P R E S E N T E D B Y:  M A RY F U C H ST O N Y L E A N A

J O A N N A K E N W O RT H Y

RYAN

RYAN: THE BASICS

• 21 years old, diagnosed with Autism • Lives at home in Manalapan, NJ with Mom, Dad, and

older brother • Inclusive education; no extracurricular activities 

• Reading level: average• Math level: 7th grade• Writing level: 5th grade

STRENGTHS AND INTERESTS

Strengths:• Strong communication skills• Able to follow a routine and enjoys independence• Enjoys geography, current events, and memorizing

locations and statistics of major cities• Visual learner

 Interests:• Outdoor activities like hiking and going to the beach• Going to the movies • Video games - especially Mario Kart• Classical music - playing guitar and drums• Cooking• Lifting weights

CONCERNS

Inconsistent social nature • Often talks to himself and is in his own world, but

enjoys talking and being with people• Interrupts, does not stay on topic, has difficulty with

personal boundaries• Demonstrates personal discomfort

 Difficulties with expressive and receptive language• He either talks too much, or becomes withdrawn 

 Obsessive about food Difficulty focusing for longer than 30 minutes

RYAN'S WEEKLY SCHEDULETime Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Sat. Sun.

7:00 Wake up Wake up Wake up Wake up

7:25 Make lunch 7:25 Make lunch 7:25 Make lunch 7:25 Make lunch

8:00 8:25 #67 bus Wake up 8:25 #67 bus 8:25 #67 bus 8:25 #67 bus

9:00 Dick’s Sporting Goods

Grocery Shopping with Mom

Dick’s Sporting Goods

Dick’s Sporting Goods

AMC Loews Freehold

10:00 Hiking

11:00

12:00 Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch Lunch

1:00 #67 bus home Monmouth County Historical Association

Mom picks up

2:00 Gym Gym Music lessons Gym

3:00 Shower Shower Shower

4:00 Laundry at home

5:00 Cook dinner with Mom and Dad

6:00

7:00

8:00

9:00

10:00 Go to bed

PART TIME WORK SCHEDULE

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday:

• Dick’s Sporting Goods Camping & Hiking Department

• 9:00 am – 12:00 pm• Responsibilities

include stocking shelves, maintaining a neat and organized department, assisting customers when needed

Friday:

• AMC Theaters, Freehold Raceway Mall

• 9:00 am – 12:00 pm• Responsibilities

include making sure theaters are clean and neat, making sure projectors are set up, and ticket sales for morning showings

Employment checklist for Ryan

Today’s date is: ____________________________________________

Today I worked at (circle one): DICK’S AMC Theater

My supervisor today was: ____________________________________

Ryan: Put a check mark if you did this today

Supervisor: Put a check mark if Ryan did this today

Comments

I arrived at work on time

I greeted my supervisor by name

I followed the instructions of my supervisor

I used the “arm’s length” rule when speaking with customers and co-workers

When helping customers, I spoke kindly and did not interrupt

I focused on what the other person was saying in conversation

I used positive self-talk

• NJ TRANSIT #67 Bus towards Toms River via Lakewood

• Depart Gordon’s Corner, Rte. 9 at 8:25 am. Arrive at Freehold Raceway Mall at 8:41 am.

• The bus stop is on the opposite side of the mall from Dick’s and AMC

• Ryan will enter the mall and follow the path to either location

GETTING TO WORK

Riding the Bus Checklist

Check the bus schedule. Make sure you have the right time for the bus’ arrival.

Find the bus stop and wait near the sign.

Check the bus destination and number as it approaches.

Use exact change to pay your fare.

Press the yellow tape when you wish to exit the bus.

