Working with Job Seekers with Disabilities

Summary
This full-day workshop will cover the following topics:

•      *Understanding the disability landscape in Chicago
•      *Best practices, programs and strategies in working with job seekers with disabilities
•      *How to best assess and advocate for your clients with disabilities
•      *Understanding some of the barriers your job seekers face in finding employment
•      *How to make yourself and your organization an asset to employers

Participants will have the opportunity to hear from a panel of providers and interact with other professionals serving clients with disabilities.

Audience
Participants should be staff who are new to working with job seekers with disabilities or new to working directly with employers to create opportunities for people with disabilities.

Course Duration
Full day workshop

Costs
Members: $75
Non-Members: $115

Location

TBD