Washington State Department of Services for the Blind

Recruitment Practices

Employers often describe the process of recruiting qualified workers with visual disabilities as frustrating and perplexing. There are, however, some tips* that can help simplify the process.

Announce it.

Let it be known that you are actively seeking job candidates with visual disabilities. State on your job announcements your interest in receiving applications from people with visual disabilities.

Use your resources.

Be sure to send your vacancy announcements to disability-related organizations and agencies.

Try new recruitment techniques.

Traditional recruitment techniques frequently do not work effectively because so many individuals with visual disabilities acquire their job skills and placement assistance in programs outside traditional job training and placement programs.

Employers need to consider internal as well as external sources when seeking applicants who are blind or visually impaired. Internally there may be potential applicants, including those who have acquired visual disabilities on or off the job.

Contact other employers.

If you would like to speak with other businesses that have hired people who are blind or visually impaired, contact the DSB Employment Coordinator in your area, or read the employer testimonials on our website.

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