JUMP is an innovative program that seeks to create new employment opportunities for adults on the autism spectrum who have a potential for competitive independent employment.
JUMP will generate these prospects by forming a network of employers who are family members or friends of individuals on the spectrum. Because of this personal experience, these employers already understand both the extraordinary potential and the special needs that individuals on the spectrum demonstrate in the work setting, making them more likely than other employers to strive to create a work environment in which an adult on the spectrum can succeed.
Families and friends are a rich, but untapped, resource for employment opportunities in a wide variety of settings. JUMP will tap into this resource to build a pool of diverse, real-world work opportunities-ranging from internships to permanent jobs-for individuals who often have difficulty securing employment through traditional means. JUMP will also provide training and technical support for employers who join its network to ensure that both employees and employers benefit from the placements.
AHA Association gives a big THANK YOU to CABLEVISION for the production and editing of the JUMP video. Their staff helped us present our ideas in a clear and professional manner. We are grateful for their support!
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