We are very sorry to share that Patrick Sanders who has worked with Specialisterne for some time has passed away. Patrick was part of our team so much so we called him ‘our Patrick’. His creative insight and wisdom made what we provided so much more than what it initially was as he co-designed […]
Specialisterne NI are delighted to introduce an exciting new project ‘Cr8’ which has the aim of helping creative people on the Autistic Spectrum get ready for careers in Creative Sectors. Applications are now open for Cr8. Participants will have the opportunity to: Participate in a one day Lego Assessment Workshop where participants build Lego Mindstorms […]
On Giving Tuesday there are 3 ways you can help Specialisterne NI help people on the Autistic Spectrum get ready for employment: Option 1: Become a Corporate Partner A not-for-private profit social enterprise, we are seeking 10 corporate partners who will help fundraise for weekly Career Clinics for long term unemployed people on the […]
It’s the question I am asked the most, and it’s hard to answer. From one viewpoint, the answer is yes. After all there is no behaviour specific to the Autistic Spectrum, just different degrees of shared human behaviour. There are, however, distinctive patterns of behaviour, patterns, according to Autism expert Uta Frith, that can be […]
Read Ryan’s story in Belfast Live of how small changes in the workplace have made a difference. Join with Specialisterne in signing the National Autistic Society petition. Ryan says: “Now is the time for everyone to take action to make sure autistic adults get the jobs they deserve by signing the petition to close […]
Managing and Coaching Workshop Series 5 December 2016 9:30am-12:30pm (light breakfast included) Working with Employees with Social Communication Difference A hybrid course for managers who interview as well as leading teams, and for employees who work alongside employees who have social communication difference. Learn how to interview applicants, manage and work alongside employees with […]
At Specialisterne NI’s recent consultation with adults on the Autistic Spectrum participants rated 5 social barriers according to which were considered the most important. The 5 social barriers under consideration were communication, organisational, financial, environmental, and attitudinal. The barrier rated as most important by the group was Attitudinal, followed by Communication.
Thanks to everyone who took part in today’s 2gether workshop, to Keith McAllister of Queen’s University for facilitating participants’ review of the data collected so far, and to Patrick Sanders for capturing thoughts and ideas from the workshop (in the lovely artwork roll below). As usual, coming together is a space […]
Further to requests from a number of parents, Specialisterne NI are providing a training workshop aimed for parents of adults on the Autistic Spectrum. This Level 1 Workshop shares with parents what it can be like to attend an interview or work while on the Autistic Spectrum. This workshop may be useful for […]
Specialisterne NI are offering a 20% discount for in-house and group workshop places booked before 31 August 2016 (Ref: Summer20) Level 1 and Level 2 1/2 day workshops can be delivered in interviewing, managing and coaching employees with social communication difference. To enquire regarding in house or spaces on group workshops email sharond@specialisterne.com Level 1 Workshop […]
