A Modern Guide for Job Seekers with Disabilities

About the Video Series

An estimated one billion people live with one or more disabilities – physical, cognitive, non-apparent, or other – and each of those individuals faces unique challenges when searching for a job.

This four-part program addresses those challenges, providing tips and resources to overcome them. Hear personal work experiences from people with disabilities, as well as from employers and program administrators who provide professional training and guidance during the job search process.

Learners will walk away with the confidence, tools, and strategy they need to find a thriving career.

Part One

Finding A Job Is A Job
Approximate run time: 27 minutes

Part one in the video series outlines the job search process, providing tips at each step. Personal stories provide real-life background as viewers are encouraged to take stock of their skill set and interests, get connected to resources, establish a support network, and more.

Part Two

Interview Tips That Deliver Results
Approximate run time: 31 minutes

What can employers ask about a disability? Is the interview location accessible? Learn to navigate these unique barriers as well as common interview challenges such as what to wear and what questions to ask. Plus, hear directly from employers as they describe what they are looking for in a candidate.

Part Three

Making a Successful Transition to Work
Approximate run time: 17 minutes

You got the job! Now what? In part three of the Breaking Barriers video series, viewers learn what to consider when transitioning into a new role. Those tips include understanding your legal rights as a job seeker, learning how to self-advocate, setting realistic expectations, and more.

Part Four

Resources For Success On The Job
Approximate run time: 18 minutes

A job can be so much more than just a pay check. In part four, the video series dives into the peripheral benefits of finding a job where you can thrive. Hear real-life stories of people who found a sense of purpose, increased self-esteem, and financial independence when they successfully navigated the job search process. Take away their tips and resources so you can do the same.