Employment Services Enrollment Information
The Employment Services Process
Find out exactly how we go about introducing new employees to your workplace by reading about our work placement process.
Employment Services
Employment Services Admissions Criteria
- Diagnosis – Eligible candidates must have a primary diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Age – Must be over the age of 13 and legally allowed to work within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Existing Supports – Candidates must show existing in-place supports to meet needs not directly related to achieving employment, such as medical, behavioral, and transportation requirements.
- Available Guardians – Legal guardians must be available for team meetings regarding employment planning and support.
- Participation in Funding Stream – Candidates must participate in a funding stream, of which Vista is enrolled or eligible to accept.
- Interest – Candidates must express interest in obtaining competitive employment.
- Location – The candidate’s place of residence must be located within a 30-minute drive of Hershey, PA. Individual exceptions may be considered.
- Health – Candidates must adhere to immunization recommendations of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other advised individual health safety precautions.
Support Onboarding
From supporting the creation of a new job position to negotiating terms of employment and supporting the new hire through onboarding, we are there every step of the way.
Onsite Coaching
Our employment specialists train the new hire onsite as needed and also provide guidance to managers and coworkers to ensure a harmonious dynamic.
Fade Coaching, Then Follow Up
Our goal is for every Vista adult to live as independently as possible, which is why we fade out our hands-on guidance to the new hire. However, we periodically follow up with both parties to make sure the arrangement is still mutually beneficial.
Get Started Today!
Vista Employment Services helps teens and adults with autism find a job they will love and helps employers find their next new hire.