A group of young people, CVs in hand, gathered in the large hall of the city hall on the 15the Paris district, where the Disability Employment Forum was held, Friday, November 7. Thomas (those interviewed did not want to give his last name), 24, has applied for the position of commis chef at Ducasse. “He has three years of experience, he is serious and motivated but will always need support”explained his father, who came with him.
Behind him, Christophe, 19, is looking for a work-study program for his CAP in cooking. Late for this year, but he was able to send his CV. Most of the candidates present benefit from recognition of disabled worker status (RQTH). Like Laurine, 23, who has back problems and is looking for her first job as a lawyer. “If it’s in a special forum, it’s easier because we know the company is disability-friendly. When I was in internships and work-study programs, I waited until I signed a contract to ask for an ergonomic chair and more remote work. »
Because disabilities can scare off recruiters, as told by Gabrielle, 22, who wanted to become a nursing home facilitator and chose to mention her RQTH in her application. “I had four failed interviews. I was once told that I didn’t know how to handle elderly stress, it was discrimination.”
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