Balance Autism
Taylor Aukes has a diverse work experience. They started their career with Menards in 2010 as a Salesperson and worked there until 2015. In 2014, while still working at Menards, Taylor also worked as a Student at Minnesota State University, Mankato, until 2015. From 2015 to 2018, Taylor worked at Nationwide Insurance as a PL Inside Sales Representative. In 2018, Taylor joined Balance Autism as an ABA Specialist, providing specialized services until 2020. They then became the ACS Managing Program Coordinator, a role they held until 2022. Currently, Taylor holds the position of Community Services Director at Balance Autism, starting in November 2021.
Taylor Aukes attended Minnesota State University, Mankato from 2009 to 2015, where they pursued a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with a focus on English.
Balance Autism
In 1991, a group of parents and professionals in Iowa came together to create new living and working opportunities for adults with autism. They researched other programs around the country and talked with experts in the field of autism. From these efforts Balance Autism took root. When founded as a non-profit 501(c)3 organization in 1994 it was named The Homestead because its earliest program focused on a working farm where adults with autism could live and work, raising fruits and vegetables. Since that beginning 25 years ago, Balance Autism has evolved. Our capabilities have broadened. Our staff has increased. We now serve persons of all ages. As the field of autism research has evolved, we’ve brought its most effective solutions to the persons and families we serve. Today, Balance Autism offers services to more than 300 children and 150 adults annually; employs 400 highly trained and devoted staff members and has an operating budget of $21 million. And yet, as much as we’ve grown, our mission has remained rooted in our core value: to provide balance in the lives of those with autism. If you are interested in learning more about our services, if you are interested in joining our team and helping children and adults with autism learn and grow, check out www.BalanceAutism.org.