Tue 09 July 2024
Make Your Hiring Process More Inclusive of Disabled Employees
Despite recent employment gains for disabled employees in the U.S., hiring remains a challenge; disabled candidates risk facing bias and are thus understandably wary of sharing their experiences and needs with prospective employers. How can you build trust and a more welcoming environment for disabled job candidates?
Start by replacing standard boilerplate statements in job postings with more personal, heartfelt language to signal genuine commitment to inclusion. For example, “We strive to create an environment that brings the power of diversity to life” resonates more than “We are an equal opportunity employer.”
Then look for other ways to showcase your commitment. Include testimonials from disabled employees on your company’s website, as well as concrete statistics on hiring, promotions, and accommodations. Additionally, highlight any awards recognizing your company’s achievements in DEI. Including messaging from leadership, like a personal statement from the CEO about the importance of disability inclusion, can also significantly impact trust.
This tip is adapted from “How to Improve the Hiring Process for Disabled Candidates,” by Mason Ameri and Terri R. Kurtzberg
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