The Precisionists, Inc. and Henry Ford Health Launch Neurodiversity Employment Program
Pilot Program Provides Training & Career Opportunities for Neurodiverse Adults
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DETROIT, MI, April 24, 2024 –The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI), a Wilmington, Delaware-based IT and business services company focused on employment for neurodiverse adults, announces the launch of its neurodiversity employment partnership with Detroit-based Henry Ford Health, a leading national academic medical center serving Michigan communities and beyond. This innovative employment program will leverage the talents of TPI’s workforce, who are impacted by autism and other neurodiversities, to tackle critical business needs for Henry Ford. “When properly assessed and trained, people with autism and other neurodiversities are extremely high-performing employees. TPI’s employees bring innovative approaches to performing critical and challenging jobs such as administrative business and IT functions,” said Ernie Dianastasis, CEO of The Precisionists. “When you consider that more than 80% of autistic adults in the U.S. are either unemployed or underemployed, we are making a true difference in engaging a significant, untapped labor force. We are thrilled to partner with Henry Ford Health, a leader in the healthcare industry and an employer committed to advancing diversity and inclusion.” This pilot project will begin with a team of five consultants from TPI’s workforce performing identity and access management (IAM) services for Henry Ford’s Information Privacy and Security Office. While supporting Henry Ford’s Identity and Access Management function, TPI consultants will also receive ongoing direction, training, and support from their TPI service delivery leader. “Henry Ford Health deeply values and embraces the wealth of diversity reflected in our patients and their families, our team members and partners, and in the communities we’re lucky to serve,” said Christy Wheaton, Henry Ford’s Chief Information, Privacy and Security Officer. “TPI’s innovative employment model – and our partnership with TPI—will enable us to leverage the incredible perspectives and talents that neurodiverse team members bring to the table. We are thrilled to welcome our new TPI colleagues to the Henry Ford family.” Candidates interested in exploring employment opportunities as a part of this program should contact The Precisionists’ talent acquisition team by emailing inquiries to [email protected].# # #
About The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI) The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI), a Benefits Corporation, is a national company focused on providing industry best practices for delivering administrative and technology services by building teams, which include individuals with disabilities. This approach enables The Precisionists to meet each customer’s specific needs and to deliver projects with the highest degree of productivity. The Precisionists is dedicated to creating jobs for individuals with disabilities in all the markets it serves. The Precisionists, Inc. is headquartered in Wilmington, DE. Learn more www.theprecisionists.com. Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, TwitterWestfield and The Precisionists, Inc. Partner to Create Workforce Opportunities
Innovative Employment Program for Neurodiverse Adults
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Westfield Center, OH (April 9, 2024) – Westfield Insurance, a leading U.S.-based property and casualty (P&C) insurance company, announces the launch of its neurodiversity employment partnership with The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI), a Wilmington, Delaware-based IT and business services company focused on employment for neurodiverse adults. This innovative employment program will leverage the talents of TPI’s workforce, who are impacted by autism and other neurodiversities, to be part of Westfield’s workforce. “When properly assessed and trained, people impacted by autism and other neurodiversities are extremely high-performing employees. TPI’s employees bring innovative approaches to performing critical and challenging jobs such as administrative business and IT functions,” said Ernie Dianastasis, CEO of The Precisionists. “When you consider that more than 80% of autistic adults in the U.S. are either unemployed or underemployed, we are making a true difference in engaging a significant, talented, untapped labor force. We are thrilled to partner with Westfield, a leader in the insurance industry and an employer committed to advancing diversity and inclusion.” This engagement will begin with consultants from TPI’s workforce performing IT Service Management (ITSM) work, including Asset Management & Reporting Services, EasyVista Support Services, and Configuration Management Database Support Services. While supporting Westfield’s ITSM team, TPI consultants will also receive ongoing direction, training, and support from their TPI service delivery leader. “Partnering with TPI reflects our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce at Westfield,” said Jennifer Palmieri, Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer of Westfield. “We believe that diversity supported by an inclusive environment promotes innovation and perspectives that drive solutions and enhance customer service, which ultimately improve business performance. We are excited about the positive impact this program will have on Westfield and the community.” Candidates interested in exploring employment opportunities as a part of this program should contact The Precisionists’ talent acquisition team by emailing inquiries to [email protected].# # #
About The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI) The Precisionists, Inc. (TPI), a benefits Corporation, is a national company focused on providing industry best practices for delivering administrative and technology services by building teams, which include individuals with disabilities. This approach enables The Precisionists to meet each customer’s specific needs and to deliver projects with the highest degree of productivity. The Precisionists is dedicated to creating jobs for individuals with disabilities in all the markets it serves. The Precisionists, Inc. is headquartered in Wilmington, DE. Learn more www.theprecisionists.com. Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter About Westfield Westfield was founded in 1848 by a small group of hard-working farmers who believed in the promise of the future and the power of the individual. Today, more than 175 years later, as a leading U.S.-based property and casualty insurance company with more than $10 billion in GAAP assets, Westfield underwrites commercial, personal, surety, and specialty lines of coverage through a network of over 1,000 leading independent agents and brokers. Westfield recently acquired Lloyd’s of London Syndicate 1200, establishing the company as a global franchise. Learn more at www.westfieldinsurance.com.Story highlights Kurt & the work he is doing supporting the HCA ITG project .
