[humanser] Requesting suggestions for dealing with problematic website

[Lisa Irving]

Do you mean advocating and general for the corporation to use an accessible third party platform for excepting resume cover letters and applications? Or do you mean for sighted assistance?

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> On Dec 28, 2016, at 4:02 PM, Justin Williams via HumanSer <humanser at nfbnet.org> wrote:
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> If you have a center for independent living, they could assist you as well.
> Justin
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> From: HumanSer [mailto:humanser-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Miranda via HumanSer
> Sent: Wednesday, December 28, 2016 12:48 PM
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> Cc: Miranda <knownoflove at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [humanser] Requesting suggestions for dealing with problematic website
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> 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
> 
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>> 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
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>>> 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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