[humanser] Requesting suggestions for dealing with problematic website

[Miranda]

Hi,
Yes, I gathered that from your original message. ☺ goodness, I don't know the last time I was advised by a prospective employer to complete a hand written application. As in your case, there are definitely pros and cons to the ever-popular online applications as a job seeker who is visually impaired.
If you are able to have someone like a friend assist you via phone or in person, they can navigate the online application and insert the information you provide on your behalf.
I hope this helps, and happy new year! Please do keep us updated.

Best wishes, Miranda


Sent from my iPhone

> On Dec 28, 2016, at 11:33 AM, Lisa Irving via HumanSer <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Maranda, thank you for your suggestions. This application as is the case with most applications these days is not a handwritten one; it is paperless located on a semi accessible recruiter website. It is a third party platform used by a major organization in San Diego.
> 
> Lisa Irving
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
>> On Dec 28, 2016, at 5:57 AM, Miranda B. via HumanSer <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hi Lisa,
>> One option, if local assistance isn't available, or if you don't want
>> someone else's handwriting resembling your application, is to have a friend
>> (either in-person or via phone) go through the online application with you.
>> If you have VR services, maybe your VR counselor would be willing to also
>> help you with the application?
>> If I can think of any other solutions, I will be sure to let you know.
>> Please, keep us updated.
>> I hope this helps, and I hope you get the job and have a prosperous 2017!
>> 
>> Best wishes, Miranda
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: HumanSer [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Lisa Irving
>> via HumanSer
>> Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 12:32 AM
>> To: humanser at nfbnet.org
>> Cc: Lisa Irving <peacefulwoman89 at cox.net>
>> Subject: [humanser] Requesting suggestions for dealing with problematic
>> website
>> 
>> Hello,
>> 
>> I have the opportunity to apply to work at a crisis center. This program is
>> managed by a very large mental health foundation. Applicants are required to
>> apply through a third-party website called I recruiter. Immediately I
>> noticed there are many unlabeled buttons and of course the elusive Capshaw
>> symbols that one needs to enter; no audio captur link.
>> 
>> The "" reasonable accommodation for individuals who need assistance filling
>> out applications is to contact the human resources recruiter. I don't want
>> to out myself is a blind individual. I really want an interview moreover I
>> want this job. Your advice is requested.
>> 
>> From,
>> Lisa Irving
>> 
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