Work-related social skills: Definitions and interventions in public vocational rehabilitation.

2014 ◽  
Vol 59 (4) ◽  
pp. 386-398 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brian N. Phillips ◽  
Ashley A. Kaseroff ◽  
Allison R. Fleming ◽  
Garrett E. Huck
Keyword(s):  
Social Skills ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Work Related

scholarly journals Do individual and work-related factors differentiate work participation trajectories before and after vocational rehabilitation?

PLoS ONE ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. e0212498 ◽  
Author(s):  
Taina Leinonen ◽  
Svetlana Solovieva ◽  
Kirsti Husgafvel-Pursiainen ◽  
Mikko Laaksonen ◽  
Eira Viikari-Juntura
Keyword(s):  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Work Participation ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Before And After

Validating Vocational Rehabilitation-Service-Related Stress Scale (VRSS) for Vocational Rehabilitation Service Providers in Japan

2018 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 103-114
Author(s):  
Mahoro Ishihara ◽  
Jun Yaeda ◽  
Mayu Fujikawa ◽  
Nobuko Sunami ◽  
Isao Wakabayashi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Factor Analysis ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Factor Model ◽  
Internal Consistency Reliability ◽  
Rehabilitation Service ◽  
Stress Scale ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation Service ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Related Stress

The purpose of this study was to validate the Vocational Rehabilitation-Service-Related Stress Scale (VRSS) with a sample of 429 vocational rehabilitation (VR) service personnel in Japan. Exploratory factor analysis was employed to determine the structure of the VRSS, and confirmatory factor analysis showed that the four-factor model had a good model fit. The internal consistency reliability of the VRSS, as measured by Cronbach's alpha, was .90. Results indicated that the VRSS is a valid and reliable measure that can be used to examine occupational stress in VR personnel. Work-related stress and quality assurance issues that pertain to the delivery of VR services are discussed.

scholarly journals A Horticultural Therapy Program Focused on Succulent Cultivation for the Vocational Rehabilitation Training of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 1303
Author(s):  
Yang Suk Joy ◽  
A-Young Lee ◽  
Sin-Ae Park
Keyword(s):  
Social Skills ◽  
South Korea ◽  
Intellectual Disabilities ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Hand Function ◽  
Emotional Behavior ◽  
Behavioral Strategies ◽  
Horticultural Therapy ◽  
Therapy Program ◽  
Individuals With Intellectual Disabilities

We aimed to develop a horticultural therapy program for the vocational rehabilitation of individuals with intellectual disabilities and examine its effects. Individuals with intellectual disabilities (n = 28, average age: 33.23 ± 4.9 years) were recruited from a welfare center in Jecheon, South Korea. They participated in eight weekly sessions of a horticultural therapy program consisting of common succulent cultivation techniques at a specialized succulent cultivation farm located in Jecheon, South Korea. Before and after the program, we assessed hand function (grip strength, pinch force, and hand dexterity, evaluated using a hand dynamometer, Jamar hydraulic pinch gauge, and grooved pegboard, respectively), emotional behavioral strategies (evaluated using the emotional behavioral checklist), and social skills (evaluated using the social skill rating system-teacher form). After participation in the horticultural therapy program, individuals with intellectual disabilities displayed significantly improved hand function, emotional behavior, and social skills (all p < 0.05). This study demonstrates the potential of horticultural therapy focused on succulent cultivation for the vocational training of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Future studies should investigate the effects of the program in a larger cohort.

Recovery-Oriented Vocational Rehabilitation Services for Individuals With Co-Occurring Psychiatric Disabilities and Substance Use Disorders

2016 ◽  
Vol 30 (3) ◽  
pp. 243-258
Author(s):  
Stephanie L. Lusk ◽  
Lynn C. Koch ◽  
Teresia M. Paul
Keyword(s):  
Substance Use ◽  
Service Delivery ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Substance Use Disorders ◽  
Psychiatric Disabilities ◽  
Successful Outcome ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation Services ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Barriers To Service ◽  
Eligibility Requirements

Purpose:In this article, we examined how individuals with co-occurring psychiatric disabilities and substance use disorders encounter numerous challenges when it comes to the vocational rehabilitation (VR) process.Method:A comprehensive review of the literature demonstrated barriers to service delivery (e.g., access to services, exclusionary eligibility requirements) and hindrances to VR planning (e.g., lack of training of VR counselors, lack of work-related skills) which all serve to create obstacles through which they must navigate. This article provides a brief overview of (a) the challenges that these individuals face in treatment and VR and (b) general considerations for providing more recovery-oriented VR services to increase their participation in the VR process, facilitate recovery, and improve VR outcomes.Results:Our review highlighted that VR participation and successful outcome rates among this group as a whole are much lower than the rates of those with other types of disabilities. Researchers have suggested a myriad of strategies that have proven advantageous when working with these individuals all of which serve to increase rates of sustained recovery and employment success.Conclusion:Additional research is still needed to substantiate the barriers to service delivery for this underserved VR population, evaluate how to implement more recovery-oriented practices within the VR system, and determine if such changes do indeed lead to improved outcomes for consumers with co-occurring disabilities.

