NENPHL Announcements:

• August 6th Neurodiversity Employment: CONNECT: Join us for our next quarterly event at West Chester University. Reserve your spot today!
• Laura K. Sibbald, M.A., CCC-SLP, ASDCS, CYMHS is the new Executive Director of the Neurodiversity Employment Network of Philadelphia! Schedule a meeting with Laura to connect and share ideas!
• NENPHL has Committees! Interested in supporting NEN Operations? Complete this survey and attend our August 6th event to learn more!
  • Finance/Fundraising
  • Marketing
  • Programming/Events
  • Member Outreach
• Coming Soon to NENPHL: Communities of Practice focused on strategic networking and improving action towards meaningful employment opportunities. Want to learn more? Join our August 6th event to get started!
• Highlight your accomplishments! NENPHL is seeking submissions for their Member Spotlight, complete this form to showcase important achievements for yourself or your organization.
• Remember that you can add events to our website! Submit your event today using this link: Event Registration

Job & Internship Opportunities:

• Drexel Business Inclusion Center in Partnership with Aramark is hosting a hiring fair June 25, 2024: 9am-1pm Handschumacher Dining Center 3250 Chestnut Street Philadelphia. Onsite hiring opportunities! Click here to register.
• Floreo VR Content Producer: As part of our creative content team, you’ll work closely with the Director of Therapy Content and our engineering experts. Using Unity—a platform for creating interactive games —and our in-house tools, you’ll help build immersive VR experiences to teach essential skills like communication, social interactions, safety awareness, and emotional regulation. Click here to learn more
• Floreo Full Stack Developer: We are seeking a talented and experienced Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in real-time communication technologies and be proficient in Go, Python, React, and JavaScript or TypeScript. In this role, you will be responsible for driving our product forward by implementing new product features, creating and maintaining APIs, and ensuring a seamless experience across our platforms in service of our mission of delivering exceptional VR experiences. Click here to learn more.
• Floreo Unity Engineer : With nearly 200 lessons, our app enables learners to acquire complex skills at their own pace using cutting-edge research and techniques. We are currently seeking a talented and driven junior to mid-level Unity Engineer to join Floreo’s engineering team in a contract position. As a Unity Engineer, you will play a vital role in developing custom C# scripts and leveraging our in-house tools to support engaging gameplay experiences for our users. Click here to learn more.
• Catalent Pharma Solutions Label Control Coordinator | Catalent Pharma Solutions is currently accepting applications for a Label Control Coordinator position. As a part of their responsibilities, this individual will inspect labels, assess label adhesion, assist with blank label stock inventory, and perform other label related responsibilities. Click here to learn more.
• Popcorn for the People: Popcorn for the People’s Philadelphia location is now open! Click here to apply.

Network Announcements:

• Seeking Play Testers for New Video Game
  • We are seeking enthusiastic play testers for a groundbreaking study of a new video game designed to support neurodivergent individuals. This innovative game aims to identify various job-related abilities in an engaging and supportive environment. If you are passionate about video games, interested in discovering your skills and in making a meaningful impact, join us by taking part in this innovative new project!Click here to apply.  Contact Michael@HaystackHub.com for more info.
• NEXT for Autism Co-Mentorship Program
  • Whether you’re an established professional looking to learn more about building neuroinclusive workplaces or an aspiring professional with autism seeking employment, consider participating in our summer co-mentorship program. The guided program is supplemented with 9 eLearning courses on neuroinclusion topics, and is hosted on a virtual platform, that allows for self-paced learning and self-scheduling of mentorship meetings. We just ask participants to commit to meeting virtually 8 times between June and September…. and you can choose days and times that work best for your schedule! Sign up today –  https://next.chronus.com/p/p1/
• Save the Date: Tell Two Friends Networking Event
  • June 20, 2024 5:00pm-8:00pm at the Main Line Tavern 516 E King Road, Paoli. Contact Toni Thomas tonithomas@challengergray.com , 610-291-3616 for more information. You MUST RSVP using this link to attend.
• Save the Date: Faith, Autism, and our Community Symposium
  • June 22, 2024 3-4:30pm, Ebenezer SDA Church 1437 Christian Street, Philadelphia The Center for Autism Research at CHOP is proud to partner with is proud to partner with Ebenezer SDA Church in inviting all to come out to learn about autism and the neurodiverse community.
• Save the Date: Drexel Business Inclusion Center and Aramark Hiring Fair
  • June 25, 2024: 9am-1pm Handschumacher Dining Center 3250 Chestnut Street PhiladelphiaThe Drexel Business Inclusion Center is hosting an Aramark hiring
    event for individuals with autism and other disabilities. On-the-spot job offers
    Must be 18 or older to apply. Arrive before 1 pm for a guaranteed interview
    Assistance available throughout the event. Click here to complete the required registration form.
• Save the Date: Ernie Els #GameOn Autism Golf Clinic
  • July 15, 2024: 1:30-2:30pm, Philadelphia Country Club 1601 Spring Mill Road, Gladwyne, PAEls for Autism will host a FREE Ernie Els #GameON Autism Golf clinic at select locations of the Golf Challenge regional event series in order to offer participants an orientation to golf, specialized for individuals on the autism spectrum. The 1-hour clinic includes a 5-minute introduction and 45 minutes of golf activities with intermittent short breaks. The clinic is divided into 4-6 stations that utilize visual supports to cover basic golf skills: Stretching & Grip, Putting, Chipping, Pitching, and Full Swing. Register at this link!
• Neuro Consulting Services in Partnership with Chase Bank: Empowering Neurodiverse Teens and Adults to be Financially Independent
  • In collaboration with Chase Bank, Neuro Consulting Solutions is hosting FREE virtual financial literacy courses that provide participants with knowledge on how to manage their personal finances, create a personal budget, and learn the tools to become financially independent. The Money Basics session begins in May 2024 and registration is open! Click here to complete the session interest form!
• Save the Date: Share the Stage/ Rubato School of Music returns to World Cafe Live in Philadelphia on November 2, 2024
  • A day of inspiring musical performances, Share the Stage pairs local, professional musicians with neurodiverse musicians to showcase their talents.All too often, members of the neurodiverse community are not offered the sameopportunities to perform. Share the Stage was created to combat this discrimination and make the stage more inclusive for all. The Event will raise funds for the Autism Science Foundation (ASF), a 501(c)3 organization. Rubato School of Music Website For more information about participating in this event and the Sponsorship Options, please contact: Katie Sime ksime@autismsciencefoundation.org
• Save the Date: 2024 Pennsylvania Autism Training Conference (PATC)
  • November 5-7, 2024The Office of Developmental Programs (ODP) invites you to save the date for the 2024 Pennsylvania Autism Training Conference! The conference will be held virtually from November 5th to November 7th 2024. More details, as well as registration information to follow. Stay tuned!