Accommodating Mental Disabilities and Neurodiversity in the Workplace

McLennan Ross will review the law and provide practical advice regarding accommodations for mental disabilities and neurodiversity

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Accommodating Mental Disabilities and Neurodiversity in the Workplace

How can an employer successfully accommodate mental disabilities and neurodiversity in the workplace? When is an employer’s duty to accommodate triggered? What are best practices for an employer in responding to accommodation requests and developing accommodation plans?

The McLennan Ross Labour & Employment team has a wealth of experience advising clients regarding accommodations relating to mental disabilities & neurodivergent conditions, maintaining psychologically safe workplaces and minimizing risks associated with human rights, OHS and privacy legislation. 

In this seminar, Anthony Espejo and Stephanie Lawless will review the law and provide you with practical advice regarding accommodations for mental disabilities and neurodiversity. 

Topics covered in this presentation include: 

·    Legal obligations of Employers

·    Identifying accommodation needs

·    Procedural and substantive aspects of accommodation

·    Developing accommodation plans and types of accommodations

·    Education and training workforce

·    Inclusive hiring practices and recruitment

Who Should Attend

This webinar is designed for in-house counsel, human resources, labour relations, and operations professionals.

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