Be Ready® Employers

Working with employers to help them provide more neuro-inclusive workplaces where all individuals can thrive.
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Creating neuro-inclusive work cultures.

Properly assessed and prepared employers, jobseekers and job coaches help lay the foundation for neuro-inclusive work cultures.

  • Assessment: The self-assessment toolkit, along with site visits and interviews, determine employment readiness and any needed adjustments for a neuro-inclusive work environment.
  • Preparation: Be Ready curriculum guides and supports employers actively adjusting to the needs of individuals with autism and/or I/DD, neurodiversities and/or mental health diagnoses. This may include the development of instructional guides and/or adjustments to interview and supervision approaches.
  • Consultation: The Be Ready team works directly with employers to provide tailored guidance and support throughout the implementation process. Consultants help identify specific areas for improvement, develop customized strategies and offer ongoing assistance to ensure successful integration of neurodiverse employees into the workplace.
  • Job Matching (FUTURE): The program can help employers identify roles and responsibilities that align with the unique strengths of individuals with autism and/or I/DD, neurodiversities and/or mental health diagnoses. Employers learn how to leverage the talents of employees to create mutually beneficial employment opportunities, including analyzing job descriptions, work environments and team dynamics to ensure optimal placement and success for both employee and employer.
Be Ready to be Open.

Addressing the workforce shortage​​.

The Solution

While the current workforce shortage impacts the economy, an untapped pool of loyal, attentive and process-oriented individuals is ready to work. This overlooked resource can open doors to more business opportunities.

The Program

Be Open + Be Ready provides a training ecosystem that empowers jobseekers, job coaches, support professionals and employers with the skills and knowledge needed for successful workplace integration.

Advantages of Be Open + Be Ready

Properly assessed and prepared employers, jobseekers and job coaches help lay the foundation for neuro-inclusive work cultures.

  • The program addresses employment accommodations.
  • It focuses on creating an inclusive environment that benefits all employees.

Join us in creating a more inclusive, diverse and productive workforce. It’s time to be open to untapped potential. It’s time to Be Open + Be Ready.

Be Ready to be Open.
“Loyal, neurodivergent employees help us solve the problem of grasshoppers—the people who jump from job to job and cost businesses millions of dollars.”
Robert Lavinia, Former President/CEO, Tosco Marketing

Be ready to be open.

The First Place Employment & Workforce Development Team can help your business capitalize on the many strengths of a neurodiverse workforce. Just tell us when and we’ll sit down to get you started!