My Work Experience
I have been working for over 4 years and like both of my jobs. I have learned a lot and hope to learn even more. I also hope to learn a new job and continue to grow professionally. It's important to never stop looking for a job.
Marshalls Department Store in Queens
I started working at Marshalls as a merchandise floor associate on June 16 2010. I really like working at Marshalls and like my co-workers and my manager.
When I arrive at work, I look at the bulletin board to see which department I am working in. Once I am in that department, I check the clothes to make sure they have tags. I also make sure that the hangers all have the correct size keeders. Once I have checked everything, I inform my manager if we are missing any tags or keeders. This makes work easier more Marshalls, but also makes shopping better for the customers.
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Marshalls Work History
I became a Salitillo Ambassador in November 2011. I use a ChatPC device to communicate with people.
As an ambassador, I was chosen to travel to a conference in Chicago. While in Chicago, I went to the Assistive Technology Industry Association Conference with Karen, my Saltillo representative. At the conference, I used my Saltillo Touch Chat PC to present to the people attending the conference. Here is a link to the details from the ATIA Conference in 2011.
Saltillo Touch Chat PC Ambassador
Saltillo Work History
Young adults with cognitive impairments and who use AAC devices maximize self-expression by customizing AAC through integrating mobile technology and apps. Community partners provide opportunities to form new relationships and engagement in diverse activities. AAC users are now exploring their identities and becoming integrated members of caring communities. Jamel collaborated with a Pace University Service-Learning partner to create an iMovie showcasing his talents as a writer and dancer. Jamel states he is now defined by these “non-speaking” activities. Adil is employed part-time at a national department store and serves as a Saltillo Ambassador. He is now a role model for younger AAC users by raising awareness of the possibilities of their lives. Adil is now a young man defined by his hard work, winning personality and Muslim faith. At home, Adil uses an Ipad and “Skypes” to stay in touch with his family in Pakistan.
Primary Speaker : Lorraine Cohen, CCC-SLP, Assistive Technology Specialist, AHRC New York City
Co-Speaker : Karen Deckman, Assistive Technology Specialist, Saltillo Corporation