Hiring people with autism has never been so relevant to corporations and small businesses throughout America than it is today. For three decades I have taught, conducted research, assisted youth in career preparation, designed innovative supports for employment success, and created tools that highlight job/careers corresponding to one’s strengths. I have a Ph.D. in Educational Read More
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Changing the Employment Landscape for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
Changing the Employment Landscape for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
A Connective Interdependent Employment Model (Infographic)
CIE MODEL INFOGRAPHIC
Autism Safety-Works Newsletter, November 6, 2017
Welcome: The intention for this newsletter is to share and give. Sharing ideas and strategies with you the student, the young adult seeking employment, the parent, professionals, and business leaders. As an adult with Autism Spectrum or other disability there is so much uncertainty about how to make progress toward one’s dreams. Many individuals with Read More
Don’t Miss Out: Seven Necessary Aims to Effective Employment for Youth and Adults with Autism
In preparing autistic youth through school transition, they need practice, exposure, and experiences. Many need guidance to: a) discover how their personal interests may match certain jobs or career, b) practice independent living skills at home and in the community, c) numerous ways to recognize their strengths and how their strengths match jobs or careers Read More
Introducing ‘Power Practices’
I am happy and relieved to finally share my new student workbook “Power Practices”. Power Practices Workbook is a curriculum that guides a student through #career exploration with activities that will capture students’ career interests. The latter half of the workbook engages students with real life situations they may encounter during school and on the job. These Read More
When Adults with Autism Face Difficult Life Change: 16 Supportive Actions
When Adults with Autism Face Difficult Life Change: 16 Supportive Actions April 6, 2017
Emotional Supports for ASD during Loss
Emotional Supports for ASD during Loss When individuals with ASD face events of loss, emotional supports are necessary to assist their adaptation. Katie was a golden retriever, Trent’s sweet companion dog and friend for 15 years. She left us on December 14, 2016. She became my autistic son’s pet and a member of our family Read More