Attracting and Maintaining Persons With Disabilities at Your Agency
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The world population is becoming increasingly diverse, and the workforce is changing along with it. With a growing number of people from different walks of life and with different skills, working in teams has become more important than ever.
It’s no longer enough to have your own skills and talents. These days, you have to be team players, too. Studies have shown that when employees feel that they have a sense of cohesion with their colleagues, which is often spearheaded by leadership, they are more likely to stay happy with their jobs.
Part of sustaining a team image is by hiring people of all abilities, and that includes people with disabilities. However, you might not be sure how to market your job openings to disabled people.
To help you diversify your workforce and hire people with disabilities, this guide brought to you by Careers in Government is a great opportunity to learn how to do it.
Make a more inclusive culture
Employers must create an environment where people with disabilities feel comfortable in their workplace to attract them. This includes not only hiring people with disabilities but also learning about their unique needs and understanding any barriers they might face.
Offer Career Planning Opportunities
Providing career planning opportunities is one of the best ways you can attract disabled employees. They will feel that they aren’t just looking for a job but also have a long-term relationship with your company.
This can be done by pairing them with mentors or creating mentorships where they can learn and collaborate with senior employees.
Many workers value the opportunity to grow and learn at work. This development opportunity will make you stand out in the marketplace and demonstrate your commitment to employee growth. It will also increase your chances of attracting and keeping talented employees with disabilities.
This opens up new career opportunities for employees looking to advance their careers.
For people with disabilities, create internship programs
It’s a great way for people with disabilities to get insider knowledge of a company by creating internship programs. They also have the chance to show off their skills and knowledge.
Employers should ask about accommodations and how they can best accommodate the candidate during an interview.
Hirers should be able to access your website with assistive technology, career planning options, and reasonable accommodations.
With a growing number of people from different walks of life and with different skills, working in teams has become more important than ever.
ELIJAH DAWSON
Redesign Your Recruitment Process
Many people with disabilities don’t have the chance to succeed, as they are often overlooked by employers. You can make it easier to recruit diverse employees by advertising with Carers In Government.
This helps people with disabilities find work and encourages other organizations to do the same. What’s more, you can make a difference by making these inclusion steps and helping people with disabilities get the opportunity they deserve.
Affordable Accommodations at the Workplace
Finally, reasonable accommodation is required for employees with disabilities to fully take part in the organization’s workforce. These accommodations may include a ramp that leads into an office building or a lower countertop, depending on the individual’s requirements.
Provide Continuing Education Funding
This is an excellent opportunity if you’re not able or able to spend as much time with your family and children. Many online universities offer programs and degrees in a variety of areas, including business administration.
This incentive/benefit can be used to pay tuition at these schools while still allowing you to attend on-site classes as needed. It is also easier for people who have an advanced degree but wish to improve it.
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