In addition to attending state and national conferences, Amber participated in Department of Labor and Industries focus groups assisting with “enhanced” vocational services and Vocational Recovery Referrals (VRR) to improve vocational rehabilitation services for injured workers and employers. This included co-presenting at a VRR workshop on “How to Improve Communication Between Attending Provider and Employer” and provided VRR information at multiple Labor and Industries “Brown Bag” presentations in Eastern Washington. Previously, Amber assisted on a panel presentation for new approach to labor market survey research at Department of Labor & Industries conference.
Amber also has assisted in creating curriculum and presented at various workshops for career exploration and job seekers for Assessment for Career Employment, Job Search Toolbox and assisted with weekly job search support luncheons. Amber continues to conduct vocational interest and aptitude testing, and provides forensic review and opinion, and testimony.
Amber’s education includes graduating second in her high school class and then obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology with a minor in social work, Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling (MRC) along with certification in rehabilitation counselor (CRC) and ergonomic assessment (CEAS). When not working, she spends time with family and two dogs hiking, camping, and traveling to see concerts and spending time at the ocean.