General Resources

Oregon Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Oregon's Office of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (OVRS) is a statewide resource for people with disabilities and is a part of the Oregon Department of Human Services. OVRS assists individuals with disabilities in getting and keeping a job that matches their skills, interests and abilities. Visit this site to find an OVRS office, learn about services, use job search tools, get information on internships and learn about your rights and responsibilities.

Disability.gov - Employment

Disability.gov is the federal government website for comprehensive information on disability programs and services at the federal, state and local level. Find answers to questions about everything from employment to social security, to affordable and accessible housing. This link will direct you to the employment section featuring information on subjects like: career planning, finding a job, working with a disability and employment supports, self employment and small business ownership, employer resources and workforce professional resources.

AskEarn.org

This quick reference provides jobseekers with disabilities contacts for local vocational rehabilitation organizations, information on work incentive programs, federal hiring opportunities and more. Resources for veterans with disabilities are also available.

Social Security Ticket to Work Program

Social Security's Ticket to Work Program is free, voluntary and available to most people who receive social security disability insurance or supplemental security income benefits due to disability or blindness. Visit this site to obtain your ticket to receive employment, vocational rehabilitation and other support services necessary to achieve your work goals.

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Job Accommodation Network

The Job Accommodation Network provides free, expert and confidential guidance on workplace accomodations and disability employment issues. This site provides information and contact with consultants to help people with disabilities enhance their employability and show employers the value and talent that people with disabilities add to the workplace. Assistance is available on the phone or through live chat online.

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Think Beyond the Label

Think Beyond the Label offers job seekers a network and digital hub that provides information, tools and resources to aid in their job search so they can find meaningful employment in their chosen field. This site features a jobs feed that allows users to search and apply for jobs with companies that are actively seeking to hire them. The site also includes a widely read blog and e-newsletter, as well as social media channels for proactive discussion among job seekers.

JobAccess.org

The Job Access site provides a place where people with disabilities can seek employment, confident that they will be evaluated solely on their skills and experience. The site also includes a résumé builder, where users can build and post a professional looking résumé.