Vocational services research: Recommendations for next stage of work

Drebing, Charles E.; Bell, Morris D.; Campinell, E. Anthony; Fraser, Robert; Malec, James F.; Penk, Walter E.; Pruitt-Stephens, Laura

doi:10.1682/jrrd.2010.06.0105

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“…Respondents also reported several types of assessments to be particularly beneficial during conducting and reviewing vocational evaluations following TBI. These included situational assessments, community assessments, cognitive demands analyses, and job shadowing, which parallels findings in other studies [ 30 , 64 , 66 , 79 , 82 , 83 ]. However, we also found that a very small percentage (5.4%) of VRPs use the McCarron-Dial System (MDS).…”

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Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury

Dillahunt-Aspillaga

Smith

Hanson

et al. 2015

Behavioural Neurology

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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.

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Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury

Dillahunt-Aspillaga

Smith

Hanson

et al. 2015

Behavioural Neurology

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“…The WBI taps work behaviors that would be impacted by these functional limitations (e.g., social skills or work quality) and in turn has been shown to be correlated with neurocognitive domains typically impaired in schizophrenia (Evans et al, 2004; Lysaker et al, 2005; Lystad et al, 2016). As such, the WBI could be considered as a moderating/mediating variable of distal competitive employment outcomes (Drebing et al, 2012). Of note, in the current study evidence for the validity of the Work Habits scale was the most robust.…”

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“…Schizophrenia is marked by significant functional impairment including in the vocational domain (Anthony et al, 1995; Carpenter and Strauss, 1991; Harvey and Strassnig, 2012; Razzano et al, 2005). The ongoing emphasis on the recovery of valued roles in the community makes vocational functioning an important treatment outcome for individuals with schizophrenia (Drebing et al, 2012). While there has been development of broad outcome measures of real world functioning in schizophrenia, specific assessment of work performance may identify additional treatment targets that can impact vocational outcomes in schizophrenia (Drebing et al, 2012; Lystad et al, 2016).…”

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Modified Work Behavior Inventory assessment: Evaluation of psychometric properties

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Kinnaman

Tenhula

2019

Schizophrenia Research: Cognition

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The Work Behavior Inventory (WBI) is a widely used and validated assessment of work functioning in people with schizophrenia. WBI ratings are based on workplace observation and interview with work supervisors. Workplace observation may not be acceptable in all employment settings. A WBI assessment based only on supervisor interview may offer more utility. The current study evaluated the psychometric properties of a modified WBI among individuals with schizophrenia participating in VA vocational rehabilitation programs – similar to the original WBI validation study. Results suggest evidence for reliability, validity and sensitivity to change for an interview only format. Limitations and future research directions are discussed.

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“…Work was valued for many reasons including financial gain, opportunities for social contact, creativity, sense of value and self-worth, all of which are previously documented (Drebing et al, 2012). However, the over-riding theme which recurred through many accounts was that of work-related personal identity and status.…”

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Exploring vocation following brain injury: a qualitative enquiry

Conneeley

2013

Social Care and Neurodisability

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Purpose -The purpose of this paper is to explore the transition to community life, in relation to vocational goals and aspirations, for 18 people with traumatic brain injury following the discharge from a neurological rehabilitation hospital.Design/methodology/approach -The study was a longitudinal qualitative study, framed within interpretivism. A phenomenological approach was employed. Participants, their significant other, and members of the rehabilitation team involved in their care were interviewed at the time of discharge from the ward, after six months and one year following discharge from the ward.Findings -Themes which emerged from the data gave insights into the meaning and value of vocational occupations, impact of rehabilitation, insight and awareness, environmental influences, alteration to the life-course and moving forward to a new life. Throughout, issues of identity and reconstruction were identified.Practical implications -Use of alternative paradigms to the traditional medical viewpoint can raise awareness of issues of identity and biographical reconstruction which are less widely reported in rehabilitation literature.Originality/value -Goals could be re-framed and include moving forward to a life with meaning and purpose. For many, this could involve work and vocational occupations but for others it may not. The need to address concerns which are priorities of those in receipt of care is highlighted in order to support interventions and the reconstruction of identity and a life with value.

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Vocational services research: Recommendations for next stage of work

Cited by 16 publications

References 75 publications

Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury

Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury

Modified Work Behavior Inventory assessment: Evaluation of psychometric properties

Exploring vocation following brain injury: a qualitative enquiry

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