Job Success for Persons with Developmental Disabilities

Name: Job Success for Persons with Developmental Disabilities
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ISBN: 9781843109228

ISBN-10: 1843109220

ISBN-13: 9781843109228

Edition: 2009

Authors: David Wiegan, Ron Rush

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In the United States alone, there are roughly three million individuals living with a developmental disability, but less than a third are active in the labor market. This book provides a comprehensive approach to developing a successful jobs program for persons with developmental disabilities, drawn from the author's extensive experience and real success. The majority of persons with developmental disabilities are unemployed, underemployed, or still work in sheltered programs where it is almost impossible to reach their full potential. Job success is possible, but it requires a system based on a business model based on proven economics, rather than the traditional social services model. By…

Book details

List price: $45.00
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication date: 8/15/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 160
Size: 5.75" wide x 8.75" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.550
Language: English



Foreword



The Philosophy of Employment



The Business Model



Understanding Job Success



Understanding the Client



The Job Development Plan



Individual Job Development



Corporate Job Development



Natural Supports



Understanding the Job



On-the-Job Training



Job Coaching



Financial Success



Hiring and Training Staff



Mythology



Health, Diet, Exercise, and Socialization



Organizations, Structures, and Ethics


Appendix: Principles of Job Success


Index