Pioneering Possibility Since 1999 We serve throughout Virgina, and some areas of North Carolina.
At the Faison Center, our mission is simple - to give children and adults with autism and related challenges the best opportunity to improve their life's journey through evidence-based practice. Our mission across the lifespan is accomplished through specific programs designed to meet the needs of families at different points in their lives: the Faison School, the Faison Behavioral Health Clinic, and Faison Adult Services.
Operating as usual
03/23/2023
Want to know what the benefits of a career at Faison are?
🚌 Our Richmond Area location is easily accessible via the interstate and the bus line
👩💻 No working night shift or weekends!
💙 Supportive teachers, managers, and leadership team
These are just a few of the many great benefits that a career at Faison provides. Want to learn more about our latest job openings? Visit the link blelow!
https://bit.ly/faisonjobopenings
03/22/2023
Things are getting creative at the Collegiate School! Both our Lower School and Center-Based ABA students got the chance to work with clay and the art of ceramics in our latest community-based lesson. Students even got a chance to craft and mold their own bowls!
03/20/2023
Did you know about Faison's Accelerated Independent Learner Community (AILC)? Accommodating students up to age 22, the Accelerated Independent Learner program is closest to grade level. The program is more academically rigorous than some of The Faison Center’s other programs, as it helps prepare students for community college or a four-year college degree program.
Want to learn more about Faison's AILC? Visit the link below.
https://www.faisoncenter.org/independent-learner-communities
03/17/2023
Happy St. Patrick's Day from Faison! Here's hoping your day is filled with lots of luck and of course, plenty of green🍀🌈
03/16/2023
Who doesn't love a good pi? On Tuesday, our Peninsula Pi-oneers learned the importance of pi all while participating in fun and delicious activities involving coloring in pictures of pie and eating pie and cake 🥧🍰
03/14/2023
We had an out-of-this-world experience at the Science Museum of Virginia Students had the opportunity to participate in so many fun and interactive exhibits while learning more about the science of light and the role it plays in each of our daily lives!
03/13/2023
This colder weather has us looking forward to warm, sunny days with plenty of water play! Water play takes on a large role in our interactive curriculum during the spring and summer. From our water tables and splash pads to inflatable pools, water play always helps in creating relaxing, sensory-friendly activities for each of our students.
03/10/2023
Community means everything to us at Faison and that's why we create opportunities for each and every one of our students through community-based learning. Community-based learning allows our students to flourish by participating in enriching experiences designed to bring them closer to members of the communities that surround our Richmond and Peninsula Campuses. Visit the link below to learn more about our approach to community education!
https://www.faisoncenter.org/the-faison-approach
03/09/2023
Want to know what the benefits of a career at Faison are?
✈️ 10 additional days of accrued sick and vacation during the year
🎓 100% college tuition reimbursement
🤝 Frequent staff and team-building events
These are just a few of the many great benefits that a career at Faison provides. Want to learn more about our latest job openings? Visit the link blelow!
https://bit.ly/faisonjobopenings
03/07/2023
We have some exciting news! Recently, our Peninsula School students have been volunteering with the Peninsula SPCA!
This has been such a great experience already with students expanding upon their vocational skills by assisting the SPCA with day-to-day operations.
03/06/2023
The Faison Center's Early Education Center offers the benefits of an early intervention and educational program to help develop children's communication and social skills, and provide parents with helpful support and training. The Early Education Center is designed for students as young as 12 months old. Want to learn more about our Early Education Center? Visit the link below.
https://www.faisoncenter.org/early-education-center-richmond
03/03/2023
At Faison, the community is our classroom! Students and staff alike participate in enriching activities connecting our work to the communities that surround us.
There's never been a better time to apply for a career at Faison. We currently have openings for support coaches and teaching assistants. Click the link below to apply now!
https://bit.ly/faisonjobopenings
It was so great to have the privilege to work side-by-side with community members at the Weinstein JCC in order to create such a lovely piece of art. Hear from Hollly Markhoff, the Youth and Community Engagement Coordinator at the Weinstein JCC along with Faison's very own Christine Johnson on what this collaborative project meant to them and all those involved.
Thank you again to all of the members of the Weinstein JCC for volunteering and making this such a special experience for all of our students!
02/28/2023
Want to know what we've been up to the last couple of months? It's time for a Faison Winter photo dump ❄️📸
02/27/2023
The Faison Center's Adult Day Services program is designed to enrich the lives of individuals with special needs. This program provides learning opportunities through interactive activities and meaningful volunteer experiences.
Want to learn more about our Adult Day Services? Visit the link below.
https://www.faisoncenter.org/adult-day-services
02/24/2023
Tickets are now on sale for Dive In the Action for Autism gala! Join us on Saturday, April 22nd for an evening of food, drinks, entertainment, and our live and silent auctions. To purchase tickets visit www.faisongala.org.
All proceeds raised at Action for Autism go towards furthering the Faison mission to give individuals with autism the best opportunity to improve their life’s journey.
02/23/2023
All of these warm and sunny afternoons have been a great chance for us to get out and enjoy local parks and playgrounds! Can't wait for more Spring weather in the next couple of months 🌻
02/21/2023
Faison Partnership Spotlight:
Our Employment Academy students have loved getting a chance to work with University of Richmond Dining Services. Students assist the University of Richmond custodial staff in day-to-day job duties which allows them the opportunity to expand upon their social and vocational skills in a positive and collaborative work environment.
02/20/2023
Love was in the air last week as our AILC, EILC, and Lower school students all participated in festive crafting activities for Valentine's Day💞 We got creative by cutting out hearts and making them into all different kinds of animals!
02/17/2023
It was so nice to receive a visit from our good friends at the Orchard House School this past week! Our lower school students participated in some awesome recreational activities designed to improve their social skills all in a play-based environment. Thank you to all of the volunteers from Orchard House School who came out and made this a blast!
