Finding Employment that Works for Individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome

When
30 Sep 2016
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location
Milwaukee, WI Ambassador Hotel 2308 West Wisconsin Ave.

Presented by Barbara Bissonnette, Forward Motion Coaching

This seminar is designed specifically for career counselors, coaches, vocational rehabilitation and transition specialists, and other professionals who want to be better equipped to guide these students and clients. You will learn:

How individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome think, and the impact of communication, sensory, and executive function difficulties in the workplace

Why occupational choices should not be based on interests

Four steps to finding the right job match

Establishing rapport, dealing with unrealistic expectations, developing manageable job search strategies, disclosure and accommodations