Afford's Employment Guide

Resume rules for PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY Are you straight out of school or entering the workforce for the first time? You might be thinking, “I haven’t had any paid employment” or “do I need to explain my disability?” At Afford, we understand how scary it can be to prepare a resume. Below, we answer some common questions about putting together a resume for the first time.

DO I MENTION MY DISABILITY? Before we jump into what to include on your resume, we would like to remind job seekers that you do not have to mention your disability on your resume.

It is your choice even at a job interview when you tell the employer. If and when you tell them, you never have to share specific medical or personal information about your disability.

Jill Griffin, a Career Strategist with a vestibular disorder, hid her disability from her workplace for six years. When she told her co-workers and managers, it improved her daily life. She now encourages others to share their stories and own their disability.

“I started setting healthier work boundaries. I unequivocally prioritized my health. When I was working, I was fully present. Eventually, I transitioned into entrepreneurship, because I knew my skill set could be expertly translated to coaching and helping people working in corporate with their career strategy.”

WHERE DO I START? You should make your resume on the computer. We recommend starting with a template to make it easier and look professional. Templates are available on: • Afford template • Google Docs: https://docs.google.com • Canva.com: https://www.canva.com • Seek.com.au: https://www.seek.com.au • Microsoft Word • Pages Once you choose a design you like, fill in your information.

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