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Assessment of Job Preferences of Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: Are Preferences Consistent Over Time?
Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment
  • Robert L. Morgan, Utah State University
  • Katherine A. Crowell
Document Type
Article
Publisher
Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment Association
Publication Date
4-1-2012
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Abstract

A primary component of self-determination for young adults with intellectual disabilities is selecting preferred employment. We assessed the extent to which job preference selections were consistent over time. Twenty-five participants ages 18-21 with intellectual disabilities selected preferred jobs using a job preference web site, then repeated the same selection processes at 30- and 90-day intervals. We examined (a) jobs selected in the original assessment, (b) number of identical jobs selected in 30- and 90-day reassessments compared to original assessment, (c) new jobs selected in 30- and 90-day reassessments, and (d) previously selected jobs that were discarded. Results indicated participants were generally consistent in selection of preferred jobs over time. Findings are discussed in regards to self-determination of job placements.

Citation Information
Morgan, R. L., & Crowell, K. A. (2012). Assessment of job preferences of young adults with intellectual disabilities: Are preferences consistent over time? Vocational Evaluation and Work Adjustment, 39 (1), 12-22.