ASA EMPLOYMENT RESOURSE
Employment plays a pivotal role in adulthood. By using appropriate services and support and taking advantage of an individual’s strengths and abilities, employment is attainable for most adults who experience Autism. Planning for future employment should be part of every child’s life plan and career pathways should be expected in adulthood.

CHARTING THE LIFECOURSE
This guide is one in a series of LifeCourse domain guides focused on Daily Life and Employment. It is intended
to help you, your family, or the people who support you think about what you like and want to do as you
grow from childhood into young adulthood and beyond. This guide will help you think about questions to ask,
things to do, and resources to access that lead to a job, career, volunteer position, or continuing education of
your choice.

SOFTSKILLS TO PAY THE BILLS
A curriculum developed by ODEP focused on teaching “soft” or workforce readiness skills to youth, including youth with disabilities. Created for youth development professionals as an introduction to workplace interpersonal and professional skills, the curriculum is targeted for youth ages 14 to 21 in both in-school and out-of-school environments. The basic structure of the program is comprised of modular, hands-on, engaging activities that focus on six key skill areas: communication, enthusiasm and attitude, teamwork, networking, problem solving and critical thinking, and professionalism.

JOB ACCOMMODATION NETWORK (JAN)
JAN provides information designed to help employers and individuals determine effective accommodations and comply with Title I of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA). You will find ADA information, accommodation ideas, and resources for additional information. Listings can be filtered by disability, topic, limitation, work-related function, or accommodation.