Employment Service System Overview
If a job seeker needs help to find a job there are state and local resources that can help with the job search.
Keeping a Job
Once the job is found, the focus will shift to making a smooth adjustment and having a successful long-term experience. There are new job duties to learn, certain rules and responsibilities to understand, and a new work environment to get accustomed to.
Disclosure
Every individual with a disability must choose whether to share his or her disability-related information with an employer. The decision whether to disclose is complex, and there is no right or wrong answer.
Job Search
Finding the right job is hard work and typically takes time and energy, and patience. Each job search strategy should be unique, and should go beyond just looking at openings on-line and in the newspaper.
Person-Centered Planning
People are at different points when they find themselves in need of a job. Some know exactly what they want and how to go about getting it. Others need to learn more about their own interests and skills, or receive training before they are ready to start their job search. A person-centered approach to career planning helps the job seeker to make satisfying job choices.
Planning for Employment Introduction
It is clear that just like all of us, people with disabilities, including ASD, can benefit from employment. Individuals across the spectrum can work when they find the right job match and when appropriate and individualized supports are built in.
Employment Glossary
A glossary of terms, focused on employment issues.
What do People Mean When They Talk About Employment and Day Services?
Generally, employment services are supplied by community rehabilitation providers or employment support providers that contract with state agencies. Employment services come in different varieties.
What Do We Mean by Employment?
Employment can mean a lot of things to a lot of people. For most people, employment means having an integrated job in the community, which means a job just like everyone else has. Some people are also exploring other options like self employment or owning your own business.
Employment Research and Reports
Although in recent years the number of people with autism spectrum disorders has been significantly growing, the availability of employment statistics specific to this group is still relatively scarce. Statistics on employment participation vary widely in how well they can identify specific groups such as people with autism spectrum disorders.