Finding a Remote Job

If you’re a person with a spinal cord injury who is looking to get back to work, a remote job may be right for you. Hundreds of people with spinal cord injuries across the nation have remote jobs and love what they do. Working from the comfort of your own home is often an ideal situation for people with spinal cord injuries, because working remotely alleviates the need to get ready, transport yourself, and navigate a different (and possibly inaccessible) workspace.

If you have decided that you would like to work remotely, great! There are many free resources out there for remote job-seekers, as well as resources for job-seekers with disabilities. Read below to learn how to find the right remote job for you.

Review Your Resume Before Applying

Before you apply for remote jobs, you must make sure your resume is up to date with your previous work experiences, skills, and volunteer opportunities. If you are happy with your resume, then you are ready to start applying for jobs! If you wish you had more work experience or more work training, there are many resources you can utilize to get prepared for work. Look into your local Vocational Rehabilitation facility if you are interested in going back to school or receiving additional job trainings. You can also look into your local WIPA program, which helps people with disabilities find and maintain employment. Fill out this short WIPA survey to get connected to your local WIPA program.

Remember, your disability does not disqualify you from holding a job—but you have to be qualified for the jobs you apply for! Make sure you have relevant skills or experience regarding the jobs for which you apply.

Utilize Remote Job Websites

Once your resume is up-to-date, you are ready to start applying for remote jobs! The key to finding a job is to apply for as many relevant positions as possible; sometimes, a great applicant needs to apply to dozens of positions before they are hired.

There are many employment websites that are made specifically for job-seekers looking for remote work. Here is a list of some of the best remote job websites:

• https://talent.hubstaff.com/ is perfect for freelance workers who are looking to supplement their income
• https://angel.co/ is great if you’re into tech and start-ups
• https://pangian.com/
• https://weworkremotely.com/
• https://remote.co/
• https://remote.com/

Utilize these sites to search for positions that interest you. And when you’re ready, complete the applications for the remote jobs in which you are interested. Remember to complete the application in full and re-read all of your application materials before submitting!

Utilize Disability Employment Websites

There are also many job sites that are made specifically for job-seekers with disabilities. Applying for jobs on disability-specific employment sites can be a fantastic way to find a job that fits your unique situation. Many jobs posted on these sites are remote. Here is a list of some of the best disability job websites:

• www.AbilityJOBS.com
• www.DisabledPerson.com
• www.GettingHired.com
• www.RecruitDisability.org
• www.ThinkBeyondTheLabel.com/job-board

Again, it is important to submit as many applications to as many relevant positions as possible! Finding a job is a numbers game. Do not get discouraged if an employer does not respond to your application—it’s all a part of the process, and you just have to keep pushing.

Find the Right Remote Job for You

To find the right remote job for you, remember to review your resume, utilize websites for remote job-seekers, and use websites for job-seekers with disabilities. If you keep applying and keep putting your best effort into your applications, you can soon find the remote job that is right for you.

Do you need help with employment and disability benefits post-spinal cord injury or any kind of disability? Whether you’re trying to return to work, find a new career, or navigate Medicaid or Social Security under new circumstances, we offer FREE video chats with our disability employment experts, C4-5 quadriplegic and trial attorney Josh Basile, and Certified Benefits Counselor Heather Miller, who can answer any questions you may have. Set up a video call today by clicking the following link: https://bit.ly/SPINALpedia_Employment_4