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ASN Summer 2021 Issue UTISM PECTRUM EWS A YOUR TRUSTEDS SOURCE OF SCIENCE-BASED AUTISM EDUCATION,N SUMMER 2021 INFORMATION, ADVOCACY, AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES VOL. 14 NO. 1 Autism and Employment Conducting a Job Search: Quick Tips to Guide Your Journey By Michael Giorgio the myriad job requirements out there (that Spectrum Works, Inc. most of us never realized existed) can bring you to the top of the resume pile. That is the first step. That is where you need to be. The et us begin with facts: job search- process of interviewing and winning the ing is not always easy - for any- job is phase two of the process, which many one. Most people, whether they other resources will cover further in depth. are autistic or not, will experience A recent article in Spectrum illustrates Lseveral potential hurdles when finding the how one of the hallmarks of autism, an in- right job for them. Although there are addi- tense and often narrow focus on a very spe- tional challenges that are unique to autistic cific topic, can lead to a career. In response individuals, the initial steps of the journey to autistic blogger Pete Wharmby’s 2020 are similar, and these core elements of any Twitter post - “Anyone #autistic managed job search campaign can make a differ- to make a living from a special interest?” - ence in a competitive job market. people with professions as diverse as librar- Spectrum Works is a non-profit dedicat- ian, tattoo artist, train conductor, and even ed to providing job training and life success paleontologist responded that their passions skills for autistic young adults. While much inspired and informed their life’s work. of the curriculum and practical training are Temple Grandin, PhD, whose passion specific to autism, portions of our career for animals led to her becoming a preem- planning are applicable to anyone and are inent expert and thought leader on animal key to identifying who you are and what behavior, and John Elder Robison, an auto you can bring to the professional world. enthusiast and highly recognized restorer Job searching is a complex process and take away today to get started and that can employment - a job that inspires and fits of classic cars, are two prominent autism no one article will offer an all-encompass- hopefully help you gain an edge in your “me.” Much has been written lately about advocates who have turned their special ing solution. Most autistic individuals will personal marketing campaign. “special interests” related to autism. Be- interests into a profession. need the support and guidance of profes- yond challenges - which are individual to Try this (fun) exercise: make a list of ev- sionals over time to become seasoned in Who Am I? What Do I Want? each person - there also exists your own erything you enjoy doing. It can be anything all aspects of career planning. In the mean- unique attributes or strengths. Identifying time, here are some quick tips you can Our ultimate goal is to find meaningful and promoting these strengths to align with see Job Search on page 25 Neurodiversity Hiring Programs - A Path to Employment? By Marcia Scheiner With SAP’s announcement, hopes rose President that doors would begin opening at large Integrate Autism Employment Advisors employers interested in including autistic jobseekers in their ranks. SAP was fol- lowed by several other global employers tandard recruiting and interviewing in making significant commitments to im- processes are designed for the ways plementing autism hiring programs – DXC neurotypical candidates think. Un- Technology (2014), JPMorgan Chase and fortunately, these practices often Microsoft (2015) and EY (2016). Today, Sobscure the talents neurodivergent candi- these five employers have the largest dates can bring to an organization. While neurodiversity hiring efforts, measured some autistic individuals do obtain em- by number of employees hired, among ployment through an employer’s standard federal and corporate initiatives (see Histo- legislation, WIOA was meant to ensure multi-national corporations. Additional- recruiting process without disclosing they ry Timeline, above). disabled workers are provided with the ly, at least fifty other major corporations, have a neurodivergent profile or request- The Vocational Rehabilitation Act of skills to succeed in a competitive employ- worldwide, have launched hiring initia- ing an accommodation, the unemployment 1920, which provided funds for people ment environment and engage employers tives targeting neurodivergent talent. statistics suggest that those individuals are with physical disabilities, laid the ground- in a more meaningful way in the process in the minority. To address this, some em- work for the current vocational