The Next Level of Diversity in the Workplace

Connecting inclusive employers to qualified professionals on the spectrum.

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The Next Level of Diversity in the Workplace

Connecting inclusive employers to qualified professionals on the spectrum.

Employers

Connecting Inclusive Businesses With Qualified Professionals

Spectrum Advantage

We are committed to connecting qualified autistic professionals to inclusive businesses. Approximately 85% of people currently identified as living on the autism spectrum are underemployed or unemployed. For many, difficulty regulating social information and unconventional communication skills are a barrier to obtaining employment. And the problem is growing. Recent statistics indicate that one in 68 children born in 2014 will be identified as living on the autism spectrum.

Spectrum Advantage was created as a response to the need for employment experience for individuals with autism between the ages of 18 and 30. Spearheaded by Autism Calgary, and the generous funding of the Government of Canada as well as the Sinneave Family Foundation, this groundbreaking program, (the only one of it's kind in Canada) opened it's doors in May of 2014.

Core Services

Spectrum Advantage is 16- week government funded program that sets neurodiverse individuals up for success in the workplace.

In-Class Training

4-weeks in-person/online training

In-Class Training

We offer training to individuals on the autism spectrum between 18-30 that provides them with the tools they need to be prepared for the workforce.

Internship

12-week paid internship

Internship

Our initiative offers qualified individuals the opportunity to gain valuable professional work experience.

Employment Coaching

12-weeks employment coaching

Employment Coaching

We offer 1-on-1 employment coaching to bridge any gaps between employers and employees for the first 12 weeks.

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Additional Services

Through our association with Ready, Willing & Able (RWA), Spectrum Advantage is please to provide Post-Secondary supports to students on the autism spectrum.
connecting inclusive businesses with qualified professionals
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Our Team

Sarah Taylor BA

Sarah Taylor BA

Project Manager
Becky Small BSW

Becky Small BSW

Autism Employment Specialist
Shakeyra Mason

Shakeyra Mason

Marketing & Community Engagement Specialist
Carmen Ragan

Carmen Ragan

Internship Coordinator
Lauri Comoli BSW

Lauri Comoli BSW

Autism Employment & Special Projects Coordinator

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