Volunteer Needs From: Pittsburgh Cares

Do you want to directly help autistic adults get jobs? The unemployment rate for autistic job seekers is greater than 75%, and you can help.

In addition to confirming your interest here (by selecting "Sign Up") you will also need to apply today at https://www.hireautism.org/navigator-application/.

We are looking for volunteers with business, management, and human resources experience to serve as Hire Autism Navigators and help autistic adults refine their resumes and cover letters and prepare for job interviews.

The expected volunteer commitment is 1-2 hours weekly for three months. Familiarity with autism is a plus, but it is not a prerequisite. Volunteers must complete our Navigator training and pass a background check before being eligible to begin working with a Hire Autism job seeker. 

The ideal volunteer will have a record of success in their professional career, excellent verbal and written communication skills, a commitment to Hire Autism’s mission, and the desire to serve as a positive role model. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Conduct weekly phone/video call with an assigned job seeker Provide feedback in the form of comments on the job seeker’s resume and cover letterHelp job seeker identify and search for jobs commensurate with their skills and qualificationsSupport job seeker with interview preparation Answer general job search questions and teach basic employment-related skillsDocument and report progress to Hire Autism staff on a biweekly basis Promote job seeker’s autonomy and independence by embracing a “do-it-with, not do-it-for” coaching style

Requirements:

10+ years of leadership, management, HR, or related experienceAbility to pass a criminal background checkExperience as a business owner, hiring manager, or similarCompetence in Google Docs, online searching, and virtual communicationExcellent verbal and written communication skills