Autism & Customized Employment
A job shaped around your strengths, not the other way around.
We specialize in vocational support for people on the autism spectrum. Customized employment starts with a person's talents and support needs, then works with an employer to shape a role that fits.
- Who it's for
- Autistic people and others who benefit from a customized approach
- Our approach
- Customized employment, agreed with the employer
- How to start
- Contact us directly, or ask your counselor to refer you
Who it helps
Job seekers
Autistic people and others who do their best work in a role designed around their strengths and support needs.
Families and supporters
Parents, caregivers, and counselors who want a thoughtful, person-centered plan.
What support is available
We get to know the person first, then build the job around them.
1. Individual employment strategies
We learn what you enjoy, what you are good at, and what helps you work well.
2. Customized employment
We work with employers to shape roles that fit your talents and support needs.
3. Skills and peer support
We help you access social skills training, assistive programs, and peer support.
Terms you may hear
Full glossary in Resources- Customized employment
- A job shaped around a person's strengths and needs, agreed with an employer.
- CIE
- Competitive Integrated Employment. A job in a typical workplace, paid at least minimum wage and the same as coworkers, alongside people without disabilities.
How to get started
- Step 1
Reach out
Send a message or call us. You can contact us yourself, or a family member, school, or agency can contact us for you.
- Step 2
Talk with our team
We'll learn about your goals and situation, and explain which services and funding may apply.
- Step 3
Plan your next steps
Together we agree on a plan and who will support you, then get to work on it.