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7416 Autism and Employment Issues: A Panel Discussion [CRC Session]
Thursday, July 24, 2014: 10:45 AM-12:00 PM
208 (Indiana Convention Center)
Many adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) report unemployment or underemployment as a major problem. This panel presents two views from people with ASD, employer expectations and perspectives, and ideas to identify the needed support strategies to promote self-determination and successful employment.
Learning Objectives:
- • Discuss what works well regarding employment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) recognize the perspective from adults with ASD who are dealing with these issues and be able to prepare traditional job coaches to be “social coaches” to effectively support workers with ASD.
- • Discuss barriers to employment for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and how to demonstrate to employers the importance of creating and maintaining a disability and inclusion plan that promotes an inclusive environment.
- • Predict the impact that OFCCP’s Section 503 regulations will have on employers and their plan to recruit workers with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Content Area: Transition Planning and Options for Adulthood
Presenters:
Teresa Grossi, Ph.D.
Director
Center on Community Living and Careers
Teresa is the director of The Center on Community Living and Careers, which partners with schools and support organizations to improve secondary transition and employment outcomes for individuals to live, work, and participate in their communities.
James Emmett
Corporate Disability Consultant
Poses Family Foundation at the Social Coaching Institute
James Emmett is a national leader in the development of employment services for persons with disabilities. Drawing from personal, business and educational experience, James empowers persons with disabilities to succeed in job as well as life skills, and trains corporations in outreach efforts to the disability community.
Stephan Viehweg, MSW, ACSW, LCSW, IMH-E® (IV)
Associate Director of the Riley Child Development Center
Riley Child Development Center
Stephan is the Associate Director of Indiana's LEND program, and faculty member of the IU School of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics and the IU School of Social Work. Steve has extensive experience as a social work provider with families and their children with delays as well as adults with disabilities.
