Get ready for the world of work Teens and young adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related social and learning disabilities have unique challenges that hinder their participation in the workforce. Conventional internships are not designed to provide the teaching methods and intensive coaching as well as the social and emotional support they need […]
Maki launches her career
Maki has been a trainee with Yes She Can since she graduated from Manhattanville College in May 2016. Maki wants to work in a position where she can put to use her research and data entry skills, and where her attention to detail can benefit the organization. During her participating in our training program, Maki […]
Inclusion in the house of worship, and beyond
On Friday evening, January 19, I joined The Reform Temple of Forest Hills, NY, for their Sabbath service, with the focus on inclusion. I was invited by my friend Sue Izeman, who I met when she was director of the Greenwich Autism Program where my daughter was enrolled in a social skills group at age […]
Is this job for you?
How do you know if a job is a good fit for you? There are many ways to assess a match between you and a job. For people with autism, two particular characteristics of jobs tend to be challenging: social interaction and decision-making. Consider how much autonomy you may have in the job. Can you […]
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