How to Make the Hiring Process Accessible

How to Make the Hiring Process Accessible

November 7, 2018 Greg Thomson

The Employment Standard under the AODA states that employers must make the hiring process accessible to applicants and candidates with disabilities. This may leave people wondering how to make the hiring process accessible. Here we outline how employers can create accessible job postings and provide interview accommodations.

How to Make the Hiring Process Accessible

Accessible Job Postings

Many job-seekers with disabilities look for jobs online. You can make your online job postings accessible for people who use computers differently by ensuring that your business’s website complies with WCAG 2.0 web accessibility standards for layout and content. Companies that comply will ensure that more qualified candidates can find out about and apply for positions.

Distinguishing Essential and Non-Essential Responsibilities

When listing qualifications, you should list essential requirements separately from non-essential requirements. People can better determine whether a job is the right fit for them if they know which skills they must have and which skills might be helpful but are not necessary. For instance, many postings ask that candidates be “team players”, an essential skill for some jobs but not others. This requirement could prevent employers from hiring candidates who have all the core skills a [...]

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