ASD
Body Structures & Functions
(ASD characteristics)
Deficit in socio-communication and social interaction
Hyper- or hyporeactivity to sensory input
Restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior
Insistence on sameness and difficulties with change
Highly restricted, fixated interests
Disruptive behaviours
Intellectual Impairements
Echolalia, disruptive vocalizations
Emotional dysregulation
Activities
(Work performance)
Job search, job application and job interview difficulties
Self-promotion and self-advocacy difficulties
Learning and skills generalization difficulties
Task independence and performance challenges
Attention and focus challenges
Need for continuous support and supervision
Difficulties following instructions
Social interactions and workplace relations difficulties
Rigidity and adaptability issues
Participation
(Work Inclusion)
Stress and pressure to mask autistic traits
Anxiety
Fear of disclosure and perceived stigma
Pessimism and frustration with the employment process
Environment
Organization
HR processes
Uncertainty and ambiguity in the recruitment process
Emphasis on social skills in job interviews
Sensory barriers in job interviews and lack of adjustments
Recruiter bias and limited ASD awareness
Limited access to on-site training
Work Environment
Employer's concerns and negative attitudes
Lack of ASD awareness and stigma
Inadequate workplace accommodation
Unclear job expectations and skill mismatch
Workplace social exclusion and lack of peer support
Socio-economic environment
VR services
Lack of ASD-specific knowledge in service providers
Insufficient tailored support
Access difficulties to VR services
External environment
Disincentives to competitive employment
High unemployment rates and social inequality
Insufficient VR services and other employment supports