[humanser] Requesting suggestions for dealing with problematic website

[Cheryl Wade]

I have had to fill out hand-written applications twice in the last eight 
months or so. I have found sighted scribes who rerad the questions and 
fill them in. I decided I'd wait to bark about it until the results of 
the interview were known.


Cheryl Wade


On 12/28/2016 12:47 PM, Miranda via HumanSer wrote:
> 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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