RESUME BUILDER

A Tool for Equal Employment

BIS is a proud and unpaid sponsor of ResumeBuilder.com: a resource that provides important insights, such as laws that protect disabled individual rights, workplace discrimination, and harassment, to ensure they receive a fair chance at achieving their career goal.

Our research has shown that people living with disabilities face numerous challenges in securing employment. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, only 17.9% of people with a disability are employed. To help level the playing field, our team has created a comprehensive step-by-step guide that can help people with disabilities create an impactful resume that can highlight their skills and value to potential employers. 

Dealing With Workplace Discrimination and Harassment

It’s good to know that there are laws on the books protecting people with disabilities from discrimination — but unless these laws are actually enforced, they’re not going to have their intended effect. Federal laws that prohibit discrimination in the workplace are enforced by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).

You should be aware that not all organizations are covered by the laws that are enforced by the EEOC. While federal government entities are subject to these laws regardless of their size, private businesses as well as state and local government entities with fewer than 15 employees are not required to follow all of these rules.

Resume Tips for Job Seekers With Disabilities

For the most part, writing a resume as a disabled worker involves the same best practices as writing any type of resume. Some of the most important things to keep in mind include:

  • Keep your resume clear and concise

  • Highlight your specific qualifications

  • Use numbers to quantify your work accomplishments

For more information, please click here to visit our webpage and get started with Resume Builder.

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