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This is what it says on the bottom of the job I found on Craigslist that I want to apply for. What does that mean?

Also, I have not really thought about applying for jobs as a disabled person before. Is it a good idea? Am I more likely or less likely to get hired this way? (I understand vaguely that a company gets benefits from hiring a disabled person..) Should I tell them about it in the first email? Or maybe after I actually go in and meet them, so they don't get the wrong impression of me? (Like picturing me as a ret*d or something.) How should I say it?

Sorry if these are common questions. D:

I think it's very important to check the legitimacy of the job ad. There are many scammers out there, particularly on social posting networks such as Craigslist. It would certainly be good for you to try. Do some research first about the company.

I suppose another way would be to contact a social development agency/organization. They can hook you up to a job they know or guide you to appropriate places/methods to look for the right fit for a job.

Thanks, but that's totally not what I was asking. I know the company, it's like a block away from my school and my room mate has played their games. (Video game company)
I don't really need someone to hold my hand, I just want to know if there are any benefits to applying as a disabled person, since it's an option that's available to me.

First it would depend on their definition of a disabled person? There are many disabilities.

But to give some advantages and disadvantages I think of:

ADVANTAGES:
* They can take measures to minimize the disadvantages of your autism
* You could get some extra coaching
* In some countries there are tax advantages or other government support for the company, when they hire disabled people
* Your behaviour would not be judged THAT harsh
* You can be honoust

DISADVANTAGES:
* You put yourself back compared to other applicants
* Higher career paths will be more difficult to attain
* They could abuse your disability in future situations


It depends on your level of autism and your ability to separate your personal life from your work life. If you are high functioning and you can make a good separation it can be possible to apply as a 'normal person' (this was my choice). If you have more difficulties with your behaviour etc. it would be wise to apply as a disables person.

But this is MY view, it could not hold for you. Talk to someone you trust with this. And make a good choice.

Good luck with your application!

Thank you, Asterisp. I think I'll have to find out what tax advantages they would get, because I think I live in a place where that happens. But I'll probably opt not to tell them, or to not tell them immediately. (I'd still like replies if anyone has any relevant info though, more info is always good.) I don't think my behavioral problems are very bad, and the disadvantages seem like they'd outweigh the advantages for me.