Employment Resources
From their website: "As an autistic-majority company, we’re a resource for talent. We integrate our technology consultants into client organizations, performing as software developers, data analysts, QA engineers, and more. Client teams work with our outstanding autistic professionals first-hand, opening minds and achieving diversity goals.
Our model supports the autistic community by helping build quality careers, unlocking opportunities, and empowering client organizations through actionable neurodiversity training and advisory services. Our employees build lifelong careers in technology, discover personal autonomy, and improved self-esteem.
Through auticon Labs, we utilize an entrepreneurial mindset to develop commercial technology solutions for social and environmental challenges faced by autistic professionals, helping them succeed in the workplace."
https://auticon.com/ca-en/job/your-dream-job/
EmploymentWorks Online! (NEW)
EmploymentWorks Online is a program for individuals who enjoy the flexibility and convenience of learning at their own pace and schedule. The online format and user friendly design makes the program highly accessible by removing barriers to participation related to location, transportation, or fixed program schedules. To participate, all that is required is access to a computer or tablet, and a reliable internet connection. The program transforms the EmploymentWorks curriculum into a highly engaging learning experience, jam packed with interactive features, tools and resources, and offers a new way for autistic youth, adults and persons with disabilities to prepare for, find and keep jobs.
During the program, individuals connect with program facilitators and receive 1:1 job seeking support. When employment is gained during the program, on-the job supports are available to support integration into the workforce, such as equipment to perform job tasks, job coaching, and a wage subsidy that can be used by employers to help cover onboarding and training costs. Other program benefits include access to on-demand mental health resources and supports.
Who is the program for?
Individuals who:
· Self-identify as being autistic, neurodivergent, or as a person with a disability*
· Require assistance to prepare for, find, and keep a job
· Are motivated to find employment
· Prefer learning at their own pace
· Are legally entitled to work in Canada
· Ages 15+
*Disability is defined as having a permanent or recurring physical, mental, neurodevelopmental, or any other disability that restricts your ability to perform daily activities.
To find out more information: https://employment-works.ca/online-program/