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1 At Work AutismTom Brundage General Manager, Specialisterne UK Employment Pathways 22 January 2015 Kristen Doran Senior Human Resources Business Partner Ireland IT S NOT ABOUT BEING DIFFERENT. IT S ABOUT MAKING A DIFFERENCE!

2 85% of adults with autism are unemployed Candidate attributes: Highly skilled Good eye for detail High level of accuracy and reliability Excellent memory for facts and figures Loyalty Statement of the problem THE <<<< >>>> GAP Marketplace needs: Address skills shortage Meet CSR, & Inclusion agendas Diverse workforce Autism Act 2009 Staff turnover 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 2 2

3 Research studies prove the value of supported employment for adults with autism..supported employment is a cost-effective intervention for adults with autism in the United Kingdom.ultimately supported employment results not only in individual gains in social integration and well-being, but also in reductions of the economic burden to health and social services, the Exchequer and the wider society. Source: The cost-effectiveness of supported employment for adults with autism in the United Kingdom. Published by SAGE on behalf of the National Autistic Society, 14 October The online version of this article can be found at: AG. All rights reserved. 3

4 Cycle of Support Supporting people with autism in employment Recruitment & Client Acquisition Identify job opportunities, assist with interview Post-placement Mentoring, employer awareness Ongoing Process Assessment & Placement Job readiness, skills capabilities, transitioning 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 4 4

5 Enable 1 million jobs Specialisterne (Danish for the specialists ) seeks to enable one million supported job placements for people with autism, through social entrepreneurship, innovative employment models, and a global change in mindset among employers 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 5

6 Specialisterne Supported Employment Strategy The 3 phase strategy of Specialisterne to enable 1 million jobs among adults with ASC: Establish Successful Showcases Scale through Partnerships Disseminate and Collaborate Seeing is believing - replicate Specialisterne as commercially sound showcases in countries and regions across the world, through which disabilities are turned into specialist abilities Make it attractive for corporate partners to learn about and adopt our unique model, which makes it possible to hire and manage unique talent among individuals with ASC, in specialist roles in the mainstream labour market Build a global community for collaboration, in order to broaden awareness of our mission & methodologies, and facilitate further expansion of this concept 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 6

Specialisterne is a social enterprise that enables jobs for people with autism in roles where they have a strong comparative advantage over the broader population Mission: Specialisterne provides

7 Specialisterne is a social enterprise that enables jobs for people with autism in roles where they have a strong comparative advantage over the broader population Mission: Specialisterne provides assessment, training, and supported employment for people with autism, through collaboration and knowledge-share Vision: A world where people with highly advanced, unique skills are given equal opportunities in the labour market

Individual Ability to Work Low Medium High Specialisterne

Analytical competencies SW/HW testing Pattern recognition Data

detail Warehouse, Clerical, Scanning jobs Sheltered Workshops

8 Individual Ability to Work Low Medium High Specialisterne Specialists: Roles we seek for placements Technical competencies Analytical competencies SW/HW testing Pattern recognition Data management Perseverance/repetition IT knowledge Passion for detail Warehouse, Clerical, Scanning jobs Sheltered Workshops Low Medium High Support needed while on the job 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 8

Forming the Key Enabling Partnerships to Drive Placements through Supported Employment Government & Social enterprise Corporate partners Education institutions Investors Close partnerships among key

9 Forming the Key Enabling Partnerships to Drive Placements through Supported Employment Government & Social enterprise Corporate partners Education institutions Investors Close partnerships among key stakeholders to drive employment opportunities Corporate partners in the private & public sector provide job placements Government and social enterprises provide trainees and funding to support competence development Universities and other education institutions provide pipeline to future candidates Investors and funding partners provide funding and scaling expertise 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 9

& Inclusion at Regardless of level, function or geography, all employees seek a welcoming workplace that embraces their perspective and unique combination of culture, race, ethnicity, age, gender,

10 & Inclusion at Regardless of level, function or geography, all employees seek a welcoming workplace that embraces their perspective and unique combination of culture, race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental ability, work-life situation. Our success depends on working effectively with the best talent regardless of any differences that exist in fact our differences present an opportunity to drive value and innovate from within. IT S NOT ABOUT BEING DIFFERENT. IT S ABOUT MAKING A DIFFERENCE! 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 10

& Inclusion Portfolio 2014 IT S NOT ABOUT BEING DIFFERENT. IT S ABOUT MAKING A DIFFERENCE! It is not about being different. It is about making a difference.

11 & Inclusion Portfolio 2014 IT S NOT ABOUT BEING DIFFERENT. IT S ABOUT MAKING A DIFFERENCE! It is not about being different. It is about making a difference. - For our customers, our society and our employees. GENDER INTELLIGENCE GENERATIONAL INTELLIGENCE CULTURE & IDENTITY DIFFERENTLY ABLED PEOPLE WORKFORCE WORKPLACE MARKETPLACE 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 11

*Ability to self-reflect and self-assess is often difficult, which often leads to an underestimation of capabilities and skills Individuals on the Autism Spectrum can have challenges* Lack of filter/

12 *Ability to self-reflect and self-assess is often difficult, which often leads to an underestimation of capabilities and skills Individuals on the Autism Spectrum can have challenges* Lack of filter/ overload/ lack of structure Monotropism (using one sense at a time) Low self-esteem Unable to understand the big picture Co-diagnosis like Depression Communication issues Not able to read between the lines Huge effort to sustain in social interactions Directness Handling time pressure (Quantity before Quality) 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 12

