Employment Satisfaction of Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury

Wehman, Paul; Wilson, Kristi; Parent, Wendy; Sherron-Targett, Pam; McKinley, William

doi:10.1097/00002060-200003000-00009

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“…1,2 In the spinal cord injury (SCI) literature, satisfaction with life [3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12] and, to a lesser degree, with employment, 13 services, 14 and community activities 15 has principally been studied.…”

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Satisfaction With Medical Rehabilitation After Spinal Cord Injury

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Satisfaction With Medical Rehabilitation After Spinal Cord Injury

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“…The lack of transportation as a barrier to employment is consistent with other research. 2,3,28,29 Between-group differences were mostly found in the perceived barriers in the qualitative data. The loss of financial benefits was a perceived barrier to employment for controls but not cases.…”

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“…The negative impact of employment on disability benefits is a barrier cited in reviews of literature. 2,3,28,29 A barrier identified in qualitative interview data by controls was the slow process of finding a job. In the barriers and supports questionnaire, cases indicated their level of motivation as a facilitator more than controls; conversely, more control Veterans indicated level of motivation as a barrier than cases.…”

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Facilitators and Barriers to Employment Among Veterans with Spinal Cord Injury Receiving 12 Months of Evidence-Based Supported Employment Services

Cotner

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Trainor

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Background:Return to work is associated with positive rehabilitation outcomes for persons with spinal cord injury (SCI); however, more research is needed on vocational support for persons with disabilities seeking employment. Objective: The association between facilitators and barriers of employment and employment outcome was examined among Veterans with SCI who participated in an evidence-based supported employment (EBSE) program. Methods: Using a mixed-methods, nested case-control design, data on facilitators and barriers to employment were extracted from qualitative interviews and quantitative measures administered in person to 34 Veterans with SCI who completed 12 months of an EBSE program. Participants who did (case) and did not (control) obtain competitive employment were matched on time since SCI. Facilitators and barriers to employment were compared between the groups. Results: Self-report measures administered at baseline were examined; there were no statistically significant factors that predicted employment outcomes after 12 months of EBSE program participation. Qualitative interview data revealed program-specific facilitators and Veteran characteristics that were associated with employment outcomes. Conclusions: Qualitative data illustrate how the integration of the vocational rehabilitation specialist on the medical team is helpful for addressing identified disability-specific barriers, including practical matters such as transportation and caregiving schedules, to facilitate employment outcomes.

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“…Previous research indicates that many individuals with SCI do not receive adequate information regarding employment support and resources available to them. 16 To address this gap in service delivery, 'Back on Track' mentoring program was established to improve the community integration of individuals with SCI between the age of 16 and 26. The concepts and practice of mentoring programs in different populations have been studied extensively.…”

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Return to work and school: a model mentoring program for youth and young adults with spinal cord injury

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Study design: This is a prospective study. Objectives: Young individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) need support to actively participate in the community after their injuries. The 'Back on Track' mentoring program was developed to match mentees with SCI with mentors to assist with post-injury adjustment. The objectives of this study were to improve the percentage of youth and young adults with SCI, who access post-secondary education or employment opportunities and to improve quality of life. Setting: This study had a community-based setting. Methods: Each mentee with SCI was matched with a community-based mentor, with or without a disability. The mentoring relationship was planned for 2 years. Participants were evaluated with standardized questionnaires at intake, at the time of post-secondary education or employment entry and 4 months post entry. Results: In total, 39 individuals with SCI, age 16-26 years, were enrolled. Average age of mentees was 19.8 years (s.d. ¼ 3.0). In total, 29 participants were matched with mentors, and 10 participants (34%) completed the program, with seven (24%) returning to school, two (6.9%) returning to work and one individual (3.4%) attending school part time. Conclusion: Although multiple barriers to success occurred, this program demonstrated that it could assist the youth and young adults with SCI to obtain post-secondary education and employment. This type of support system should be encouraged in order to improve the quality and satisfaction of life for young adults with disabilities.

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Employment Satisfaction of Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury

Cited by 42 publications

References 12 publications

Satisfaction With Medical Rehabilitation After Spinal Cord Injury

Satisfaction With Medical Rehabilitation After Spinal Cord Injury

Facilitators and Barriers to Employment Among Veterans with Spinal Cord Injury Receiving 12 Months of Evidence-Based Supported Employment Services

Return to work and school: a model mentoring program for youth and young adults with spinal cord injury

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