Principles and Promising Practices for Hiring and Retaining Young Autistic Workers
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Associated Project
Research Support Services for Employment of Young Adults on the Autism Spectrum
Prepared for:
U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Disability Employment Policy
Key Findings
- There is no one-size-fits-all approach to employing autistic workers. A strategy that helps one autistic person succeed may not work for another.
- Workers on the autism spectrum, as with other workers, can thrive in any industry if they find the right position to fit their individual strengths.
- Unexpected changes in the workplace or unmet accommodation needs may be more disruptive for someone on the autism spectrum than for a neurotypical worker.
- People on the autism spectrum place particular value on clear and direct communication from managers, colleagues, and job coaches.
This brief describes benefits, practical tips, and effective strategies for employers to attract and retain the growing share of the workforce that is on the autism spectrum. It highlights small adjustments to business practices that can improve employment experiences for autistic workers.
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