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To continue our daily profiles for National Disability Employment Awareness Month, meet Savannah More, a private club/lounge attendant for the Atlanta Braves.
In the comments below, please share if you are ❤ working post spinal cord injury, 💚 when you started, and 💙 what you love most about your job 👍
Name?
Savannah Moore
Age?
26
Where Do You Live?
Atlanta, Georgia
How and When Were You Injured?
“I was injured in a car accident at the age of 17 in 2014. I am a quadriplegic.”
Were You Employed Your Injury?
“No.”
What is Your Current Job and What Do You Do?
“I work for the Atlanta Braves baseball team, scanning tickets and in a private lounge. I started in 2021.” “I work in the Xfinity Lounge, which is a private lounge, scanning tickets and talking to people.”
How Did You Find Your Job?
“Indeed.com”
How Long Did You Search for Your Current Job?
“Only a week.”
Please Name Any Programs That Supported You Finding or Maintaining Your Current Job:
None.
What Kind of Disability Accommodations, If Any, Have You Requested and Received from Your Employer?
“I didn’t really request any commendations, but for the scanning tickets, they put the scanner on my wheelchair and that way I can scan the tickets without using my hands.”
Do You Have Any Tips or Tricks to Share on Finding a Job?
“Just look on Indeed or Linkedin.”
Do You Have Any Tips or Tricks to Share on Maintaining Employment for the Long Term?
“Have a good work ethic go above and beyond be on time try not to call off.”
If You Could Go Back in Time, What Advice Would You Give Yourself Before Pursuing Your Job or Career Path?
“Just be patient and keep looking. Something is bound to show up.”
— Follow Savannah at https://www.instagram.com/drew_flow/
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