Job Club: Fall Series
12-week series
Wednesdays, 1:30 – 3:30 PM
Sessions will be conducted on a hybrid basis via Zoom or In-Person
Hosted by: The Chicago Lighthouse, 1850 West Roosevelt Road, Chicago
Job seekers with a disability & Veterans are encouraged to attend!
Download the flyer to see the full schedule.
Pre-registration is required.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. If you need an accommodation or use of a sign language interpreter, please notify us at least one week in advance of the session.
SCHEDULE:
September 18 Introduction to Job Club / How to Open a Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Case
September 25 Social Security & Veteran Benefits- How Work Impacts Benefits
October 2 Americans with Disabilities Act & Other Employment Rights
October 9 Marketing Yourself; Applying for Jobs On-line; Applicant Tracking and Use of AI
October 16 Resumes and Cover letters
October 23 Identifying Inclusive Employers & Self-Employment
October 30 Interviewing from the Employer’s Perspective (Mock Job Interviews with a Corporate Partner during the same week)
November 6 Federal and State Employment Opportunities
November 13 Getting Around – Orientation and Mobility – Transportation Options
November 20 Assistive and Adaptive Technology
December 4 Financial Literacy & ABLE Accounts – Control Your Money
December 11 Long Term Success in Your New Role
Questions: Contact Maureen Reid, Job Placement Counselor/Scholarship Coordinator maureen.reid@chicagolighthouse.org | (312) 997-3655
