ISAW Innovative Supports for Autistic Workers CL 2
Project Description:
With the implementation of WIOA comes an increased need for training for employers on the recruitment and management of new employees on the autism spectrum. Business Service Teams (BSTs) throughout the state will benefit from technical assistance as well as in person and online training. With a focus on youth transitioning into the workplace, the Human Development Institute will work with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Office of Autism, and the KY Advisory Council on Autism in partnership with the Kentucky Skills Network and Business Service Team Leads to:
Increase, throughout the state, the number of autistic employees in competitive jobs by empowering BSTs to offer assistance and training to employers (train the trainer model.)
Facilitate the transition to competitive employment from secondary or postsecondary education for youth on the autism spectrum by connecting existing resources (ex: CBWTP to BSTs) and through trainings specific to the needs of transitioning youth. Currently, KY Post-School Outcome data indicate that only 13.1 % of youth with autism were competitively employed within one year of completing high school. We expect to increase this percentage to at least 30% over the next five years.
To empower BSTs to best meet the needs of employers and their employees on the autism spectrum.
Keyword(s):
Autism, Autistic, Workplace Training, Employment
Core Function(s):
Developing & Disseminating Information, Continuing Education/Community Training
Area of Emphasis
Employment-Related Activities, Other - Leadership
Target Audience:
Professionals and Para-Professionals
Unserved or Under-served Populations:
Disadvantaged Circumstances, Geographic Areas, Rural/Remote, Urban, Specific Groups
Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:
State
COVID-19 Related Data:
N/A
