According to their website, Think Beyond the Label (SM) is a partnership between health and human service and employment agencies with federal grants, coming together to build a national infrastructure and approach that connects employers with qualified candidates with disabilities. Put simply, their goal is to raise awareness that hiring people with disabilities makes good… Click to read the full article
Disability Resources – CareerZone
I’m always looking for websites to explore jobs with/for my clients. CareerZone was recommended to me by a colleague. The site links to jobs in California, but they have some really great resources on the site that anyone can use. You can explore the site using text only, graphics or flash (I’m hoping that means… Click to read the full article
Disability Resource – Quintessential Careers
I’ve been referring to this website so much late, I thought I’d better do it here as well! This is an excellent resource for job search preparedness. The site covers just about every topic needed for successful job placement – assessments, resume writing, interviewing skills, first days on the job, job stress, elevator speeches, and… Click to read the full article
Disability & Work – Gaps Strategy #6
Always remember that there is a thin line between making a good impression and deceiving an employer. Job seekers should never extend the length of time they were employed or add fictitious educational experience to cover a gap in their resume. The consequences of misrepresentation could mean losing the job. The best advice is to… Click to read the full article
Disability & Work – Gaps Strategy #4
Gaps in a resume are less problematic if good work experience can be illustrated. This is true even of volunteer experience not related to the specific field in which the job seeker is applying. If a job seeker is unemployed for an extended period of time, it might be a good idea to volunteer in… Click to read the full article
Disability & Work – Gaps Strategy #3
A job seeker can explain gaps either in the main body of a resume or in a cover letter. If a cover letter is used, a job seeker should take care to communicate a positive and confident attitude. By explaining the reason for the gap up front, an employer will not be left wondering and… Click to read the full article