Services for Employers
Make State Services for the Blind (SSB) your first call and shorten the time it takes to find and hire employees.
We can match your workforce needs with qualified job seekers from our program.
We can also help you avoid the high cost of employee turnover and training by assisting you in retaining long-time, well trained staff that may be experiencing vision loss.
Overview
SSB is a tremendous resource for employers. We recognize that each business is a unique organization with unique needs.
SSB serves individuals with vision impairments through a publicly-funded vocational rehabilitation program. Using SSB's placement services doesn't cost you anything.
How can my employee do this job if they can't see?
This short video showcases Minnesotans who are blind, losing vision, or DeafBlind, doing just that.
"How Can I Do This Job if I Can't See" (audio described) shows Minnesotans using high-tech and low-tech solutions at work. It’s a nice introduction for hiring managers who might be wondering if an applicant who is blind, low vision, or DeafBlind could indeed be the best person for a job.