Building an Inclusive Workplace: Why Hiring People with Disabilities Helps Everyone

Recruiting and hiring individuals goes beyond tax credits and the “right” thing to do; it can also offer strategic advantages to businesses of any size when it comes to workplace culture, driving innovation, and improving processes that impact the bottom line.

Ohio Valley Goodwill has been at the forefront of this movement for decades, advocating for the value of individuals with disabilities in the workplace through our job training and employment services.

Are you curious about the advantages of hiring individuals with disabilities? Let’s take a look at just some of the benefits:

Expand the Talent Pool and Reduce Turnover

Despite staff shortages impacting nearly every industry, many employers are overlooking an untapped talent pool: workers with disabilities. By being open to hiring individuals with disabilities, companies can gain access to a large and dedicated workforce ready to be a part of the team.

When it comes to reducing turnover, hiring people with disabilities offers a significant benefit. Research shows that workers with disabilities demonstrate higher levels of motivation to work and loyalty to their employers, which can lead to lower turnover rates and reduce the costs associated with frequent recruiting, hiring, and training.

Enhance Innovation and Problem-Solving

Individuals with disabilities bring a unique perspective to any workplace, which can help enhance innovation and creative problem-solving. Inviting people with diverse backgrounds and life experiences to the table can lead to innovative solutions and process improvements for your organization.

Foster an Inclusive Workplace for All

By hiring diverse employees, including those with disabilities, and setting them up for success, organizations can create a welcoming and inclusive workplace that benefits everyone on the team. Why? Because everyone deserves to come to work and feel valued, accepted, and respected for who they are. A truly inclusive workplace acknowledges the differences and strengths of each employee, which helps to create a thriving and successful team culture.

Learn More About Hiring Individuals with Disabilities

If you’re ready to learn more about hiring individuals with disabilities in Greater Cincinnati and surrounding areas, contact the experts at Ohio Valley Goodwill.

From career exploration and job skills training to job placement and worksite supports, we provide the programs and services individuals with disabilities need to find and obtain meaningful community employment.

We regularly work with local employers to identify their needs and help connect them to dedicated individuals who are eager to work. We invite you to read the Success Stories of the individuals we’ve been proud to serve over the years. 

Did You Know? Support Employment Opportunities in Your Community! 

Even if you’re not an employer, you can still make a difference and help pave the way for individuals with disabilities to empower themselves through community employment.

It’s as easy as shopping at your nearest Cincinnati Goodwill thrift store or donating your gently-used items! Every item purchased or donated makes a difference and impacts the Goodwill mission to change lives through the power of work. So, the next time you’re looking for a unique and affordable shopping experience or need to donate unwanted items, remember that choosing Ohio Valley Goodwill helps to support people right here in your community.

We appreciate your support! Together, we can create a more inclusive world where everyone has the opportunity to work and thrive.