13 If you know one person with autism you know one person with autism unknown 13

But Individuals on the Autism Spectrum and the IT

to recognize patterns leading to high value add in

individuals in the spectrum carry a Structured/

spot deviations in data, information and systems

14 But Individuals on the Autism Spectrum and the IT Industry can be natural fit Visual Skills and ability to recognize patterns leading to high value add in enabling User Experience (Ux) Like a software program individuals in the spectrum carry a Structured/ Programmed thought process Predictability Transparency Certainty No irritations! Attention to details Possess an amazing ability to spot deviations in data, information and systems Ability to work in routines and being able to do repetitive tasks 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 14

Autism at Work Where the journey began Focuses on

and engagement of individuals affected by Autism

volunteers in training educators and parents on

efforts in engaging with Autism affected

learning and communication Providing employment

15 Autism at Work Where the journey began Focuses on use of technology for education, employability and engagement of individuals affected by Autism Areas of Work at India Pioneering efforts by Labs volunteers in training educators and parents on the use of tablets for education High Volunteer efforts in engaging with Autism affected individuals Apps and Software solutions for learning and communication Providing employment opportunities for individuals under ASD 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 15

16 No company has ever taken such a big step when it comes to hiring persons with disabilities like. (Handelsblatt) This Model has to Act as Precedent I am absolutely thrilled to see our company take such a standout step and setting this level of example in social responsibility and human dignity. ( Colleague) Quiet Strengths realized May 21: There is a sweet spot to change people s lives big time now! Perfect Talent for IT Industry 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 16

managed Exchange (1:many) THE FOUR QUADRANTS HIGH LEVEL SCOPE FROM AN ONBOARDING INITIATIVE TO A THOUGHT LEADER DEVELOP We need to become a CONNECT Ambassador & Partner Network Science Exchange

18 managed Exchange (1:many) THE FOUR QUADRANTS HIGH LEVEL SCOPE FROM AN ONBOARDING INITIATIVE TO A THOUGHT LEADER DEVELOP We need to become a CONNECT Ambassador & Partner Network Science Exchange Market Autism as a differentiator Social Partners/ Schwerbehindertenvertretung Developments with (and for) People with Autism EMPLOY PEOPLE Specialisterne & 3 rd party Licensees Autism at Customers Autism at Partners THINK TANK INCUBATOR PLATFORM INFLUENCER enabled Exchange (many to many) People (individuals, parents, coaches, and many more) Supranational- and National Organizations and NGOs Affinity Groups Communities Networks CHANGE Internal culture External culture 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 18

19 Roadmap Autism at Work 2014 Sophia Antipolis, France Walldorf, Germany THINK TANK PLATFORM INCUBATOR INFLUENCER Vancouver, Canada Dublin, Ireland Palo Alto, USA Montreal, Canada Newtown Square, USA Bangalore, India Sao Leopold, Brasil 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 19

High level Autism at Work Pilot Project Plan Activity Month 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Initial Preparation Community outreach & location readiness Autism awareness day Core

20 High level Autism at Work Pilot Project Plan Activity Month Initial Preparation Community outreach & location readiness Autism awareness day Core Wave timeline Manager and staff training Candidate selection & community Employment training Internship and transition Post Pilot Support 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 20

21 Corporate Learnings (misc.) Have an executive commitment Have somebody lead the local project who has a personal affinity/relation to the topic Ensure that all internal stakeholders are informed: Health, Facility, Legal, WoC, disability reps, etc Autism awareness training is highly recommended for all employees that are involved Clear communication e.g: Be straight say STOP (special interest talk, run for perfection) Be precise explain tasks in advance and prepare for upcoming changes Be predictable stick to commitments and schedules 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 21

22 Candidate Learnings Candidate Learnings (misc.) From so many things too much I need to get out of here to get a Implicit code at (dress code, coffee corners, meetings, ) Communication style (informal, fast) Learn to separate important from notimportant topics Learn your sensitiveness to sensations (acoustic, visuals, smells, food texture, ) Learn to be patient Support/Team support Expectations that one can not fulfill Pressure ( we are the role models we can not screw up ) 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 22

Matching Supply and Demand Strategic Business Demand Quantity & Budget Job & Skill requirements Matching demand and supply 3 FTE in location x Q-GATE x2 x3 Skill A Skill B * Manual mapping &

23 Matching Supply and Demand Strategic Business Demand Quantity & Budget Job & Skill requirements Matching demand and supply 3 FTE in location x Q-GATE x2 x3 Skill A Skill B * Manual mapping & Internships 4 FTE in location y Skill C #7 Job description(s) Skill D -10x -2x #7 Candidate skills & preferences Assessment #7 AaW Applicants AaW Candidates Specialisterne Business Profile Individual profile(s) 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 23

25 Outlook is committed to be in it for the long run In 2014 we will roll out the Incubator piece of the program to the US, CA, Brazil, France, Hungary and more locations We aim to scale the think tank and platform part We are just getting started to change people s lives 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 25

26 HELP US! Employ People (out of the spectrum) Spread the word Improve People s live Change the paradigm THINK TANK INCUBATOR PLATFORM INFLUENCER IT S NOT ABOUT BEING DIFFERENT. IT S ABOUT MAKING A DIFFERENCE! 2013 AG. All rights reserved. 26

27 Autism At Work IT S NOT ABOUT BEING DIFFERENT. IT S ABOUT MAKING A DIFFERENCE!

SAP s Autism at Work Program Provides Meaningful Employment for People on the Autism Spectrum

SAP s Autism at Work Program Provides Meaningful Employment for People on the Autism Spectrum sap.com OVERVIEW SAP is a multinational software company whose research and development locations (SAP Labs),