HEALTH AND FITNESS

• Workout at Elite Fitness and Sports Center at 300 Gordon’s Corner Road, Manalapan

• Ride his bike to work from home, weather permitting

• Hiking outdoors after work or on the weekends with friends or family

Health and Fitness checklist for Ryan

Today’s date is: ____________________________________________

My supervisor is: __________________________________________

Ryan: Put a check mark if you did this today

Supervisor: Put a check mark if Ryan did this today

Comments

I got changed after work into my gym clothes

I greeted my supervisor by name

I followed the workout routine my supervisor presented me with

I used the “arm’s length” rule when speaking

If I needed equipment that was being used, I waited patiently and asked politely

I focused on what the other person was saying in conversation

I showered and got changed after I finished exercising

• Likes to go hiking

• Play video games, especially Mario Kart

RECREATION

DAILY LIVING SKILLS

ONGOING EDUCATION

• Cooking• Stop and Shop with Mom

• Responsible for half of the grocery list

• Responsible for his own laundry

• Likes to play the guitar and drums• Takes weekly instrument lesson of his choice• Enjoys geography and facts about a

particular town or area• Volunteers weekly at the Monmouth County

Historical Association

Recreation Checklist

Today’s date is: ____________________________________________Today I went hiking at ______________________________________My supervisor is: __________________________________________

Ryan: Put a check mark if you did this today

Supervisor: Put a check mark if Ryan did this today

Comments

I put on clothes appropriate for hiking

I greeted my supervisor by name

I stayed with the group and my supervisor

I used the “arm’s length” rule when speaking

I talked to at least one person I did not know before today

I focused on what the other person was saying in conversation

I made transportation arrangements to get to the hiking trail

COOKING CHECKLIST

I washed my hands

I have a copy of the recipe I am using

I have all of my ingredients

I have my tools (utensils, bowls, garbage can) within easy reach

I made sure there are no hazards near open flames that may catch on fire

I told my family to expect a delicious dinner!

LAUNDRY CHECKLIST: WASHING CLOTHES

I am washing: Dark colors

Open machine

Pour detergent to the marked line in cap

Set machine to cold water wash/rinse

Put clothes into machine

Add detergent

Close machine

Press Start

I am washing: light colors

Open machine

Pour detergent to the marked line in cap

Set machine to warm water wash/rinse

Put clothes into machine

Add detergent

Close machine

Press Start

I am washing: Sheets and Towels

Open machine

Pour detergent to the marked line in cap

Set machine to warm water/rinse

Put sheets/towels into machine

Add detergent

Close machine

Press Start

LAUNDRY CHECKLIST: DRYING CLOTHES, SHEETS AND TOWELS

Open machine

Add clothes

Insert dryer sheet

Put clothes into machine

Set to Permanent Press

Close machine

Press Start

Close machine

Press Start

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• Getting to Work:Ryan will need to be shown how to ride the bus and where to walk once he exits the bus. He will need to enter the mall, walk straight through, and come out at the other end to find Dick’s and AMC Theatres. The bus ride home should also be modeled for Ryan. He may need to be shown more than once, but Ryan does well with routines and should get the hang of it quickly.

• At work: Ryan will need the support of a job coach during the beginning of his employment; once the job coach is phased out, Ryan’s supervisor will become his support and use the checklist to keep up with Ryan’s progress at work. 

• Daily Living Skills:Shopping: Ryan will need his mother to drive him to the grocery store and monitor his shopping making sure he gets all of the items on his listCooking: Ryan likes to feel “independent,” but his parents will be near while he cooks to make sure that he keeps himself and his family safeLaundry: Ryan will have his checklist, and may require some guidance from his family when it comes to using the particular machine in his house. He will need to be reminded that if he is unsure of how to wash something, he can look on the label on the inside of the garment.

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• Health/Fitness Supports:Ryan's supervisor/mentor/job coach will accompany him to the gym.  They will guide ryan in his workout and help him with any social difficulties he may have. He will provide assistance if ryan needs, but allow Ryan to be as independent as possible.  Ryan will be closely supervised when using gym equipment to ensure safety.  Ryan and his supervisor will both fill out his checklist.

• Recreation:Ryan will need a ride to whatever hiking location he attends.  He can go with either a family member or a friend.  Ryan will bring his checklist and try to be cognizant of his social interactions.  Ryan will need help navigating the website to find out which hiking trip he wishes to attend.