‘They don't think I can do it’: Experiences of self-advocates, employment specialists, and employers on employment of adults with intellectual disability

IF 2.1 3区医学 Q2 PSYCHOLOGY, EDUCATIONAL

Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Pub Date : 2024-04-01 DOI:10.1111/jar.13231

Rae Morris, Jennifer Christianson-Barker, Tim Stainton, Rachel Mills, Chris Rowley, John Cox, Monica Schroeder, Rachelle Hole

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Abstract

Background

A multi-phase Canadian study was conducted as part of a large-scale community and academic research partnership focused on understanding and improving the employment experiences of people with intellectual disabilities.

Method

This multi-method study utilized a sequential approach, using findings from qualitative interviews (n = 28) to inform an online survey (n = 149). Participants were invited to share their experiences with paid employment or with persons with intellectual disabilities.

Results

Thematic analysis of data across interview and survey findings resulted in six themes: (1) assumptions and attitudes, (2) knowledge and awareness, (3) accessibility of processes, (4) use of accommodations, (5) workplace relationships, and (6) supports and resources.

Conclusions

A holistic and systemic approach has the potential to improve inclusive employment experiences of people with intellectual disabilities. Action is needed mainly at the policy and employer level to reduce barriers and improve on facilitating measures reinforced by the themes shared in this study.

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他们认为我做不到"：自我倡导者、就业专家和雇主在智障成人就业方面的经验。

研究背景加拿大开展了一项多阶段研究，作为大规模社区和学术研究合作项目的一部分，该项目侧重于了解和改善智障人士的就业经历：这项多方法研究采用了循序渐进的方法，利用定性访谈（n = 28）的结果为在线调查（n = 149）提供信息。参与者受邀分享他们在有偿就业或与智障人士相处方面的经验：对访谈和调查结果中的数据进行专题分析后，得出了六个主题：（1）假设和态度；（2）知识和意识；（3）流程的无障碍性；（4）便利措施的使用；（5）工作场所关系；以及（6）支持和资源：整体和系统的方法有可能改善智障人士的包容性就业体验。主要需要在政策和雇主层面采取行动，以减少障碍并改进促进措施，本研究中分享的主题强化了这些措施。

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Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities Multiple-

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4.70

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12.50%

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期刊介绍： JARID is an international, peer-reviewed journal which draws together findings derived from original applied research in intellectual disabilities. The journal is an important forum for the dissemination of ideas to promote valued lifestyles for people with intellectual disabilities. It reports on research from the UK and overseas by authors from all relevant professional disciplines. It is aimed at an international, multi-disciplinary readership. Topics covered include community living, quality of life, challenging behaviour, communication, sexuality, medication, ageing, supported employment, family issues, mental health, physical health, autism, economic issues, social networks, staff stress, staff training, epidemiology and service provision.