Bergen County Executive Dennis McNerney today announced the creation of a free guidebook for employers who want to hire people with disabilities. The Bergen County Department of Human Services’ Division on Disability Services, Bergen Community College's Office of Special Services, and the Northern New Jersey Disabilities Network collaborated to produce the guidebook, entitled It’s All About Work, Exploring an Untapped Labor Pool.
The Northern NJ Disabilities Network includes Bergen Community College, the Partnership for Community Health, Inc., the Bergen County Division on Disability Services, and organizations committed to strengthening advocacy, education, and support services for people with disabilities.
“Employers can use the guidebook to learn about an untapped labor pool, receive information on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), business tax credits and deductions, as well as a myriad of state and local resources,” said McNerney.
“The guidebook was designed to encourage business owners, managers, and human resources personnel to tap into the skills and talents that exist among people with disabilities seeking gainful employment,” said Jim Thebery, M.A., CSW, Bergen County Division on Disability Services Director.
Employers may obtain a free copy of the guidebook by contacting the Bergen County Division on Disability Services at 201-336-6500 (Voice) or 201-336-6505 (TTY). There is a limited supply available.
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