Meristem's Transformative Autism Program

??? Our latest podcast episode is out now! It's a special one featuring Miles Levine, a former Meristem student and my roommate. Miles, one of my first friends at Meristem, has always stood out for his kindness and unwavering passion for hard work. I'm so proud of him for overcoming his anxiety to join us on the podcast - a huge achievement! ?? ?? Miles' journey is truly inspiring. With support from TAP and Meristem, he has landed multiple job opportunities. His dedication has not only transformed the Meristem garden but has also led to exciting career prospects. ???? Update: Following the episode’s recording, Miles secured a full-time role at Goodwill Sacramento Valley & Northern Nevada's Roseville store, thanks to our partnership. A big shoutout to Brenda Pate, Director of Workforce Development, and Matthew Sahota, West Roseville store manager, for their invaluable support! ?? Buzzsprout-Don’t forget to hit the follow button in the upper right corner. You can also text us now and ask us any questions. YouTube -don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe. Hit that notification bell to be notified when we release new episodes and other content. https://lnkd.in/gmx_PNQe https://lnkd.in/gWDDbb8w #Podcast #Inspiration #CareerJourney #SuccessStory #Partnership #Congratulations #AutismAwareness #LearningAndDevelopment #neurodiversity Miles Levine Goodwill Industries of Sacramento Valley & Northern Nevada, Inc. Matthew Sahota Brenda Pate

Hello, everyone! ?? As we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month, I'm thrilled to share some exciting upcoming events where Meristem’s Transformative Autism Program will be present throughout October. ?? Save the dates: - Wed, Oct 9: PRIDE disability job fair at Safe Credit Union Convention Center in downtown Sacramento, CA from 11 AM to 3 PM. Meristem's admissions team will be here too. - Sun, Oct 13: Best Buddies National Disability Employment Awareness Month event at A Seat At The Table Bookstore in Elk Grove, CA from 11:30 AM to 4:30 PM. I'll be on a panel from 12:30 to 1:30 PM. - Sat, Oct 26: Purple Tree Cafe’s Disability Employment Awareness Month celebration at Delta of Venus Cafe in downtown Davis, CA from 6-9 pm. I’ll be tabling with Meristem’s very own volunteer and events coordinator Twyla Teitzel. If you just so happened to be attending the Supported Life Conference in Sacramento, CA at the Wyndham Sacramento hotel on Thursday, October 17 and or Friday, October 18, I will be having a table. Also, October 18 through October 20 if you happen to be attending the TACA conference in Costa Mesa, CA, Meristem’s admissions team will be tabling. More to come in December, including Meristem admissions team tabling at the autism/Developmental Disabilities conference on December 7th at Stanford University. Don't miss these opportunities to engage and support this important cause. See you there! #DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth #InclusionMatters ??? [Link to the event: https://lnkd.in/g2Tv7T8D] #PRIDEIndustries #JobFair #AutismAwareness #BestBuddies

Hello, it's National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and even California Governor Gavin Newsom has recognized it! ?? Perfect timing as we have a new podcast episode out. Erin is absent this time, but I had an insightful chat with former Meristem alumni, Brandon Mark. Brandon shares his inspiring journey post-Meristem, successfully balancing work and college life. ???What's truly remarkable is that Brandon now lives independently with two other former Meristem alumni. ?? Since we recorded the episode, Brandon has seized a fantastic opportunity as a hospitality major at Cal State Sacramento. He participated in the Disney College Program in Florida, putting his outstanding hospitality skills and customer service to the test daily https://lnkd.in/gwk3SFYb

Hello, it's National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and even California Governor Gavin Newsom has recognized it! ?? Perfect timing as we have a new podcast episode out. Erin is absent this time, but I had an insightful chat with former Meristem alumni, Brandon Mark. Brandon shares his inspiring journey post-Meristem, successfully balancing work and college life. ??? What's truly remarkable is that Brandon now lives independently with two other former Meristem alumni. ?? Since we recorded the episode, Brandon has seized a fantastic opportunity as a hospitality major at Cal State Sacramento. He participated in the Disney College Program in Florida, putting his outstanding hospitality skills and customer service to the test daily. ?? If you hit the follow button in the upper right corner, you can select your podcasting platform. #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth #PodcastEpisode #SuccessStory #HospitalityIndustry #DisneyCollegeProgram #InspiringJourney #brandonmark