A Systematic Literature Review of Interventions to Improve Work-Related Social Skills of Individuals With Autism Spectrum Disorder

Inclusion ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (4) ◽  
pp. 320-334
Author(s):  
Holly N. Whittenburg ◽  
Joshua P. Taylor ◽  
Colleen A. Thoma ◽  
Gabrielle S. Pickover ◽  
Vivian E. Vitullo
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Social Skills ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Spectrum Disorder ◽  
Specific Work ◽  
Inclusion Criteria ◽  
High Quality Research ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Successful Employment ◽  
Visually Based

Abstract People with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience impairments in social communication, which may affect their ability to develop social skills necessary for successful employment. It is unclear which types of interventions have been used to teach specific work-related social skills to people with ASD and what the overall effectiveness of those interventions has been. This article reviewed the literature on interventions targeting improvement in work-related social skills of people with ASD. Database searches yielded 1,140 articles; 14 articles met inclusion criteria. Interventions that incorporated several common elements (e.g., modeling, rehearsals, feedback) or used visually-based, technological approaches resulted in improved work-related social skills. However, high-quality research is needed, as is research that occurs in competitive, integrated workplace settings.

scholarly journals Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christina Dillahunt-Aspillaga ◽  
Tammy Jorgensen Smith ◽  
Ardis Hanson ◽  
Sarah Ehlke ◽  
Mary Stergiou-Kita ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Traumatic Brain Injury ◽  
Brain Injury ◽  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Assessment Method ◽  
Rehabilitation Counselors ◽  
Assessment Practices ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Vocational Evaluation ◽  
Certified Rehabilitation Counselors

Background. Individuals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) face many challenges when attempting to return to work (RTW). Vocational evaluation (VE) is a systematic process that involves assessment and appraisal of an individual’s current work-related characteristics and abilities.Objective. The aims of this study are to (1) examine demographic and employment characteristics of vocational rehabilitation providers (VRPs), (2) identify the specific evaluation methods that are used in the VE of individuals with TBI, and (3) examine the differences in assessment method practices based upon evaluator assessment preferences.Methods. This exploratory case study used a forty-six-item online survey which was distributed to VRPs.Results. One hundred and nine VRPs accessed the survey. Of these, 74 completed the survey. A majority of respondents were female (79.7%), Caucasian (71.6%), and holding a master’s degree (74.3%), and more than half (56.8%) were employed as state vocational rehabilitation counselors (VRCs). In addition, over two-thirds (67.6%) were certified rehabilitation counselors (CRCs). Respondents reported using several specific tools and assessments during the VE process.Conclusions. Study findings reveal differences in use of and rationales for specific assessments amongst VRPs. Understanding VRP assessment practices and use of an evidence-based framework for VE following TBI may inform and improve VE practice.

Validating a Model of Psychological Capital in Vocational Rehabilitation Consumers

2018 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
pp. 209-216 ◽  
Author(s):  
Allison R. Fleming ◽  
Brian N. Phillips ◽  
Jonathan G. Hakun ◽  
Joshua D. Southwick
Keyword(s):  
Vocational Rehabilitation ◽  
Structural Model ◽  
Psychological Capital ◽  
Individuals With Disabilities ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Confirmatory Factor ◽  
Order Construct ◽  
Client Data ◽  
Psychology Literature ◽  
The Relationship

Background:Psychological Capital (PsyCap) is a prominent, well-established model of psychosocial strengths in the organizational positive psychology literature. PsyCap is a higher order construct consisting of hope, optimism, resilience, and self-efficacy that has been identified as a powerful predictor of work-related outcomes, with strong potential for application in vocational rehabilitation (VR). However, PysCap has not yet been validated for individuals with disabilities in rehabilitation settings.Objective:The purpose of this study was to explore the relevance of PsyCap for individuals with disabilities in VR.Methods:Confirmatory Factor Analysis was used to validate the structural model of PsyCap in a sample of adults with disabilities who have received public VR services (N= 229).Findings:VR client data supported the hypothesized factor structure of PsyCap. In an initial exploration of the relationship between PsyCap and employment status, individuals who reported employment had a higher mean PsyCap score than those reporting unemployment.Conclusions:These results highlight the potential utility of PsyCap for VR consumers. Additional research is needed to explore this construct as it pertains to VR services.

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