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The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues.
Situations & Solutions
A building manager with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) asked to bring an emotional support animal to work with her.
The employer was concerned about the behavior of the animal as the employee trained it herself. The employer and employee agree to a trial period to assess whether the animal could be in the workplace without causing a disruption.
Situations & Solutions
A construction worker with a leg impairment couldn’t climb ladders due to an injury he received away from work.
After having a discussion with the employer, together they found an aerial lift that would permit the employee to reach the areas he needed and continue to be successful in his job.
Situations & Solutions
A salesman with obesity had to travel by airplane once a year to attend a conference, but could not fit in a single, economy class seat.
He asked his employer to upgrade him to first class, but the employer opted to purchase two economy class seats for him, which cost less than one first class ticket.
Situations & Solutions
A field geologist who was deaf and worked alone in remote areas was unable to use two-way radio communication to report his findings.
Text telephone technology was used to allow the geologist to communicate using a cellular telephone.
Upcoming Webcasts & Training Events
Jun 09
Personal Use or Reasonable Accommodation: What’s What?
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Many employers understand it’s not their responsibility to furnish personal use items, those items needed...
Jul 14
ADA Update
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Attend this ADA Update training to learn from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) about...
Aug 11
AT Update 2022
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Are you wondering about what’s new in the world of assistive technology (AT)? Are you...
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Perspectives on Workplace Wellbeing | U.S. Department of Labor Blog
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In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, ODEP posted the blog, “Perspectives on Workplace Wellbeing,” highlighting a video featuring the cast members from the Campaign for Disability Employment’s “Mental Health at Work: What Can I Do?” public service announcement. In the video, a CEO, a manager, a co-worker and a person who identifies as having a mental health condition discuss their perspectives on creating a mental health-friendly workplace. https://blog.dol.gov/2022/05/10/perspectives-on-workplace-wellbeing https://www.whatcanyoudocampaign.org/psa-campaigns/mental-health-psa/mental-health-meet-the-cast/
Job accommodations can enable workers with mental health conditions to perform their best. JAN offers key solutions at AskJAN.org/disabilities/Mental-Health-Conditions.cfm
U.S. Department of Labor on Twitter
2022-05-09T13:00:01+0000
Better #MentalHealthAtWork is a goal we can all get behind. Join @USDOLon Twitter May 11, 1-2pm ET to talk about reducing stigma, increasing parity for mental health treatment, and resources for workers - https://Twitter.com/USDOL/status/1520048012273360904
"Mental Health at Work: What Can I Do" PSA - What Can YOU Do?
2022-05-06T18:00:00+0000
Congrats to the Campaign for Disability Employment for being recognized with a MUSE Creative Award for its “Mental Health at Work: What Can I Do?” public service announcement. Watch the PSA at WhatCanYouDoCampaign.org/psa-campaigns/Mental-Health-PSA
Mental Health at Work: What Can I Do? – 30-second version
2022-05-06T13:00:00+0000
Find out how you can promote workplace wellbeing and a mental health-friendly work environment in @CDETweets’ new PSA, “#MentalHealthAtWork: What Can I Do?” https://bit.ly/35VDjJz
U.S. Department of Labor on Twitter
2022-05-05T21:00:02+0000
A better understanding of the importance of mental health in the workplace is prompting many employers to consider new strategies to support employees’ mental health. Join @USDOL May 11, 1-2pm ET to share tips and resources to support #MentalHealthAtWork https://Twitter.com/USDOL/status/1520011773436387334
ATIA 2023 Call for Presentations - Assistive Technology Industry Association
2022-05-05T18:00:00+0000
The ATIA 2023 Call for Presentations is open! ATIA is seeking presentations & speakers to share best practices, technologies & new strategies that enhance the lives of individuals with disabilities in education, work, home, & the community - ATIA.org/ATIA-2023-call-presentations
JAN Webcast Series Registration
2022-05-05T13:00:02+0000
When might a personal use item evolve into a work-related item or reasonable accommodation? Learn the answer by attending Personal Use or Reasonable Accommodation: What’s What? #JANTraining 6/9/22 @ 2 EST https://AskJAN.org/events/register/2022-webcast-series.cfm
There are benefits to allowing flexible work arrangements, particularly for employees whose access to work may be impacted by limitations associated with a disability. Learn more in JAN's Workin’ 9 To 5 – Not the Only Way to Make a Living - https://AskJAN.org/articles/9to5.cfm
When might a personal use item evolve into a work-related item or reasonable accommodation? Learn the answer by attending Personal Use or Reasonable Accommodation: What’s What? #JANTraining 6/9/22 @ 2 EST https://AskJAN.org/events/register/2022-webcast-series.cfm
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