Autism Employment Supports

Do you or a family member or friend with autism need help with the “soft skills” required to land and keep a job?
Would you like guidance on what career field would be best?
Do you or your friend or family member need individualized support on the job?

As you or your loved one make the transition to adulthood, we offer assistance with finding, keeping, and thriving in a job. We do this through accessing Medicaid waiver services, EIPD (formerly known as vocational rehabilitation services), state-funded services, grant funding, and affordable private-pay options. Service availability varies by location.

“Adam’s the type of guy, he likes people, he likes to talk a lot, and having a job with responsibilities is wonderful. Life with employment with Adam, making himself a salary, is tremendous.”

Adam’s Father

Not sure where to start? ASNC can help

Job Skills, Preferred Activities, and Vocational Assessments: Our employment supports staff is trained in assessing and supporting the exploration of an individual’s skills and interests.
Job Development: Our staff is skilled in teaching individuals how to find and be hired for jobs that suit them, including providing support in tasks such as interviewing, creating a resume, and networking. We work with employers and individuals to ensure successful matches.
On-the-Job Training: For those who have a job, our staff supports individuals in learning the skills involved, learning a skill that is added to the requirements, and maintaining employment. Training on soft skills such as interactions with co-workers and supervisors is also included.
Long-Term Training and Support: Our staff is trained to implement the state and federally funded long-term training and support services. These services are also available as private-pay options. ASNC’s staff collaborates with each individual and his or her treatment team to develop and implement a long-term, individualized plan to achieve maximum independence and maintain the job.
“Get Ready to Work” Training: Free 12-week courses are available online to help individuals gain the necessary skills to gain employment.

2025 Online training schedule:

We are pleased to offer “Get Ready to Work” Training classes in the ~~spring~~ (*** 2/28/25 note – SPRING CLASSES ARE FULL) and fall of 2025. Class sessions are on Thursday mornings from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. via Microsoft Teams. Space is limited to 10 people. Email Connie Nester-Cole with questions.

Spring Online “Get Ready to Work” Training schedule:

~~March 6, 13, 20, and 27~~
~~April 3, 10, 17, and 24~~
~~May 1, 8, 15, and 22~~

Fall Online “Get Ready to Work” Training schedule:

August 7, 14, 21, and 28
September 4, 11, 18, and 25
October 2, 9, 16, and 23

To sign up, complete the Interest Form and a team member will contact you.

Asheville Area:

Asheville, NC 28803
828-236-1547

Charlotte Area:

Charlotte, NC 28262
704-569-5044

Greensboro Area:

Greensboro, NC 27405
336-404-6664

If you are a business owner or manager who would like to know more about how to employ individuals with autism, please see our Employ Adults with Autism page.

Greenville Area:

Greenville, NC 27858
252-756-1316

Raleigh Area:

Raleigh, NC 27607
919-703-6675