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General Employment Support

Helping autistic individuals find meaningful work. Our General Employment Support team connects autistic youth and adults (15+) with employment-related services tailored to their needs and goals.


Who Can Participate

Autistic youth and adults of legal working age.

Locations:

  • Annapolis Valley 
  • Cape Breton  
  • Halifax  
  • South Shore 
  • South West  
  • Truro  

Description:

This service begins with an intake meeting with an Autism Outreach Coordinator. This conversation helps us understand your support needs, goals, and employment history. From there, we tailor services to support your next steps. 

Services may include:  

  • Access to pre-employment and job readiness programs  
  • Connections to employment agencies and career counselling  
  • Support with resumes, cover letters, mock interviews, and real interviews  
  • Inclusive job opportunities through our Job Seekers Database  
  • Referrals to mental health services, social programs, and post-secondary supports  

How to Apply

Halifax: Apply through Halifax Compass (The Compass Terms of Use)  

All other regions:Apply here 

Contact:


Annapolis Valley

Katie Johnson,Autism Outreach Coordinator   

kjohnson@autismns.ca 

902-601-1890 


Cape Breton

Winter Cullen, Autism Outreach Coordinator
wcullen@autismns.ca

902-500-2941 


Halifax

Haley Leonard,Autism Outreach Coordinator
hleonard@autismns.ca

782-482-0121 


South Shore

Mallary Myra-Corkum, Autism Outreach Coordinator
mcorkumyra@autismns.ca
782-414-0801


South West 

Jessica Stichler,Autism Outreach Coordinator
southwestnova@autismns.ca

902-410-3796  


Truro

Sacha Brake,Autism Outreach Coordinator– AOC Team Lead 

sbrake@autismns.ca

902-601-1883 

 Acknowledgements

General Employment Support is made possible through: 

  • Government of Canada (Halifax) 
  • Government of Nova Scotia (All other regions) 

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