TPI and HCA originally announced the collaboration on the project that Kurt is supporting in April 2023. The program leverages the talents of a team of neurodiverse adults from TPI’s workforce to work in HCA Healthcare’s Information Technology Group (ITG).
During his interview for this story Kurt shares, “Yes, I’m autistic, I want to succeed, I want to be challenged, I want to contribute, and every day I prove I can.” This is a sentiment shared across our workforce.
Partnerships with companies like HCA Healthcare, enable The Precisionists to implement our innovative neurodiversity employment model, which creates careers for individuals impacted by autism and other neurodiversities. Considering 80% of autistic adults in the U.S. are either unemployed or underemployed, we are making a true difference in engaging a significant, talented, untapped labor force. As Kurt also shared, “Nowadays, having a steady job, (I) feel confident, I’m actually succeeding when I was afraid I was going to fail.”
Be sure to check out this impactful story using this link: https://www.newschannel5.com/news/i-was-afraid-i-was-going-to-fail-company-aiming-to-create-10-000-neurodiverse-careers
TPI is on a mission to create 500 careers for neurodiverse Nashvillians over the next decade. Local to Nashville, TPI also partners with Vanderbilt University, Cat Financial and Dollar General as it strives to reach this goal.
Businesses interested in becoming a client partner with TPI should contact [email protected]. Individuals interested in applying for a job with TPI should complete our STATEMENT OF INTEREST FORM FOUND HERE or email [email protected] with questions.
NewsChannel 5 in Nashville, Tennessee featured Kurt Jones, TPI software testing analyst supporting the HCA Healthcare project, in a story which aired on their morning news show on 3/22/24. View the story using this link: https://www.newschannel5.com/news/i-was-afraid-i-was-going-to-fail-company-aiming-to-create-10-000-neurodiverse-careers
TPI and HCA originally announced the collaboration on the project that Kurt is supporting in April 2023. The program leverages the talents of a team of neurodiverse adults from TPI’s workforce to work in HCA Healthcare’s Information Technology Group (ITG).
During his interview for this story Kurt shares, “Yes, I’m autistic, I want to succeed, I want to be challenged, I want to contribute, and every day I prove I can.” This is a sentiment shared across our workforce.
Partnerships with companies like HCA Healthcare, enable The Precisionists to implement our innovative neurodiversity employment model, which creates careers for individuals impacted by autism and other neurodiversities. Considering 80% of autistic adults in the U.S. are either unemployed or underemployed, we are making a true difference in engaging a significant, talented, untapped labor force. As Kurt also shared, “Nowadays, having a steady job, (I) feel confident, I’m actually succeeding when I was afraid I was going to fail.”
Be sure to check out this impactful story using this link: https://www.newschannel5.com/news/i-was-afraid-i-was-going-to-fail-company-aiming-to-create-10-000-neurodiverse-careers
TPI is on a mission to create 500 careers for neurodiverse Nashvillians over the next decade. Local to Nashville, TPI also partners with Vanderbilt University, Cat Financial and Dollar General as it strives to reach this goal.
Businesses interested in becoming a client partner with TPI should contact [email protected]. Individuals interested in applying for a job with TPI should complete our STATEMENT OF INTEREST FORM FOUND HERE or email [email protected] with questions.