Did you know the Social Security Administration offers a path back to work without immediately losing your benefits?
The Ticket to Work program is designed for people receiving SSI or SSDI who want to explore employment opportunities while maintaining access to essential supports like health coverage.
✅ Free & voluntary program ✅ Career counseling, job placement, and vocational training ✅ Keeps critical safety nets in place while you transition to work ✅ Encourages financial independence and career growth
For many individuals with disabilities, the Ticket to Work program is a stepping stone toward meaningful employment, greater independence, and financial security.
💡 If you—or someone you know—are receiving Social Security disability benefits and want to return to work, this program could open the right doors.
👉 Learn more: https://choosework.ssa.gov
#AWU #DisabilityEmployment #TicketToWork #Inclusion #CareerGrowth #SSDI #SSI
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
Did you know the Social Security Administration offers a path back to work without immediately losing your benefits?
The Ticket to Work program is designed for people receiving SSI or SSDI who want to explore employment opportunities while maintaining access to essential supports like health coverage.
✅ Free & voluntary program ✅ Career counseling, job placement, and vocational training ✅ Keeps critical safety nets in place while you transition to work ✅ Encourages financial independence and career growth
For many individuals with disabilities, the Ticket to Work program is a stepping stone toward meaningful employment, greater independence, and financial security.
💡 If you—or someone you know—are receiving Social Security disability benefits and want to return to work, this program could open the right doors.
👉 Learn more: https://choosework.ssa.gov
#AWU #DisabilityEmployment #TicketToWork #Inclusion #CareerGrowth #SSDI #SSI
Top 7 Jobs for People with Intellectual Disabilities 🌟
Employment should be accessible to everyone — and many workplaces are discovering that individuals with intellectual disabilities bring reliability, attention to detail, and unique strengths that enrich teams.
Here are 7 jobs where people with intellectual disabilities often thrive:
1️⃣ Food Service & Hospitality – Roles such as host/hostess, kitchen assistant, or café worker encourage social interaction and teamwork. 2️⃣ Retail & Customer Support – Stocking shelves, greeting customers, and cashier positions provide structure and routine. 3️⃣ Office & Administrative Support – Filing, data entry, and mailroom tasks create opportunities in professional environments. 4️⃣ Janitorial & Maintenance – Cleaning, organizing, and upkeep tasks build independence and consistency. 5️⃣ Warehouse & Inventory – Sorting, packing, and labeling allow for clear task-based work. 6️⃣ Landscaping & Groundskeeping – Outdoor roles that emphasize routine, focus, and physical activity. 7️⃣ Animal Care & Pet Services – Kennel assistant or pet care roles foster responsibility and compassion.
💡 With the right accommodations, training, and inclusive leadership, individuals with intellectual disabilities can excel in these careers and beyond.
👉 Let’s keep building workplaces where ability is valued over labels.
#Inclusion #DisabilityEmployment #DiversityEquityInclusion #WorkforceDevelopment
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
Top 7 Jobs for People with Intellectual Disabilities 🌟
Employment should be accessible to everyone — and many workplaces are discovering that individuals with intellectual disabilities bring reliability, attention to detail, and unique strengths that enrich teams.
Here are 7 jobs where people with intellectual disabilities often thrive:
1️⃣ Food Service & Hospitality – Roles such as host/hostess, kitchen assistant, or café worker encourage social interaction and teamwork. 2️⃣ Retail & Customer Support – Stocking shelves, greeting customers, and cashier positions provide structure and routine. 3️⃣ Office & Administrative Support – Filing, data entry, and mailroom tasks create opportunities in professional environments. 4️⃣ Janitorial & Maintenance – Cleaning, organizing, and upkeep tasks build independence and consistency. 5️⃣ Warehouse & Inventory – Sorting, packing, and labeling allow for clear task-based work. 6️⃣ Landscaping & Groundskeeping – Outdoor roles that emphasize routine, focus, and physical activity. 7️⃣ Animal Care & Pet Services – Kennel assistant or pet care roles foster responsibility and compassion.
💡 With the right accommodations, training, and inclusive leadership, individuals with intellectual disabilities can excel in these careers and beyond.
👉 Let’s keep building workplaces where ability is valued over labels.
#AWU #Inclusion #DisabilityEmployment #DiversityEquityInclusion #WorkforceDevelopment
5 High-Value Careers for People with Disabilities (August 2025)
Disability Inclusion Manager — Salary: $127K–$144K / yr. Lead inclusive strategies inside organizations.
Forensic Rehabilitation Counselor — Salary: ~$93K / yr. Bring expertise to legal processes, accessibility advocacy, and evidence-based change.
Software Developer / IT Roles — Software Developers ($124K), Network Architects ($127K), Security Analysts ($112K). Inclusive tech environments unlock neurodiverse strengths.
Medical & Health Services Manager — Salary: $105K / yr. Oversee healthcare services in flexible settings, often with remote options or workplace accommodations.
Web Developer & Digital Designer — Web Devs ($81K), Graphic Designers ($58K). Great for self-directed creative roles that benefit from adaptability.
These positions are more than jobs—they’re a promise that careers can thrive and evolve, even—and especially—when shaped for accessibility and strength-based talent. Let’s champion inclusion at every level.
