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Butterworth J, Winsor JE, Kamau E, Migliore A, Mahoehney D. The State of Employment for People With IDD: Implications for Practice, Policy, and Equity. INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES 2024; 62:225-240. [PMID: 38802097 DOI: 10.1352/1934-9556-62.3.225] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 05/29/2024]
Abstract
Meaningful progress in improving employment outcomes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities continues to be elusive, despite 40 years of investment in research, policy, and supports. This article reviews the current state of employment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and describes policy, practice, and individual factors that influence employment outcomes. Research suggests the need for a holistic approach to change that addresses systems-level strategy, policy, and fiscal investment while strengthening individual experiences with employment and related day services. Recommendations address strengthening the implementation of employment policy, developing pathways to employment, and engaging individuals with IDD and, in particular, individuals with diverse social characteristics in reflecting on the quality of their experiences and supports.
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Affiliation(s)
- John Butterworth
- John Butterworth, Jean E. Winsor, Esther Kamau, and Alberto Migliore, University of Massachusetts Boston, Institute for Community Inclusion; and Danielle Mahoehney, University of Minnesota, Institute on Community Integration
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- John Butterworth, Jean E. Winsor, Esther Kamau, and Alberto Migliore, University of Massachusetts Boston, Institute for Community Inclusion; and Danielle Mahoehney, University of Minnesota, Institute on Community Integration
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- John Butterworth, Jean E. Winsor, Esther Kamau, and Alberto Migliore, University of Massachusetts Boston, Institute for Community Inclusion; and Danielle Mahoehney, University of Minnesota, Institute on Community Integration
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- John Butterworth, Jean E. Winsor, Esther Kamau, and Alberto Migliore, University of Massachusetts Boston, Institute for Community Inclusion; and Danielle Mahoehney, University of Minnesota, Institute on Community Integration
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- John Butterworth, Jean E. Winsor, Esther Kamau, and Alberto Migliore, University of Massachusetts Boston, Institute for Community Inclusion; and Danielle Mahoehney, University of Minnesota, Institute on Community Integration
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Chase B. Good fences make good neighbors: Collaborating with families to create employment opportunity. JOURNAL OF VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION 2021. [DOI: 10.3233/jvr-211137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND: Collaboration between supported employment providers and parents/guardians of job seekers with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities is key to employment success. However, parents are often concerned about the efficacy of employment supports or the capacity of the professionals providing the service. Likewise, job coaches may consider certain kinds of parent involvement as detrimental to a successful job match. OBJECTIVE: This article provides context for why parents/guardians may be distrustful of the employment process, as well as why employment specialists may struggle to build strong partnerships with parents/guardians. METHODS: This article will discuss how to implement practices that not only welcome the critical input of families, but also maintain healthy and well-defined boundaries that affirm the autonomy, professionalism, and competence of the worker.
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- Bethany Chase
- Rutgers University, The Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities, New Brunswick, NJ, USA
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