Improved Employment Supports for Autistic Adults
Examines the employment gap for autistic adults (only 53% of autistic youth aged 18–24 have a paid job in 8 years post–high school). Explores Medicaid-funded and VR employment services, notes only 1% of autistic adults who need employment supports receive them. Recommends expanding HCBS waivers, youth employment discovery, and reforming VR funding formulas.
Keywords: Employment, autism, Medicaid, vocational rehabilitation, HCBS waivers, unemployment, job supports, ADA, WIOA