From the course: Autism in the Workplace
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Performance evaluations
From the course: Autism in the Workplace
Performance evaluations
- Evaluations could be a nerve-wracking experience for many, but for autistic people, they can be especially challenging. That's why it's important to approach evaluations as a discussion tool and an opportunity to develop measurable goals with milestones that will help your employee continue to grow. When it comes to autistic employees, clear and consistent feedback is key. Aligning your feedback directly with the job description is a great first step. Remember, autistic people can be literal thinkers, and it's important to eliminate any ambiguous criteria when evaluating their performance. A well-written job description provides criteria for measuring the implementation of the job and the skills the individual should be evaluated on. Without the shared understanding, evaluations become less effective and hard to measure. Evaluation should happen more often and consistently, not just once a year. This way, workers can change…
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