In order for students with disabilities to really get a sense of independence, it is important that they explore their employment options. There are many opportunities in the employment world that offer jobs for adults with different disabilities. The following resources could help these students step foot in the right direction and find something that is suitable for them.
Resource # 1:
http://www.usajobs.gov/ei11.asp
This website is a site that is especially for the disabled adults seeking a job. It is a federal job site so these jobs are supported by the government. This site offers a way for people to post their resumes and get feedback through email. This site probably for a high functioning person that has had some background in experience and is capable of using the internet and making a resume.
Resource # 2:
Book: Finding a Job
This book is for students, adults, and people involved. It is designed to help these people acquire the necessary skills to find and keep a job. It teaches them to identify their skills, search for job openings, fill out applications, write cover letters and resumes, prepare for interviews and write follow up letters. You can purchase this book here:
http://wiscareers.wisc.edu/G_Catalog/cat_detail.asp?key=00369
Resource # 3:
http://www.jan.wvu.edu/links/adalinks.htm
This is a site that explains to people their rights as a person with a disability. It is important that they know what they deserve as a person and what they have the right to. It is necessary that all parties involved are aware of these rights.
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Christy,
ReplyDeleteI liked your resources. It seems as though that they are all geared towards your higher level students, which can be very good for them. Many of the information out there for persons with disabilities are either written at a level that is below them or way above them. You hardly find any that are right on target for some. Great job!
Amy
It is so important for people to understand that there are so many opportunities out there for employment with a little leg work. I found your 1st and 3rd articles both to be useful as well as interesting. Something that should certainly be addressed in transition planning and meetings.
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