service of creating employment opportunities for Hiring Approaches ployers are modifying their recruiting and system for people with disabilities in the people with disabilities. interviewing practices to provide autistic U.S. Over the years, the Vocational Re- On the corporate side, in 2008 Wal- The approaches employers take to in- candidates the opportunity to demonstrate habilitation Act was expanded to include green’s started hiring a significant number clude autistic individuals can range from their skill sets in ways that suit their pre- services for persons with other types of of employees with disabilities to work in hiring initiatives developed solely for neu- sentation styles, while others have gone as disabilities. The Rehabilitation Act of two major distribution centers, and in 2010 rodivergent candidates to creating inclu- far as setting up completely distinct pro- 1973 was passed to include persons with started the Retail Employee Disability Ini- sive processes within the company’s exist- grams for hiring autistic employees. severe disabilities and incorporate civil tiative to train people with disabilities in ing hiring practices. rights protection for persons with dis- their retail pharmacies. In March 2013, The History of abilities (Idaho Department of Vocational SAP announced its intention to have 1% of Distinct Hiring Processes - Some compa- Neurodiversity Hiring Programs Rehabilitation, n.d.). In 2014, the passage its workforce be comprised of autistic em- nies choose to establish an autism hiring of the Workforce Innovation and Oppor- ployees by 2020. For a Fortune 500 com- program that is distinct and separate from Present day neurodiversity hiring pro- tunity Act (WIOA) updated the laws gov- pany, this was an incredible commitment grams have evolved from a combination of erning vocational services. Unlike prior at that time. see Hiring on page 34 PAGE 2 www.AutismSpectrumNews.org AUTISM SPECTRUM NEWS ~ SUMMER 2021 AUTISM SPECTRUM NEWS ~ SUMMER 2021 www.AutismSpectrumNews.org PAGE 3 Table of Contents Editorial Calendar Autism and Employment - Written by Autistic Adults Fall 2021 Issue 11 Making a Case for the IEP Diploma When It Comes to Employment “Challenging Behaviors and Autism” 12 What Benefits Should an Employer Have for Neurodiverse Employees? Deadline: September 2, 2021 12 Identity Language: In Service of a More Inclusive Workplace 17 Why Being Self-Employed Was the Logical Solution for Me Winter 2022 Issue 18 Matching Interests Key to Successful Employment for People with Autism “Improving Lives with Technology” Deadline: December 3, 2021 26 The Connection Between Transportation Access and Future Employment 27 Autistics and Employment: Far Too Many Rivers to Cross Spring 2022 Issue 29 Disclosing Autism During an Interview “Education and Autism” Autism and Employment - For Individuals and Employees Deadline: March 3, 2022 1 Conducting a Job Search: Quick Tips to Guide Your Journey 4 Ensuring Safety in an Inclusive Workplace Summer 2022 Issue “Understanding and Treating Co-Occurring Conditions” 8 Set Up For Success: Vista Life Innovations’ Three-Step Employment Model Deadline: June 7, 2022 9 A Person-Centered Approach to Teaching Meaningful Employment Skills 10 The “Why” of Disability Unemployment 16 Supporting the Transition to Employment for Adolescents with Autism Want to participate? 16 Engagement in Special Interests Provides Employment Opportunities Learn about and . 18 Social Skills Intervention: Key Piece of the Employment Puzzle advertising article submissions 20 Networking for Good 20 A Bridge to Employment Stay Connected with ASN Online 21 Self-Advocacy and Successful Onboarding and Maintenance of Employment 23 Building Interview Skills Can Help People with ASD Feel Less Overwhelmed Find over 1,100 articles and 50 back issues at Autism and Employment - For Employers www.AutismSpectrumNews.org 1 Neurodiversity Hiring Programs - A Path to Employment? 6 Fostering a Healthy Workplace Requires a Holistic Approach Get Even More Autism Education 19 Six Steps for Greater Autism Inclusion in the Workplace Delivered to Your Inbox Every Two Weeks! 24 Improving the Psychological and Emotional Safety of Adults in the Workplace Sign Up for the ASN UPDATE Newsletter Autism and Employment - Public Policy 25 Equal Access to Employment for Adults Requires Bold Legislative Initiative Supporting the Autism Community 13 Autism Through a Clinician’s Perspective #YourTrustedSource 14 The Key to True Success in College and Beyond Since 2008, Autism Spectrum News has been providing Scientific Research News a trusted source of science-based autism information, 22 Early Screening Tool Leads to Earlier Diagnosis and Treatment for ASD education, and quality resources to the community. 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