From Potential to Paycheck - Part 2 - Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Autism

In this follow-up conversation, Angie Matheney and Christi Jensen talk about what it takes to not just land a job, but to keep it and succeed in the workplace. We share strategies that have helped Alec, from setting up routines and systems of support, to teaching the importance of punctuality, appropriate dress, and workplace communication. We also talk about how to build natural supports at work, use visual schedules, and how the environment can be the teacher, if you let it.

There will be challenges too—like dealing with sensory environments, co-worker interactions, and learning the rhythm of a new job. Power through the challenges because it is so rewarding to see the confidence and pride that comes when individuals with autism find their place in the workforce. They too, can be contributing members of society.