#AWU #Inclusion #Accessibility #Career2025 #DisabilityEmployment #Neurodiversity #InclusiveLeadership
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
5 High-Value Careers for People with Disabilities (August 2025)
Disability Inclusion Manager — Salary: $127K–$144K / yr. Lead inclusive strategies inside organizations.
Forensic Rehabilitation Counselor — Salary: ~$93K / yr. Bring expertise to legal processes, accessibility advocacy, and evidence-based change.
Software Developer / IT Roles — Software Developers ($124K), Network Architects ($127K), Security Analysts ($112K). Inclusive tech environments unlock neurodiverse strengths.
Medical & Health Services Manager — Salary: $105K / yr. Oversee healthcare services in flexible settings, often with remote options or workplace accommodations.
Web Developer & Digital Designer — Web Devs ($81K), Graphic Designers ($58K). Great for self-directed creative roles that benefit from adaptability.
These positions are more than jobs—they’re a promise that careers can thrive and evolve, even—and especially—when shaped for accessibility and strength-based talent. Let’s champion inclusion at every level.
#AWU #Inclusion #Accessibility #Career2025 #DisabilityEmployment #Neurodiversity #InclusiveLeadership
Disability Programs Hang in the Balance—Congress Holds the Key
I want to draw your attention to a critical issue affecting people with disabilities across the U.S. A widely respected coverage by Disability Scoop highlights that as of August 11, 2025, key disability-focused programs—including the University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs)—are facing serious funding uncertainty as Congress deliberates on appropriations .
What’s at stake:
UCEDDs, vital for training, research, and services supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, might lose funding—all while congressional decisions remain unresolved .
This funding limbo follows earlier attempts by the administration to overhaul disability-related allocations—a push that was partially halted when a key U.S. Senate panel rejected major proposed changes to IDEA and the defunding of essential programs .
Why this matters:
UCEDDs play a critical role: they're instrumental in shaping policy, fostering inclusion, educating future professionals, and supporting families. Without them, many longstanding supports could vanish.
The Senate's rejection demonstrates there is still political momentum to preserve critical disability infrastructure—but continued advocacy is essential.
If you’re involved in education, policymaking, healthcare, advocacy, or service delivery—this is a moment to amplify voices and ensure that funding for disability programs remains a top priority.
Let's act now:
Share this post to raise awareness among decision-makers.
Tag colleagues, organizations, and lawmakers to join the conversation.
Support calls for swift congressional action to secure funding for UCEDDs and related programs.
Together, we can help safeguard the programs that so many people with developmental disabilities rely on. #AWU #DisabilityRights #Inclusion #Advocacy #FundingMatters #IDEA
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
Disability Programs Hang in the Balance—Congress Holds the Key
I want to draw your attention to a critical issue affecting people with disabilities across the U.S. A widely respected coverage by Disability Scoop highlights that as of August 11, 2025, key disability-focused programs—including the University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs)—are facing serious funding uncertainty as Congress deliberates on appropriations .
What’s at stake:
UCEDDs, vital for training, research, and services supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, might lose funding—all while congressional decisions remain unresolved .
This funding limbo follows earlier attempts by the administration to overhaul disability-related allocations—a push that was partially halted when a key U.S. Senate panel rejected major proposed changes to IDEA and the defunding of essential programs .
Why this matters:
UCEDDs play a critical role: they're instrumental in shaping policy, fostering inclusion, educating future professionals, and supporting families. Without them, many longstanding supports could vanish.
The Senate's rejection demonstrates there is still political momentum to preserve critical disability infrastructure—but continued advocacy is essential.
If you’re involved in education, policymaking, healthcare, advocacy, or service delivery—this is a moment to amplify voices and ensure that funding for disability programs remains a top priority.
Let's act now:
Share this post to raise awareness among decision-makers.
Tag colleagues, organizations, and lawmakers to join the conversation.
Support calls for swift congressional action to secure funding for UCEDDs and related programs.
Together, we can help safeguard the programs that so many people with developmental disabilities rely on. #AWU #DisabilityRights #Inclusion #Advocacy #FundingMatters #IDEA
Disability Disclosure in Job Interviews
You’re not required to disclose your disability—unless you need accommodations for the interview or job. Here’s the smart way to handle it:
Before interview – Only if you need accommodations for the interview itself. During – If it’s visible or impacts key duties, keep it brief & solution-focused. After offer – If accommodations are only needed on the job.
Tip: Focus on strengths, not limitations. Example:
“I use assistive tech that helps me work more efficiently.”
The right employer values your talent first.
#AWU #CareerTips #Inclusion #DisabilityEmployment #JobSearch
Abled Workers Unite is a group for people with disabilities. Come and join us at jobcase.com/groups
Disability Disclosure in Job Interviews
You’re not required to disclose your disability—unless you need accommodations for the interview or job. Here’s the smart way to handle it:
Before interview – Only if you need accommodations for the interview itself. During – If it’s visible or impacts key duties, keep it brief & solution-focused. After offer – If accommodations are only needed on the job.
Tip: Focus on strengths, not limitations. Example:
“I use assistive tech that helps me work more efficiently.”
The right employer values your talent first.
#AWU #CareerTips #Inclusion #DisabilityEmployment #JobSearch