The incidence and prevalence of autism have been increasing dramatically over the past several decades. Autistic individuals report significant difficulties initiating and maintaining their careers.
Objective:
This article reviews the employment concerns of autistic workers and suggests a collaborative strategy for implementing on-the-job accommodations with employer cooperation.
Methods:
This narrative literature review draws upon existing research by the authors and other investigators.
Results:
The win-win approach to workplace accommodations has the potential to improve job acquisition and retention outcomes for autistic workers.
Conclusions:
Vocational rehabilitation professionals must prepare autistic clients to request and implement needed on-the-job supports, utilizing existing resources like the Job Accommodation Network at West Virginia University.
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