Jun 29th 11 Posted by Barbara

Biotech Job Needed in San Francisco Bay Area – An Asperger’s Job Request

“Hi, I’m a 40 yr old guy with Asperger Syndrome who lives in the San Francisco Bay area. I have a Masters degree in the biotech field, but am having a big problem with finding/keeping employment. I like doing the labwork that I do, but have found that the intense, interpersonal interactions required have made me consider any possibilities outside my field. I have a temp job right now,... read more

Jun 6th 11 Posted by tdomf_7a1de

Cartoonist – an Autism Job Story

Hi, I’m Jenna. I like to draw some known cartoon characters. This is my cartoon art site: http://cutiejenna.deviantart.com/gallery I like to draw Creepy Susie from The Oblongs and Spud from American Dragon: Jake Long cuz they are my 2 favorite characters. I also have dreams with both of them. I like to have people comment. read more

May 16th 11 Posted by Barbara

Career Solutions, Inc. – an Autism Job Resource in Nebraska

From a parent-organized organization started in 1993 to provide supported employment services to individuals with disabilities, Career Solutions, Inc. now includes an educational and independent living services to its clients. There are four components of Career Solutions, Inc.’s supported employment services: job development, job placement, job coaching and on-going, follow-up support. They... read more

Apr 21st 11 Posted by tdomf_7a1de

Nathan’s job – An Autism Job Story

I, Scott Williams, did an email interview with Nathan Levine about his job. Nathan’s mom answered for him as he is non verbal. Nathan is a Steward at the Hilton Hotel in Austin,Tx.  Nathan has worked there for almost 4 years. His duties are : cleans, sorts and returns dishware to the food line so that the chefs can have clean dishes to use. Nathan likes spraying of the dishes because he likes... read more

Mar 10th 11 Posted by tdomf_7a1de

Updated Nitro Swim Story

This month is my Nitro swim job 1 year anniversary. I wipe the bleachers, I locate lost found items and clean the parking lot, finger pint time clock.  i have 2 work shirts. -contributed by Scott in Texas. To see Scott’s first Jobs4Autism post, click HERE. For more information on Nitro Swim Center, click HERE. read more

Jan 18th 11 Posted by Barbara

Job Coach Needed in San Francisco Bay Area – an Asperger’s Request

My son is 35 yrs. old, has a BFA in art, and cannot find help with his learning disabilities and a job coach. He was fired from a major coffee house and an  auto repair job.  He is intelligent, diligent, responsible, and very honest.  He has Asperger’s or high-functioning autism, and the job counselors here help developmentally disabled adults who don’t have Asperger’s. How can... read more