Autism Job Placement: An Autism Resource

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Jul 6th 10 Posted by Barbara in Adults, advice, autism, autism job search, Autism Resource, characteristics, communication, Featured Articles, job opportunities, organizations, Young Adult

Autism Job Placement: An Autism Resource

Natural Learning Concepts manufactures materials for autism, speech and cognitive delays. Founders Jene Aviram and Joselyn Blum say the company’s goal is “to increase language and communication skills of children who fall on the autistic spectrum or have development delays while showing them how much fun it is to do so.”

All of the illustrators they employ are on the autism spectrum, and that got them thinking, if we can do this, others can, too. So in 2007, Aviram and Blum launched a new resource to help those on the spectrum find employment: Autism Job Placement.

Their theory is “if you can get on-line, you can get a job!”

The site is set up in forum-style, where employers who are interested in quality of work, who are willing to look beyond interview or interpersonal skills to a potential employee’s unique skills and abilities, post job openings.

Potential employees post information about themselves and about the type of job they’re seeking. Both groups can look over what has been posted in hopes of a match in location, skills and interest.

For those employers who might have doubts about hiring someone on the spectrum, basic information is offered about autism, including this list:

Good reasons to hire people with autism and Asperger’s
- Many have the ability to focus intently on projects.
- Others are very detailed and excel in any position requiring this skill.
- Some are excellent at finding imperfections and make top notch editors.
- With excellent research abilities, many make outstanding technical writers.
- Often they have a wealth of knowledge and have excellent computer skills.
- Some have excellent catalog and sorting skills.
- Others excel in routine work and never miss a beat.
- Typically people with autism are punctual, loyal and dedicated employees who prefer to remain in the same company for a long period of time.

This is a free service and it’s not limited to location. Please help spread the word!
Click here to go to the forum and get started posting jobs or job requests.