While Autism Acceptance Month has now come and gone, we know many of you wish to remain active, do more for the cause, or start something new. Here are some ways to do just that. Volunteer your time Are you a parent, educator, or autistic individual who: Wants to share your unique advice or story…
At OAR, we support local communities with valuable resources, assist autistic individuals preparing for employment, and raise funds to support autism research studies. Below are some ways you can join our mission and help make a difference. Goal 1: Support the autism community with information resources for autistics, families, educators, and professionals. OAR’s Life Journey…
Valerie Thompson, a later diagnosed autistic individual, found herself going to interviews and receiving positive feedback but not a final offer despite considerable tech industry experience. She turned to Hire Autism for help and was paired with Angela Herbert, a Hire Autism navigator. Over several weeks, the pair met virtually to discuss Thompson’s job search,…
As we celebrate the beginning of a new year, OAR is also looking ahead to the ambitious goals it has set for 2023, including goals for Autism Acceptance Month. Join us to promote autism awareness and acceptance across the autism community. Goal 1: Support the autism community with information resources (autistics, families, educators, professionals). OAR’s…
A new year means new job seekers eager to secure part-time and full-time employment opportunities. With the help of our navigators, job seekers gain new confidence and skills to prepare them for their job search. Five talented volunteers completed their training in January to become Hire Autism’s newest navigators. Please congratulate Rebecca Winfield, Ben Malecki,…
Since the beginning of January 2022, 73 companies have joined the Hire Autism employer partner network, for a total of 262 autism-friendly employer partners and counting. As the number of employer partners continues to grow, so does the number of job seekers supported through the Hire Autism program. Take a look at Hire Autism’s 2022…
Although social skills may not be necessary for your young adult to perform the actual job, they may be needed to help them keep the job or be more socially included at work. The social skills demanded vary from place to place, but there are basic skills that every employee should know. This blog post…
On November 2, the Hire Autism team trained 9 new navigators as a part of our fall cohort. Congratulations to our newest navigators: Jeffrey Crawford Frank Haynes Brooke Kacala Angeline Loaiza Mariel Loughlin Juan Martinez Briana Oliver Misha Sharma Claudia Zacharias Hire Autism navigators play a vital role in equipping job seekers with the tools…
Autism. The workplace. Most people have experience with at least one of these, but there are growing numbers of people who encounter both, either from the employee or the employer side of workplaces. Sometimes autistic employees disclose and request accommodations, but even if they don’t, how can an employer support them? Being autistic in the…
Skills related to executive functioning, independent living, social communication, and self-advocacy are necessary for autistic students to succeed in college. These essential skills transfer to the workplace, where autistic employees must understand how to navigate discussions about disclosure, request accommodations, and adapt to new business environments. Join OAR this fall for three webinars that will…
