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PA CareerLink® Pittsburgh/Allegheny County offers group and individual services at our locations in Downtown Pittsburgh, Forest Hills, Robinson Township and at our Affiliate site, Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania in the Southside. PA CareerLink® centers are equipped with Career Resource Centers where customers can access information about careers, education, and training. Individuals can choose a self-service approach or tap into the expertise of our staff. Either way, you will have access to a comprehensive listing of job openings in our system.
At PA CareerLink® we understand the importance of making all people feel welcome. We provide reasonable accommodations upon request and offer sign language interpreters, publications in alternate formats and assistive technology at each center.
Our accessibility/accommodation features include:
- Accessible workstations — Equipped with adjustable height tables and ergonomic chairs, speech output and screen magnification software such as JAWS and ZoomText, alternate mini keyboards and track ball mice with wrist rests, large screen computer monitors with low glare screens and adjustable arms to improve viewing position.
- Closed Circuit TV — Used to enlarge the text of printed materials.
- Assistive listening devices — For sound amplification in one-to-one or group communication.
- TTY — A teletext device that allows persons with hearing disabilities to communicate via text over a standard telephone line.
Commonwealth Workforce Development System (CWDS) Accessibility and Usability
In addition to the accessibility services at each of our sites, CWDS enables persons to search for job openings, create a resume, apply for jobs online, research career information, or request vocational rehabilitation services.
Accessibility was a priority consideration in the development of CWDS. Here are some of its Accessibility Solutions:
- Solutions for Motor/Physical Functional Limitations - provides keyboard shortcuts for frequently used applications and minimizes scrolling requirements when possible. Supports compatible speech-recognition software. These solutions are designed to assist users who have difficulty using a mouse, difficulty with fine motor skills or those who use a special pointing device or keyboard.
- Solutions for Visual Functional Limitations - supports screen magnification software. Color schemes and font styles were chosen with accessibility in mind. Colors contrast effectively and text remains readable and scalable. No color dependencies are included. Provides output that is accessible via a refreshable Braille display. These solutions are designed to assist users who might not be able to: use a mouse, view a monitor, differentiate colors or view information conveyed with images.
- Solutions for Auditory Functional Limitations - CWDS uses text-based alerts and does not rely on audible cues for any function. When applicable, TTY/TDD numbers are both captured and published. These solutions are designed to assist users who might not be able to benefit from audio alerts or might need to use TDD assistive technology.
- Solutions for Speech-Related Functional Limitations - CWDS provides a text interface to submit a request for help. This solution is designed to assist users who have difficulty with speech communication.
External Resources for People with Disabilities
Works for me™ Employment Solutions for People with Disabilities
Works for me is a
a project of a Medicaid Infrastructure Work Grant that is designed to help people with disabilities get jobs and access the services necessary to achieve their employment goals. It is a FREE resource that will guide you to agencies and programs that will help you get a job. These resources will help you:
- Find a job
- Obtain job training
- Keep health insurance
- Get assistive technology
- Find other support you may need
- Discover how you may even be able to increase your income!
Works for me is designed for Pennsylvania residents who:
- Have a disability
- Receive Social Security and/or Medicaid benefits
- Really want to join the workforce
Click here for more information!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. Requesting accommodations in advance helps to ensure that reasonable accommodations are available at the time service is provided. Phone 866-317-5627; TTY 877-889-5621.
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