Employment Resources
Access Living offers a variety of skills building and asset building programs that are helpful for people with disabilities eager to enter the workforce. In addition to programs at Access Living, there are a variety of other programs available in the city that may be helpful. Below is information about several services and organizations that may help your employment search.
| Title | Date |
|---|---|
| Job Readiness Introduction A site with helpful information, tips and resources on Job Readiness Read More | May 7, 2012 |
| DisabilityworksAn initiative from the Chicago Chamber of Commerce that works to increase economic opportunities for people with disabilities.Read More | Nov 3rd, 2008 |
| Guide for People with Disabilities Seeking EmploymentAmericans with Disabilities ActRead More | Nov 3rd, 2008 |
| The Job Accommodation NetworkJAN's mission is to facilitate the employment and retention of workers with disabilities by providing employers, employment providers, people with disabilities, their family members and other interested parties with information on job accommodations, self-employment and small business opportunities.Read More | Nov 3rd, 2008 |
| Ability LinksA Job Opportunity Website for Persons with Disabilities and Leading Employers. Read More |
Jun 11th, 2008 |
| Anixter Center - Professional Placement ProgramThe mission of Anixter Center is to enhance the ability of individuals living with or at risk of disabilities to live, learn, work, and play in the community. Having merged with three nonprofits (CALOR, Chicago Hearing Society, and the National Lekotek Center), Anixter Center is now the 13th largest nonprofit in Chicago.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| City of Chicago Office of Workforce DevelopmentThe Mayor's Office of Workforce Development (MOWD) helps Chicago businesses find qualified workers and assists Chicago residents to train for, get, maintain, and advance in their jobs. MOWD works through Mayor Daley’s WorkNet Chicago, its network of over 100 community-based and citywide organizations, to: Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| Disabled Youth Peer Development Initiative (DYPDI)Mayor’s Office for People with DisabilitiesDYPDI encourages independent living, nurtures leadership skills through mentoring and expands the horizons of young people with disabilities.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| Get Organized NowThis website offers many tips and ideas to help you organize your home, organize your office and organize your life!Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| UMKC Institute for Human DevelopmentGuide to real person centered planningPerson-Centered Planning empowers people with disabilities by focusing on the desires and abilities of the individual.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| Illinois Career Path - disabilities ServicesIllinois CareerPath Institute provides supportive services to students with disabilities in order to enable them become independent and successful in their training and workplace. This is not a free service, but it can be funded by Voc Rehab.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| Illinois Lifespan - Developmental DisabilitiesIllinois Life Span is the statewide information and advocacy coordination system for people with developmental disabilities.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| Jewish Vocational Services of Chicago -Disability ProgramJVS provides individualized job development, resume preparation, vocational planning, application procedures, sign language interpreting, job placement and follow-up services.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| Marriot Foundation - Bridges to Work job training programBridges develops and supports mutually beneficial job placements to meet the workforce needs of local employers and the vocational goals of young people.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| Mayor’s Office for People with DisabilitiesMOPD provides a variety of employment services for people with disabilities and employers including training resources, job search assistance and workshops on disability awareness and workplace accommodations.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| RIC Career OpportunitiesRehabilitation Institute of Chicago A listing of employment opportunities from RIC, a strong supporter of, and collaborator with Access Living.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
| Illinois Department of Human ServicesRehabilitation ServicesThe Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services works in partnership with people with disabilities and their families to assist them in making informed choices to achieve full community participation through employment, education, and independent living opportunities.Read More | Jun 11th, 2008 |
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