Learn how work incentives and benefits counseling can help youth with disabilities and their families build financial stability and plan for a brighter future.
DORS – Vocational Rehabilitation
The Maryland Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) helps people with disabilities in Maryland prepare for, find, and keep jobs through career counseling, training, assistive technology, and employment support.
Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD)
The Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD) is charged with coordinating and improving the delivery of services to individuals with disabilities in the state of Maryland.
O*NET
O*NET OnLine is an online tool for career exploration and job analysis! It has detailed descriptions of the world of work for use by job seekers, workforce development and HR professionals, students, researchers, and more!
The National Clearinghouse of Rehabilitation Training Materials (NCRTM)
The NCRTM offers the vocational rehabilitation and education communities an opportunity to contribute new knowledge to their specific fields and gain visibility for their work. The central repository for training resources in vocational rehabilitation and is sponsored by the Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA).
National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability (NCWD)
NCWD/Youth is website full of information about employment and youth with disabilities. Their partners are experts in disability, education, employment, and workforce development.
Applying for Jobs
Applying for your first job is a huge step for many teenagers. Not only are first jobs a great way to earn money, but they’ll give you plenty of experience and work skills along the way.
Forms of Identification
Are you looking for your first job? Before you start, you will need several documents that prove your identify. Employers will ask for your Social Security number (SSN) and an official identification card before hiring you. If you don’t have a Social Security number, you will also need a certified copy of your birth certificate.