With over 20 years of experience in autism services, Alyssa Kavner dedicates her work to creating supportive environments, reducing barriers to service access and improving workforce diversity. In her role, she oversees the development of clinical training programs, client assessments and quality assurance processes, ensuring services meet the highest standards while addressing the needs of diverse communities.
Kavner has led initiatives to make training more accessible, incorporating universal design principles and creating customized new-hire programs to support associates with varying learning needs. Her teams also collaborate with universities to provide tuition discounts for staff, creating pathways for professional growth and workforce development in autism services.
Kavner's work extends to community partnerships with organizations such as the Los Angeles Zoo and Angels Stadium, where she has contributed to the creation of sensory-friendly spaces and inclusive practices. She has also been instrumental in updating client-facing processes to ensure they are affirming and culturally sensitive.
As a speaker and advocate, Kavner shares her expertise in fostering inclusive practices, improving service accessibility and promoting professional growth to help organizations better serve diverse populations and create environments where everyone feels supported.
