Georgia Tools for Life is developing Work ACCESS, a new online tool and mobile app to help people, particularly employers and employees with disabilities, make informed accommodation decisions.
They are seeking accommodation ideas for “retail jobs.” This can include accommodations for finding merchandise locations; carrying, lifting, and packing items; operating point of sale equipment; handling money; and interacting with customers. Employers, job placement professionals, and retail workers are invited to share the accommodation needs that they have encountered and discuss successful (or unsuccessful) accommodation ideas.
They would love your input on what assessment questions need to be asked, what solutions should be prioritized for different scenarios, and when outside experts should be consulted.
Sessions
- Tuesday, June 7 at 1:00-2:30 p.m. Eastern Time
- Registration Link: https://work-access_retail_june07-22.eventbrite.com
- Password: WorkACCESS-Retail-June07
- Wednesday, June 8 at 1:00-2:30 p.m. Eastern Time
- Registration Link: https://work-access_retail_june08-22.eventbrite.com
- Password: WorkACCESS-Retail-June08
Please note that they are looking for people who can discuss a variety of accommodation options, not just the one or two products that they are using themselves.
You will be asked to spend about a half hour reviewing the section of materials to be discussed, then participate in a group interview that will last 90 minutes. You will receive $40 (check or gift card) as compensation for your time.
Zoom is the virtual platform being used, with the option of audio-only telephone access. Connection information and supporting documents will be sent to those who have registered no later than 9:00 a.m. ET the day of the session.
Interview Requirements
In order to take part in the interviews, you must:
- Have experience using and/or recommending accommodations
- Be 18 years old or older
- Work in and be participating from the United States
- Be fluent in spoken or written English
- We appreciate your help and expertise with this project!
If you have any questions about these sessions, please send an email to training@gatfl.gatech.edu.
