| The following list is a compilation of websites with information of interest to job seekers and employees with disabilities. The list does not constitute any official endorsement or authorization by the County of San Bernardino. |
Americans with Disabilities Act Assistive Technology Disability Program Navigators Discrimination in the Workplace Grants, Scholarships and Other Sources of Financial Aid Job Search and Employment Tips Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Cancer Issues Résumé Databases, Job Listings and Internship Opportunities Self-Employment Options Social Security Benefits and Programs |
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Americans with Disabilities Act The ADA: Your Employment Rights as an Individual with a Disability |
| Assistive Technology Ability Hub provides information about adaptive equipment and alternative methods for accessing computers. Assistivetech.net provides a searchable database to help target solutions, determine costs and find vendors of assistive technology products. Assistive Technology Fund provides grants to cover 50% of the retail price of adaptive devices or software for eligible applicants who are legally blind and residents of the United States. |
| Disability Program Navigators Disability Program Navigators serve as a resource to the local workforce investment areas on federal, state, local and private programs that impact the ability of individuals with disabilities to enter and remain in the workforce. |
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Discrimination in the Workplace What to Do if You Have Been Discriminated Against Filing a complaint with the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing Filing a complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission |
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Grants, Scholarships and other Sources of
Financial Aid Grants for Individuals |
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Job Search and Employment Tips Accessible IRS Tax Forms and Publications Americans with Disabilities Act – A Guide for People with Disabilities Seeking Employment Disability Benefits 101 provides information about health coverage and benefit programs to help Californians understand their options for employment. Disclosing Your Disability to an Employer Earnworks provides tips to help job seekers prepare for employment, including tips for résumés, interviews, cover letters, understanding the law, and disclosing a disability Essential Elements of an Effective Job Search Finding a Job That is Right for You Hire Disability Solutions includes information on self-employment, employee rights, and assistive technology. Job Applicants and the Americans with Disabilities Act Requesting and Negotiating Reasonable Accommodations Writing and Formatting a Scannable Resume |
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Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Cancer
Issues Cancer Legal Resource Center provides information on cancer-related legal issues, such as employment rights, insurance benefits or coverage, government benefits and access to health care. Handling Your Psychiatric Disability in Work and School Mental Health Information for Individuals includes the location of treatment facilities. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) Information Helpline provides general information on illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression; information about treatments and supports; and referrals to organizations serving the needs of those affected by mental illness. San Bernardino County Network of Care provides information about mental health and substance abuse services, laws, insurance, support and advocacy, and other resources. Substance Abuse Help for Individuals includes the location of treatment facilities. |
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Résumé Databases, Job Listings and
Internship Opportunities AbilityLinks.org American Foundation for the Blind Career Connect American Council of the Blind Job Connections Career Builder.com DisabilityWORK.com Employer Assistance & Recruiting Network (EARN) Entry Point! offers paid summer internship opportunities in private industry and government agencies for undergraduate and graduate students with disabilities who are pursuing degrees in Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science and some fields of Business. Equal Opportunity Publications Federal Jobs for People with Disabilities Hire Potential HIRE.US HireDeaf.com Indeed.com Job Access Job Search USA State of California Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP) National Business & Disability Council Job List National Business & Disability Council Resume Post ODEP Job Links recruitABILITY Workforce Recruitment Program for postsecondary students and recent graduates with disabilities |
| Self-Employment Options Entrepreneurship: A Flexible Route to Economic Independence for People with Disabilities Small Business and Self Employment for People with Disabilities The Small Business and Self Employment Service |
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Social Security Benefits and Programs Apply for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits online Benefits Planning Calculators
Compassion In Action provides advocacy services free of charge to
individuals who need assistance with Social Security disability benefits,
Medicaid or Medi-Cal issues. |