Autism Job Fair

Autism Job Fair 2017
Date/Time: 
Wednesday, January 11, 2017 - 9:00am to 2:00pm

Calling all employers and adults on the autism spectrum—come explore the Autism Job Fair on Jan. 11, 2017 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 

The event will take place at Arizona Industries for the Blind, located at 515 N. 51st Avenue, Suite 130 in Phoenix.

What to expect:

  • One-hour employer workshop about autism and employing adults on the spectrum
  • One-hour workshop for job seekers on the autism spectrum about employment and how to be successful at the job fair and beyond
  • Opportunities to visit employer booths for adults on the spectrum, along with parents and job coaches

 

The job fair is sponsored by the Rehabilitative Services Administration at the Department of Economic Security (also known as Vocational Rehabilitation or VR) and the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix. This event is open to ALL adults on the autism spectrum, regardless of whether or not they receive services from the RSA/VR programs.

Registration isn't required, but encouraged. Please RSVP before Jan. 5, 2017. Register Here: http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/3153096/Autism-Job-Fair

Employers can contact Tim Stump at DES for more information: [email protected]

 
Event Schedule
8:30 - 9 a.m.  Registration

9 - 10 a.m.  Employer workshop
Learn about employing adults on the autism spectrum and their strengths and challenges.

9 - 10 a.m.  Workshop for adults on the autism spectrum and their parents/job coaches
Learn about the job fair, how to find a job, and how to keep a job.

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.  Open job fair
Adults with ASD (and their parent/job coach if desired) can meet with prospective employers individually.

 

Location: 
Arizona Industries for the Blind, 515 N. 51st Avenue, # 130, Phoenix, AZ 85043