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 17 Introduction to Job Club / How to Open a Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Case
September 24 Social Security & Veteran Benefits-How Work Impacts Benefits
October 1 Americans with Disabilities Act, Employment Rights & Disability Disclosure
October 8 Marketing Yourself, Applying for Jobs and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Your Job Search
October 15 Resumes, Cover letters and Artificial Intelligence (AI)
October 22 Identifying Inclusive Employers & Self-Employment
October 29 Interviewing from the Employer’s Perspective (Mock Job Interviews with a Corporate Partner during the same week)
November 5 Federal, State and City Employment Opportunities
November 12 Getting Around – Orientation and Mobility – Transportation Options
November 19 Assistive and Adaptive Technology
December 3 Financial Literacy & ABLE Accounts – Control Your Money
December 10 Long Term Success in Your New Role
Questions: Contact Maureen Reid, Job Placement Counselor/Scholarship Coordinator maureen.reid@chicagolighthouse.org | (312) 997-3655
