2024 Spring Job Club

2024 Spring Job Club

Classes for job seekers with a disability & veterans. In person & Virtual via Zoom. Hosted every Wednesday March 13 - May 29

By The Chicago Lighthouse

Select date and time

Wednesday, May 8 · 1:30 - 3:30pm CDT

Location

The Chicago Lighthouse

1850 West Roosevelt Road Chicago, IL 60608

About this event

March 13 Introduction to Job Club / How to Open a Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Case

March 20 Social Security & Veteran Benefits- How Work Impacts Benefits

March 27 Americans with Disabilities Act & Other Employment Rights

April 3 Marketing Yourself and Applying for Jobs On-line

April 10 Resumes and Cover letters

April 17 Identifying Inclusive Employers & Self-Employment

April 24 Interviewing from the Employer’s Perspective (Mock Job Interviews with a Corporate Partner during the same week)

May 1 Federal and State Employment Opportunities

May 8 Getting Around - Orientation and Mobility - Transportation Options

May 15 Assistive and Adaptive Technology

May 22 Financial Literacy & ABLE Accounts – Control Your Money

May 29 Long Term Success in Your New Role

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The Chicago Lighthouse

The Chicago Lighthouse is a world-renowned social service organization serving the blind, visually impaired, disabled and Veteran communities. Recognized as a pioneer in innovation since 1906, The Chicago Lighthouse offers 35 unique programs and services that help our clients optimize remaining vision, meet developmental and educational milestones, find employment and lead more independent lives.