Transitional Services (15-21 years)
It’s never too soon to start thinking about the future. Whether your child is college-bound, entering the workforce or not sure what is next, the Kinney Center has a program to meet their transitional needs.
Social and Life Skills
During these weekly sessions, we focus on building and generalizing social and life skills. Each week follows a different theme, from personal finance to perspective taking, we aim to cover a broad range of real-life scenarios. Additionally, time is set aside to focus on an individualized set of personal goals chosen by you and/or your support team. Every other week, everyone participates in food preparation that ends with a shared meal together. This program aims to encourage each other to meet new peers, build confidence in social settings, and enhance independence.
Transitional Social Skills
Tuesdays | 6-8 PM | Ages 15-21
September 16-December 2 (No sessions on October 14 or November 11)
Cost: $1000
- Director: Colleen Kelly, BCBA
- Phone: 610-660-2180
- Email: ckelly1@sju.edu
Vocational Skills
Our evening vocational skills program is designed to support teens and young adults in building essential work-readiness in a structured, supportive environment. Participants engage in hands-on activities that promote job exploration, communication, time management, and teamwork. Whether preparing for part-time employment or building a foundation for future career success, this program offers personalized instruction tailored to each individual's goals and abilities.
Vocational Skills
Tuesdays | 6-7:30 PM | Ages 15+
September 16-December 2 (No sessions on October 14 or November 11)
Cost: $1000
- Director: Alyssa Hernandez, BCBA
- Phone: 610-660-2169
- Email: ahernand@sju.edu
Day Services
High school students who are vocationally bound can spend part, or all of their day at the Kinney Center discovering their passions, and developing the skills and experience needed to hold independent employment.
College Bound Retreat
There is a lot to consider when choosing a college, and even more to learn when transitioning onto a campus. The Kinney Center’s College Bound Retreat prepares high school students for what they can expect while providing the opportunity to experience a college campus first hand.
Research demonstrates that job activities that encourage independence reduce autism symptoms and increase daily living skills.