Arizona Approaches to Recruitment of Individuals with Disabilities

• Category: Employment - Equal Employment Opportunity
• State: Multi-State
• Control #: US-218EM
• Format: Word; Rich Text

Description

This form is used to assist management in its endeavor to recruit individuals with disabilities.

Arizona Approaches to Recruitment of Individuals with Disabilities The state of Arizona has implemented various approaches to recruitment of individuals with disabilities to enhance inclusivity and promote equal employment opportunities. These approaches aim to bridge the gap between employers and job seekers with disabilities. Here are some types of recruitment initiatives offered in Arizona: 1. Arizona Rehabilitation Services Administration (AZ RSA): The AZ RSA provides assistance to individuals with disabilities to secure meaningful employment. They offer a range of services, including vocational rehabilitation, job placement, and career counseling. The organization collaborates with employers to understand their needs and find suitable employment matches for individuals with disabilities. 2. Arizona@Work Disability Resource Coordinators: Arizona@Work partners with individuals with disabilities, employers, and service providers to improve recruitment and hiring practices. The Disability Resource Coordinators play a vital role in connecting job seekers with disabilities to employers, offering support in job searches, advocating for inclusive hiring practices, and facilitating reasonable workplace accommodations. 3. Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) Employment Network (EN): The DES EN is designed to assist individuals with disabilities in finding and retaining employment. They work with various community partners to promote inclusive workplace practices, job training, and provide ongoing support services to maximize success in the workforce. Their network of professionals helps match job seekers with disabilities to employment opportunities that align with their skills and abilities. 4. Arizona Employment First State Leadership Mentoring Program (EFS LMP): The EFS LMP supports individuals with disabilities to find competitive integrated employment in the community. This program focuses on meaningful engagement between job seekers, employers, and service providers, aiming to transform recruitment practices and create a talent pipeline for Arizona employers. 5. Disability Employment Initiatives (DEI's): The DEI's, supported by the Arizona Department of Economic Security, focus on increasing access to employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. These initiatives promote employer engagement by offering training, technical assistance, and recruitment strategies to cultivate inclusive workplaces. 6. Arizona Business Leadership Network (AZB LN): AZB LN is a state affiliate of the national US Business Leadership Network (USB LN). It encourages employers to prioritize disability inclusion in their recruitment practices through education, networking, and sharing best practices. The network advocates for creating a workforce that values and leverages the skills and diverse perspectives of individuals with disabilities. Through these various initiatives, the state of Arizona aims to enhance the recruitment and inclusion of individuals with disabilities in the workforce. These approaches facilitate collaboration among job seekers, employers, and service providers, promoting an inclusive work environment where individuals with disabilities can thrive and contribute to the community.