Crisis Services
ASERT does not offer crisis services through our Resource Center. If you or someone you love is experiencing mental health distress or thoughts of suicide please call or text 988 for support.
Category: Employment
Department of Labor
The FMLA entitles eligible employees of covered employers to take unpaid, job-protected leave for their own health or to care for a family member, including to care for the employee’s spouse, child, or parent who has a serious health condition.
Read moreDisability Equality Index
The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) and Disability:IN. Developed by the DEI Advisory Committee, a diverse group of business leaders, policy experts, and disability advocates, the DEI is a national, transparent, annual benchmarking tool that offers businesses an opportunity to receive an objective score, on a scale of zero (0) to 100, on their disability inclusion policies and practices.
Read moreEmployment First
In the State of Independence, Pennsylvania is working steadfast to support workers with disabilities who want to pursue careers and optimal self-sufficiency.
Read moreEmployment in PA
This resource shares employment data from the 2011and 2018 Pennsylvania Autism Needs Assessments, which were conducted by the Autism, Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT) Eastern Region.
Read moreEmployment Information for Employers
Below is information on employment that we hope potential employers will find useful when interacting with their employees!
Read moreEmployment Information for Individuals with Autism
Whether it is preparing a resume or requesting an accommodation, it is important to know where you can find additional information to help you with the employment process. Below is information on employment that we hope will be helpful in preparing for your next step!
Read moreEmployment Resource Collection
This is a collection of resources focused on employment, aimed at helping individuals with autism find, and keep jobs.
Read moreEmployment Resources for People with Disabilities
This resource from the Public Interest Law Center Of Philadelphia (PILCOP) provides a list of employment resources for Pennsylvanians with disabilities.
Read moreEmployment Toolkit
Job related tips and resources helpful for family members, service providers, business leaders, and anyone who is helping someone with autism find and keep a job.
Read moreEntitlement vs. Eligibility
This fact sheet provides an explanation of the difference between entitlement for services and eligibility for services. Available in English and Spanish.
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