Underrepresented Job Seekers
Support for job seekers who face barriers to opportunity, including LGBTQ+ job seekers and young adults starting their careers.
Who this is for
Some job seekers face extra barriers because of who they are or where they come from. We work to open doors to fair opportunities.
- LGBTQ+ job seekers
- Young adults starting their first career
- People of color and members of other communities that have been left out of opportunity
- Job seekers with limited work history
Meeting you where you are
Our team takes part in community events to meet job seekers in the places they already feel welcome, including hosting a booth at a local Pride event.
What we offer
Respectful, one-on-one support from a young, diverse team.
01
Inclusive employer connections
We connect you with employers committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
02
Starting your career
Help building a résumé, even with little work experience, and preparing for interviews.
03
Confidence at work
Learn your workplace rights and how to handle concerns if they come up.
04
Support that respects you
You decide what to share about yourself. We use your name and pronouns.
How it works
1
Reach out
Call, email, or use the Get Started form.
2
Meet with our team
We talk about your goals, strengths, and any barriers you’ve faced.
3
Build your plan
Together we decide on next steps, such as training, a résumé, or a job search.
4
Find work
We help you connect with inclusive employers and start your new job.
Your privacy matters
Information you share about your identity stays with ARS WorkAbility.
We won’t share it with employers without your permission.
Questions
Do I need to have a disability to get help?
No. Our services are open to job seekers facing many kinds of barriers.
How do you choose employers?
We work with employers who have shown a commitment to inclusive hiring and respectful workplaces.
Will employers know I’m LGBTQ+?
Only if you choose to tell them. We never share this information without your permission.
Is there a cost?
No. Our employment services are at no cost to you.
Let’s find a workplace where you belong
Contact us, and a member of our team will follow up with you.
Pathful is accessed through ARS WorkAbility’s partnership with SourceAmerica.