Full of practical information, engaging activities, fun illustrations and inspiring personal stories, this hands-on workbook demystifies the world of work to help teens with Autism Spectrum Disorder feel confident in their ability to get a job and encourages them to think about careers that might suit their skills and interests.
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Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Print version record.
Contents
The Wonderful World of Work: A Workbook for Asperteens; 1. Introduction; 2. Why Should You Go to Work; 3. What Kind of Work Do You Want to Do?; 4. Your Own Unique Skills and Abilities -- the Best Thing You Have!; 5. School, University, Skills and Work; 6. Getting the Most Out of Employment Services; 7. Working -- What is Involved and How Do You Get a Job?; 8. Get That Job! (Includes Résumés, Interviews and Referees); 9. Volunteering -- The Giving Keeps on Giving to You!; 10. Different Kinds of Jobs; 11. How to Gain Spectacular Skills for the Workplace.
12. Joy and Elation at Workplace Communication13. Ooh, Scary and Exciting -- Starting a New Job; 14. Help for Employees on the Autism Spectrum; 15. What in the World is Workplace Relations?; 16. Trouble at Work! What Do I Do?; 17. Being Brilliant in Your Own Business!; 18. Getting Ready to Go for It; Glossary; Further Reading; Index; Blank Page.