Organize a guided social group for autistic adults to practice social interactions in a variety of settings, as recommended by non-profit Achieving in Higher Education with Autism/Developmental Disabilities (AHEADD). Establishing a safe and positive environment can provide opportunities for adults to practice communication skills over time. Enlist parents and volunteers to engage participants in mock interviews, meetings and professional networking.
Utilize video technology for unbiased feedback on non-verbal communications. Film the student answering interview questions or giving a professional presentation. Guide grading the performance using a rubric which can include items such as eye contact, vocal inflection and nervous movement.
Establish a partnership with the student to develop a guidebook for professional interactions that consists of concrete rules and tips. Develop ground rules for appropriate and inappropriate topics of conversation in a workplace environment. Include examples of positive and negative body language that can aid the student in initiating and ending conversations.