference was chosen to help us become better prepared to assist our clients and/or students navigate an ever rapidly changing world of work. We hope you were able to join us for this glimpse into the future.