02/15/2023
We were so lucky to be able to have Chelsea Shaul, a student at Randolph-Macon College, join us this past month as an intern. Chelsea was a wonderful help in our EILC program and our students loved getting the chance to interact with and learn from her. We extend a big thank you to Chelsea and Randolph-Macon College for making this special experience possible!
Want to learn more about Chelsea's time at Faison? Click the link below!
https://www.rmc.edu/news-and-calendar/news-stories/2023/02/10/making-an-impact-chelsea-saul-24-completes-j-term-internship-at-the-faison-center?nr=b77988a7-aeb7-6f8d-8b39-ff00008e632a
02/14/2023
Happy Valentine's Day Pioneers! Sending a little extra love to all of our Faison family today💞
02/13/2023
Dealing with problematic behaviors can be a long and difficult process. Luckily, the licensed behavioral analysts at The Faison Center are here to help.
Behavioral Consultation consists of conducting assessments, designing behavior intervention plans, training caregivers, and monitoring the effectiveness of the intervention in order to replace problematic behaviors with socially appropriate behaviors.
To learn more, visit our website: https://www.faisoncenter.org/behavioral-consultation
02/10/2023
At The Faison Center, we see the life-changing impact of our work each and every day.
Being a part of these impacts is just a click away! We currently have openings for teaching assistants and support coaches. Apply now by clicking this link ➡️ https://bit.ly/FaisonJobOpportunities
02/09/2023
A huge thank you to Richmond magazine for highlighting the latest addition to our Richmond campus! Learn more by clicking the post below.
Pioneering Education The Faison Center expands enrichment programming for autistic adults.
02/07/2023
What is evidence-based practice? Evidence-based practice combines the best scientific evidence with clinical experience and patient values in order to create a more holistic approach to learning and treatment. Offering these types of services is just one of the many things that makes The Faison Center so unique and allows us to give our pioneers the best opportunity to live fulfilling lives! Find out more by visiting our website. https://www.faisoncenter.org/
02/06/2023
Faison Partnership Spotlight:
Our friends at the Visual Arts Center of Richmond have given our Employment Academy students the opportunity to work on and improve their vocational skills by assisting staff with daily activities. Below is a look at one of our wonderful Employment Academy students assisting with the screen printing duties.
02/03/2023
What is the Faison Approach?
To give children and adults with autism and related challenges the best opportunity to improve their life’s journey through evidence-based practice. Want to see what the Faison Center can do for you and your family? Visit our website link below.
https://www.faisoncenter.org
02/02/2023
Like what you see? Our Faison tote bag allows you to support Faison in a functional and fashionable way! Click the link below to order now.
https://bit.ly/Faisonmerch
01/31/2023
How important is engagement when working with individuals with autism?
Let's see what the experts have to say! Check out this article from our friends at ASAT - Association for Science in Autism Treatment on the importance of engagement when working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and autism.
What is the Importance of Engagement When Working with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental disabilities and Autism? In this article, we offer tips for parents and providersthat will really help bring the concepts of "individualization" and "choice" to the next level.
01/30/2023
Did you know that after just 12 months of treatment at Faison, 75% of students are able to safely participate in community-based instruction? At Faison, we put an emphasis on impactful and enriching experiences to best support all of our students. That's why we work so hard to make sure students are able to safely and comfortably participate in community-based instruction and activities.
01/26/2023
Why do we work so hard at Faison? For moments like these ⬇️.
At Faison, we work tirelessly to be able to make a true impact in the lives of those we serve and their families. Seeing those smiling faces every day is just an extra perk!
Thinking about a career at Faison? We're hiring! Check out our job openings by clicking the link below.
https://bit.ly/FaisonJobOpportunities
01/24/2023
The Faison School's Lower School Program provides educational services to students up to 11 years of age. The curriculum consists of more interactive and play-based activities paired with attentive and personal care. As students progress through the Lower School curriculum, they may either continue on to the Middle School or move to a less restrictive teaching environment, such as The Faison Center’s Independent Learner Communities.
Want to learn more about Faison's Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools? Visit the link below!
https://www.faisoncenter.org/lower-upper-schools
01/23/2023
Faison Partnership Spotlight:
We recently partnered with the Weinstein JCC in a collaborative art exhibit in celebration of the Jewish festival of Tu B'Shevat! Our work started back in October with a large collaborative piece created with the help of members of the Weinstein JCC. Since then, students have had the opportunity to create their own individual pieces which are also displayed at the exhibit.
Visit the link below to learn more about the exhibit and how you can see all the wonderful work that our students have done!
https://weinsteinjcc.org/programs/arts-and-ideas/strong-roots-for-blossoming-fruits/
01/20/2023
Didn't get a chance to grab any Faison merch during the holiday season? You're in luck! Faison t-shirts, polos, sweatshirts and tote bags are still available. Click the link below to order now!
https://bit.ly/Faisonmerch
01/19/2023
The new year means a new hang out spot for students at The Peninsula School! We recently introduced a new centers room with plenty of room for students to enjoy interactive activities and relaxation.
Exciting things are coming to our Richmond campus! Here's a look at our fall demolition project of the future site of Pioneer Hall. Stay tuned for more updates!
01/16/2023
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! Today we recognize the many ground-breaking efforts of Dr. King as we all strive toward acceptance and equity for all.
01/13/2023
Being a teaching assistant at Faison is not just about having a job. It also provides a unique opportunity to pick up valuable skills in the field of specialized education. Daily tasks include classroom instruction, facilitating activities for students, collecting student data, and much more!
Your career at Faison starts right here. Apply now by clicking the link below!
https://bit.ly/faisonjobopenings
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