2006-08-06 15:09:47 · 12 answers · asked by Cinderella 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
I have a University and College degree. I work very hard at my part-time job. My brain works fine, my arms work fine, its just my legs. I am searching for full-time work at the moment.
2006-08-06 15:25:32 · update #1
It isn't about working at home either. I want to go to work. I have an education. Just need a good business with an open heart to hire me.
2006-08-07 02:11:01 · update #2
People with disabilities are just an extra problem that a business doesn't need or want. They get special treatment due to the Disabilities Act. Often don't fit in with other employees. Look for a job where abilities override these considerations. Try the Internal Revenue Service. They take pride in hiring the disabled as do many government agencies.
2006-08-06 15:15:37 · answer #1 · answered by Superstar 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unfortunately, there are many small minds out there. The way I see it, if someone won't hire you because of a disability, you are better off without them, you can imagine what they would be like to work for!
I suggest working for yourself. It's something you can do from home yet you are trained and mentored every step of the way. You get the tax breaks of big businesses and with some dedication and a telephone, you can far surpass the incomes available out there. This is in the health and wellness industry and a product that is in demand. All of those who teach me every day, via computer and telephone, each earn in excess of $10k/mo, some a lot more than that.
I have never seen another business that helps you succeed like this one...I am living proof!
2006-08-06 23:37:47 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most often it is misunderstanding, misinformation or misperception that might cause them to reject a candidate with disabilities.
When all other factors are competitive, it should not matter that a person's KNOWN disabilities, are known-- that is not so much of an affliction as another person's UNKNOWN afflictions that might get in the way of regular performance.
There are alot of great employers out there that treat people fairly and make a point of honoring all diversity and capability.
Treat everyone fairly, put your best self forward, and expect others to follow suit, and you will find the right opportunity. If you need help in that area, please join the Helping Friends Career Network Transformations Yahoo group at http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/HFCN-CareerTransformationTalk/
2006-08-06 22:25:19 · answer #3 · answered by Dawn M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that businesses are afraid that people with disabilities will be a financial liability. They're unsure of how productive the person can be because they may not understand the disability and how the person can compensate for it in their business setting. They're also unsure of how much health insurance and other benefits may cost for that person. Plus, they are required by law to make accommodations for the person, but may be unsure what that's going to mean for the business and will that also entail an expense.
I can only imagine how frustrating it must be for a person with a visible disability to attempt to gain employment and have to face that type of an uphill battle.
2006-08-06 22:17:46 · answer #4 · answered by sonofstar 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
With a computer at home and internet connection, you can start earning from home, without any investment. You should choose your work at home job according to your skills and time available.
If you have a good typing speed, general and legal transcription jobs from companies like Mountain West, Tigerfish and Accutran are available. Some of these companies do not require any experience.
You can apply directly from their websites which are listed at
http://tinyurl.com/o65rb
Medical transcription work at home is also available if you have completed a course and have relevant experience.
2006-08-07 08:28:39 · answer #5 · answered by Ranjita 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Businesses are required by law to consider you if you are qualified, and even offer "reasonable accommodations" to assist you in your job. If you are interviewing on the phone they are not allowed to ask several types of questions. And you are only required to mention "accommodations" if it is necessary to do the job.
This is federal stuff and you have rights! On the other hand, if others are just more qualified or you just could not do the job the employer isn't obligated to hire you. They have rights to.
Usually these things can be negotiated to mutual benefit. Keep trying, keep looking, keep knocking on the doors.
2006-08-06 22:20:07 · answer #6 · answered by AK 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many businesses are afraid that they will have to spend a lot of money to accommodate people with disabilities and prefer to avoid the whole mess.
2006-08-06 22:21:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a wheel chair check-out stand at wallmart. The disabled guy is really slow. I don't like to wait so I don't go down his lane. I'm sure that is why many employers don't hire them.
2006-08-06 22:16:41 · answer #8 · answered by theinfalliblenena 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes it's lack of knowledge - they're afraid that the person won't be able to do the job. Sometimes it's just discomfort with somebody who's different. And sometimes maybe there really is a person who is a better fit for the job.
2006-08-06 22:13:08 · answer #9 · answered by Judy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Money. Insurance costs to much for disabled employees.
They try to get rid of any they have that get disabled, they sure won't hire ones that are already disabled.
2006-08-06 22:16:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