Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury
Joint Authors
Dillahunt-Aspillaga, Christina
Jorgensen Smith, Tammy
Hanson, Ardis
Ehlke, Sarah
Stergiou-Kita, Mary
Dixon, Charlotte G.
Quichocho, Davina
Source
Issue
Vol. 2015, Issue 2015 (31 Dec. 2015), pp.1-11, 11 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2015-09-30
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
11
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
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.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Dillahunt-Aspillaga, Christina& Jorgensen Smith, Tammy& Hanson, Ardis& Ehlke, Sarah& Stergiou-Kita, Mary& Dixon, Charlotte G.…[et al.]. 2015. Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury. Behavioural Neurology،Vol. 2015, no. 2015, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1057589
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Dillahunt-Aspillaga, Christina…[et al.]. Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury. Behavioural Neurology No. 2015 (2015), pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1057589
American Medical Association (AMA)
Dillahunt-Aspillaga, Christina& Jorgensen Smith, Tammy& Hanson, Ardis& Ehlke, Sarah& Stergiou-Kita, Mary& Dixon, Charlotte G.…[et al.]. Exploring Vocational Evaluation Practices following Traumatic Brain Injury. Behavioural Neurology. 2015. Vol. 2015, no. 2015, pp.1-11.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1057589
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1057589