Autism

Workplace Accommodations

• Accommodation Ideas for Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Accommodation Ideas for Learning Disabilities
• Microsoft Guide for Computer Use for People With Learning Disabilities
• Microsoft Guide for Accessibility Features for Neurodiversity

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Social Security

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Disclosure

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Job Search Preparation

• Asperger's 101 is a resources for job seekers with high-functioning Autism and Asperger's Syndrome.
• Autism Speaks Employment Tool Kit provides tips and tools for job seekers.
• An Employers Guide to Understanding Autism highlights keys to success that supervisors can use as they orient, train and support their employees with autism.
• Pre-Employment Transition Services provides opportunities for students with disabilities to learn through work and education.
• Successful Autism Spectrum Hiring Programs — This CBS news story documents successful Autism Spectrum hiring programs and spotlights companies that recruit candidates with autism.

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Job Search Tools

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Employment Laws, Discrimination & Advocacy

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Blindness & Visual Impairments

Workplace Accommodations

• Accommodation Ideas for Blindness
• Accommodation Ideas for Low Vision
• Check Out the ICBVI Store for a Variety of Low Vision Aids
• Used Equipment Services for Vision Loss
• Microsoft Vision Guide for Computer Use

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Social Security

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Disclosure

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Job Search Preparation

• Careers in Blindness and Low Vision Learn about careers in the field of blindness and visual impairments (B/VI).
• Career Connect — Expanding career possibilities for people with vision loss.
• Idaho Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired (ICBVI) is a state agency which assists blind and visually impaired individuals achieve independence.
• National Federation of the Blind and Visually Impaired provides workplace resources for both an individual with blindness and the employer.
• Transition To Work — A WIOA program activity guide for teens who are visually impaired.
• Understanding Employer Knowledge and Attitudes Have you ever wondered what prospective employers know about the ways blind people perform job tasks?

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Job Search Tools

• Careers with Vision — An employment resource to serve people who are blind and seeking employment with NIB-associated agencies.

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Employment Laws, Discrimination & Advocacy

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Hearing Loss

Workplace Accommodations

• Accommodation Ideas for Hearing Impairment
• Accommodation Ideas for Deafness
• Accommodations from NITD
• Used Equipment Services for Hearing Loss
• Microsoft Hearing Guide for Computer Use

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Social Security

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Disclosure

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Job Search Preparation

• The Hearing Loss Association of America developed an Employment Toolkit for job seekers with hearing loss.
• Pre-Employment Transition Services provides opportunities for students with disabilities to learn through work and education.

Also see general Job Search Preparation tips for all disabilities.

Job Search Tools

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Employment Laws, Discrimination & Advocacy

• EEOC Guidance - Q and A about Deafness and Hearing Impairments in the Workplace

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Mental Health Impairments

Workplace Accommodations

• Job Accommodation Ideas for Mental Health Impairments
• Accommodations to Maximize Productivity
• Employees' Practical Guide to Requesting Accommodations

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Social Security

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Disclosure

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Job Search Preparation

• A Practical Guide for People with Mental Health Conditions Who Want to Work — This guide is designed to help job seekers with mental health disabilities determine if working is right for them and to help them be successful if they do decide to work.

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Job Search Tools

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Employment Laws, Discrimination & Advocacy

• EEOC Guidance — Depression, PTSD & Other Mental Health Conditions: Your Legal Rights

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Mobility Disability

Workplace Accommodations

• Accommodation Ideas for Back Conditions
• Accommodation Ideas for Limitations in Mobility
• Employees' Practical Guide to Requesting Accommodations
• Can Employers Request Medical Documentation?
• Ergonomics in the Workplace
• Microsoft Computer Use Guide for People who Have Low Mobility or Dexterity
• Computer Workstations eTool

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Social Security

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Disclosure

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Job Search Preparation

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Job Search Tools

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Employment Laws, Discrimination & Advocacy

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Veterans with Disabilities

Workplace Accommodations

• Job Accommodation Ideas for Veterans

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Social Security

​Social Security's website for Veterans​ provides information. Some wounded warriors and veterans who have a compensation rating of 100% P&T are unaware that Social Security may expedite the processing of their disability claims. In addition, veterans may not realize they can sometimes qualify for both VA and Social Security benefits.

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Job Search Preparation

• CareerOneStop's Veteran and Military Transition Center — Put your military skills to work. Enter your military job and where you live. CareerOneStop will match it to civilian careers that use similar skills and show you job openings in those careers.
• FEDSHIREVETS — Since the establishment of the Veterans Employment Initiative, the federal government has led the charge to honor your service by promoting opportunities for you and your family to continue your service as federal civilian employees.
• Journey to Success-Employment tools for Veterans with Disabilities — This document describes services that help veterans with a disability enter the workforce and find fulfilling employment. Some of the services are open only to veterans, but many of them are available to any American with a disability.
• Military Spouses helps connect military spouses with employers.
• My Next Move For Vets provides information to help veterans learn more about an industry or career choice.
• Veterans' Employment and Training Service — Serves veterans and separating service members by preparing them for meaningful careers, providing employment resources and expertise and protecting their employment rights.
• VETERANS.GOV is designed to be the virtual "first stop" in the employment search process for veterans, transitioning service members, and their spouses — and for employers in the hiring process.

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Job Search Tools

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Social Security

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Disclosure

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Employment Laws, Discrimination & Advocacy

• Depression, PTSD & Other Mental Health Conditions: Your Legal Rights
• elaws — Veteran's Employment and Career Transition Advisor

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Criminal Convictions

Workplace Accommodations

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Social Security

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Disclosure

• How to Disclose a Criminal Conviction

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Job Search Preparation

• A Job Seekers Guide to Employment Background Checks
• Federal Bonding Progam: The Department of Labor can provide free insurance through the Federal Bonding Program for an employer for up to six months. This can give a person who has poor credit or a conviction the chance to prove that they are a reliable employee.
• Job Search Help for Ex-Offenders - Move Past your Criminal Record
• Job Search Guide for People with a Criminal Record (PDF)
• Step Ahead helps job seekers with felony convictions and other criminal charges know their work options, set goals, get training and be successful in their job search.
• Step Ahead Workbook (PDF)
• Ten Critical Steps for Ex-Offenders to Get Back into the Workforce
• Jobs Affected by Criminal Record Before you job search, you need to know if you are restricted from working in certain types of occupations.
• Skills Gained in Prison - The skills you gained from work assignments and training programs can help you get a good job.

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Job Search Tools

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Employment Laws, Discrimination & Advocacy

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