The outlook is often bleak for young adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Even when they manage to graduate from high school or college, it’s very difficult for them to find a full-time job. Know more:
At the time of the project, a client was having trouble finding employees who demonstrated competency in patent application reviews, which require manipulating and analyzing large data sets and performing what many would consider tedious work. Some people who are on the high-functioning side of the autism spectrum are particularly well-suited for such tasks because of their comfort with repetitive work tasks, attention to very small details and ability for sustained attention.
The project began by selecting four young adults who lived in the area served by ASRC. They were deemed able to successfully deal with workplace situations and managers— according to a predictive index used by ASRC’s board president in her executive search and consulting firm—and assigned them to work with the patent company on an as-needed, contract basis.
Their evaluations by the employer also showed improvement. For example, one employee started off at “meets minimum requirements” and finished the program at “exceeds requirements.” He is now working at least 20 hours a week in an internship in a related field, and is being considered for a competitive position with the company.
Overall, the study underlined the importance of providing social cognition training for the business environment in order for individuals with ASD to succeed in competitive workplaces. In this project, ASRC’s role as its backbone was critical to making it work.
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