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Employment
Having a job can be a source of great pride and a sense of achievement. Yet many individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are unemployed or underemployed, or may be struggling in a current position.
- Where can you turn for help in developing job skills and finding a job?
- How do you prepare for a job interview?
- How do you manage multiple responsibilities?
- What about office politics and social relationships on the job?
The Employment section of the CAR Autism Roadmap™ answers many questions you may have and may help you to prepare for the unexpected. Use the filter options on the left side of your screen below to narrow article selections by categories.
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Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Many individuals on the autism spectrum need an accommodation for time management in the workplace. Some autistic people struggle because of difficulty tracking and managing time. Some operate on a very loose schedule, unaware of what time it is and...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Many individuals on the autism spectrum struggle to find jobs and succeed in them. Job accommodations and adaptations help many autistic adults to be more productive while on the job. Depending on your circumstances, federal law may require that an...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
A job coach is an individual who is employed to help people with disabilities learn, accommodate, and perform their work duties. A job coach may work with individuals one-on-one and/or in a small group. In addition to working on skills related to...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Supports for individuals in the workplace can take the form of job accommodations and adaptations. Some commonly used supports are listed below. If you are an individual on the autism spectrum, you may need to self-advocate in order to receive one or...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Your resume is a very important part of the employment process. It is the first thing the prospective employer sees, a first impression of who you are and what you are all about. Therefore, a good amount of effort needs to be put into making your...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
We make choices throughout our lives based on our likes and dislikes. This includes the kind of work we do. Job choices are based on our personal preferences, interests, and aptitude . Your aptitude is what you are able to do and what you can learn...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
OK, you are ready. You wrote a fabulous cover letter, attached your resume, and the next step is the interview. YIKES!!! You are going to meet people you have never met before. You need to make a good impression. What makes a good impression? The...
Last updated on Jun 18, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Whether or not to disclose your diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) — and when and how — are often difficult decisions. The decision to disclose varies from situation to situation and individual to individual. The Americans with Disabilities...
Last updated on May 29, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
There is no one way to determine if employment or college is a better choice for any student. Students, with input from their families, should consider their goals for the future and determine how best to reach them. In doing so, students and...