We have another episode, and it's a great one! Carline Eggert, a former Meristem student, shares her inspiring story. Click the link below to listen on your preferred podcast platform. Just hit follow in the upper right hand corner and then select your platform. Don't forget to follow us on said platform to get all episodes the second that they are released. Also, find us on YouTube! Remember to like, share, and subscribe for more content. Happy listening! https://lnkd.in/g-KSErrW https://lnkd.in/gS3Vm2Rv #Podcast #AutismAwareness #LearningAndDevelopment #neurodiversity

Another fantastic podcast episode is out! I am thrilled to be able to do what I love for a living. Meet Eric Steward, Meristem’s Director of Work Skills and Transformative Autism Program, in our latest episode. We dive deep into everything we have learned since day 1 of TAP round 2. Listen on all podcast platforms for valuable insights. Additionally, catch the episode on YouTube - don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for notifications. Happy listening! ?? #Podcast #AutismAwareness #LearningAndDevelopment #neurodiversity https://lnkd.in/gZ24d_Se https://lnkd.in/gEdefa5x

Meristem's Transformative Autism Program (TAP) was created from Meristem's Work Skills Program and developed with input from young adults with autism in order to educate California employers on how to hire, train and retain people with autism—and in turn help them become the valuable employees they have the potential to be. In this episode of 'Voices of Community', we're taking a peek inside Meristem's Work Skills Program: Ever wonder what Meristem’s Work Skills Program looks like behind the scenes? Take a peek inside what we do, how we do it and the challenges Meristem and our students face in achieving success in job training and internships. In this episode: ?? What are Meristem’s 5 Pillars? ?? What does Meristem do to support our students going to work and college? ?? The importance of being a Meristem Partner? ?? …and more! Learn more about our program at www.meristem.pro Click on the link to watch on Youtube or listen anywhere you podcast ??? https://lnkd.in/gHYhHyJE #neurodiverse #autism #podcast #breakingworkforcebarriers #workskills #jobseekers #meristem #transitionprogram

I am so excited to announce my new podcast episode. I am running without Erin Schirm for this one. In this episode I interview Ari Von Zobray. She was our Work Skills Coordinator for Meristem. She helped us build such an increadibke program. I am thrilled to discuss all things work skills and neurodiversity with her. Enjoy this episode! https://lnkd.in/gCeVN5uC https://lnkd.in/g3P3mnRg

Raley's & TAP Unpack Hiring Neurodiverse Job Seekers. Listen to this week's Voices of the Community: Neurodiversity in Life and Work with special guest, Raley's Senior Manager, Corp HR & Talent Acquisition, Bahar Abullarade. Click on the link to watch on Youtube or listen anywhere you podcast ??? https://lnkd.in/gfAPWKyU #neurodiverse #autism #hiring #jobseekingtips #raleys #tips #podcast #breakingworkforcebarriers

Take me out to the ball Game! Inside Sacramento River Cats Concessions, Meristem’s partnership & Hiring Neurodiverse Employees ?? Join Erin Schirm and Harrison Lane with special guest, James Thompson, Head of The River Cats Concessions at Sutter Health Park. They unpack how The River Cats partner with non-profits in the area and how that relationship developed into a workskills internship and partnership with Meristem’s students. In this episode, they unpack how to interview, train and the successes of hiring neurodiverse job seekers and how the program at Sutter Health park is a home run! ?? Watch on YouTube ??? https://lnkd.in/g-ZQKqvt or wherever you podcast ?? #workskills #rivercatsbaseball #sacramento #neurodiverse #autismawarenessmonth