The AWARE Program at UAB provides disability-management services when an employee’s job is affected by a physical, mental, or emotional impairment. Through a unique partnership between UAB and the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS), the AWARE Program assists current employees and their departments, job seekers going through the application process, and employees returning from long-term disability or medical leave. In addition, the AWARE Program coordinates requests for reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Current AWARE Program services include...

Disability assistance for employees and their departments  •  Vocational evaluations and rehabilitation counseling  •  Advice on ADA reasonable accommodations  •  On-site workplace assessments by trained rehabilitation engineers  •  Coordination of medical information and return-to-work documentation  •  Recruitment of qualified applicants with disabilities  •  Disability awareness and sensitivity training  •  Transfer assistance when appropriate

UAB is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Neurodiversity in the Workplace

The AWARE Program is celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) in October by spotlighting learning opportunities to give you insight into recruiting, retaining and understanding neurodiverse members of the workforce.

Neurodiversity in the Workplace

The Neurodiversity in the Workplace Learning Path from LinkedIn Learning is a series of short videos designed to give users insight into understanding neurodiverse people.

Hiring & Supporting Neurodiversity in the Workplace

This two-hour LinkedIn Learning course looks at ways to recruit and support neurodivergent talent, while building understanding of what supporting neurodiversity in the workplace involves.

Deepening Your Understanding of the Neurodiverse Employee
Coming Soon

This Learning Path dives deeper into understanding neurodivergent employees and offers practical strategies for communication, clarity and inclusive team management.

Celebrating Value & Talent: The Disability Inclusion Advantage
October 23, noon-1 p.m.

The Birmingham SHRM invites members to a virtual lunch and learn event in recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Click here to register.