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Full History - 2019 - 06 - 11 - ID#bzilkp
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I can't find a job. (self.Blind)
submitted by FAB_PHX
I have RP, plus hearing loss. I have been seeking for a job with good pay for most of my adult life. But, nothing ever comes along.

I have an associate degree in technology engineering but very little related experience. Not only that, a unimpressive job history. I'm 29 now and beginning to understand why people become criminals.
wutsgudhomz1 5 points 4y ago
Can you apply for government assistance? What country are you in ?
FAB_PHX [OP] 6 points 4y ago
I receive disability and I'm in the United States. However, I'm trying to become more financially independent. I receive only around $8,000 a year.
wutsgudhomz1 1 points 4y ago
That’s very little. American Foundation for the Blind might help? I am not sure about the US, but in Canada; CNIB assists blind people with finding employment. So I am sure there’s an organization like that in the US.

Also, feel free to let me know if you want me to review your resume!
KillerLag 4 points 4y ago
I work for CNIB. And while we do assist with finding employment, it is an uphill battle. I had a client who got an interview, got acceptable for the job on the conditional basis... and then during the workplace accommodation process, discovered that the paperwork he would need to process would be inaccessible (handwritten forms on badly scanned and faxed paper that were then converted to PDFs). That job ended up falling through.
wutsgudhomz1 3 points 4y ago
Ok. I’ve found CNIB difficult to deal with as well. What do you think is the best way for blinds to be employed. Specially people who turn blind in their middle age?
TheBlindBookLover 3 points 4y ago
Hi. Have you tried to do freelance work such as web design and coding? If you need a way to get your foot in the door Experience wise, have you tried volunteering in this field in order to build your experience?
yourmommaisaunicorn 3 points 4y ago
Have you reached out to friends? The best recommendations come from coworkers, so if they recommend someone they usually get a second look-over.

You can also reach out to the college you graduated from, if you know of a professor or two still there they can let you know if they hear anything.

Job searches are a community effort.
FAB_PHX [OP] 3 points 4y ago
I did. I went to blind school, received training and then erolled into a university for a bachelor's degree. Long story, but ultimately I didn't graduate and tried to work.

I have associate's degree in technology engineering but no experience.
-shacklebolt- 3 points 4y ago
Are you getting services through vocational rehabilitation or department of rehab?
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