Featuring: Developmental/Intellectual and/or Emotional Impairment
Opening Statement:
As most of my readers are aware, I have a developmental disability. I have not allowed and will never allow my disability to stand in my way of having a job, writing my blog/articles, and starting my own small photography business (Red Rose Kay Photography & Multimedia). I planned this series of articles to work alongside with my articles about disability influencers and advocates so that individuals can see what careers can be achieved for specific disabilities. Although some non-physical impairments can present their own challenges for the disabled, there is a full list of cognitive disabilities that can make it difficult for some people to serve in many job roles. Emotional impairments can also present obstacles to employment. However, there are good jobs available for people suffering from common disabilities like autism, Down syndrome, learning disabilities, ADHD, anxiety, etc. Additionally, social attitudes toward cognitive impairments and mental health disorders have slowly changed over time, as society has come to recognize that these disabilities are no obstacle to rewarding and paid employment.
The following jobs could be just what you need if you have any sort of intellectual or emotional impairment.
1) Foodservice:
Food service work averages about $28,000 a year. However, servers at sit-down restaurants can often earn much more than that, thanks to customer gratuities.
2) Photographer:
Across the nation, the average salary for a photographer is about $45,000, with some earning significantly more. This can be a great option for cognitively impaired individuals and those with anxiety since the job can be simple, stress-free, and you can work at your own pace.
3) Technology Jobs:
Some types of intellectual and emotional disabilities have no impact on technology jobs. If your disability won’t impact your ability to fill these roles, you could earn as much as a six-figure salary.
4) Fitness Center Worker:
Fitness workers and instructors typically earn salaries in the $20,000 to $30,000 range, with managers receiving an average annual salary of more than $44,000.
5) Data Entry:
Data entry jobs are neither the highest paying jobs in the country nor the most glamorous. However, they often provide the perfect environment for people with intellectual or emotional disabilities. Salaries average about $32,000 per year.
6) Parking Attendant:
Parking attendants can earn a base wage of about $30,000 a year, depending on the venue and locale. The relatively stress-free nature of the job can be ideal for certain types of disabilities.
7) Painter:
Painters earn over $20 per hour in many places across the United States. This is yet another job that can be stress-free and therapeutic. After a few years, you might be able to start your own painting business.
8) Warehouse Worker:
The average wage for warehouse workers is roughly $20 per hour. In addition, many warehouse companies offer attractive benefits packages for their workers.
9) Construction Worker:
The average construction worker earns slightly less than $40,000 per year. Many subcontractors can earn much more than that, so there are opportunities for constant career growth in the industry.
10) Veterinary Assistant:
The national average salary for veterinary assistants is about $32,000 a year. However, the work is rewarding for anyone who enjoys caring for and interacting with animals on a regular basis. This job can also be therapeutic.
11) Self-Employment:
It would be careless if I neglected to mention self-employment. Many disabled individuals with ideas for businesses can become entrepreneurs. If you have been thinking about owning your own business, this might be an option that helps get you back into the workforce. It did for me! Just be sure, that you fully consider every aspect of entrepreneurship before you take that huge leap. A host of online resources are available to help you decide if itis the right decision for you.
Closing Statement:
If you have a disability like me, you might have thought that joining the workforce is an impossible goal. For me, I work part-time as a weekly blogger, I research guest speakers for our Education and Advocacy Department, and I have a small photography business. As you can see from this list of jobs for people with intellectual and emotional disabilities, nothing could be further from the truth. The fact is, there is a perfect job out there for almost everyone, and there’s never been a better time for you to find yours. So…get your resume written, and start looking for a job. If I could do it, so can you! You just need to believe in yourself!
Source of Information: Various Google Searches and Personal Experience
Until Next Week, Stay Safe and Well!
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