Job Club: Spring Series
Preparing you for the world of employment.
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!
Job Club Flyer_Spring_2024 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:
March 13 Introduction to Job Club / How to Open a Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Case
March 20 Social Security Benefits – How Work Impacts Your 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
April17 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
May15 Assistive and Adaptive Technology
May 22 Financial Literacy & ABLE Accounts – Control Your Money
May 29 Long Term Success in Your New Role
Questions: Contact Maureen Reid, Job Placement Counselor/Scholarship Coordinator maureen.reid@chicagolighthouse.org | (312) 997-3655
