Not sure what you mean by handle the reference. List it on your resume openly and honestly. I wouldn't put the "jerks who screwed you for money" down as a ref

Not sure what you mean by handle the reference. List it on your resume openly and honestly. I wouldn't put the "jerks who screwed you for money" down as a reference. They are unlikely to say anything nice. If you don't have a lot of work experience and need a reference perhaps a co worker who you are friendly with could do it instead of your boss.