Postsecondary Transition Needs and Employment Patterns of Individuals with Mild Disabilities
- 1 April 1989
- journal article
- research article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Exceptional Children
- Vol. 55 (6) , 494-500
- https://doi.org/10.1177/001440298905500602
Abstract
Descriptive data on the initial employment patterns of mildly disabled individuals who participated in a postsecondary, time-limited transition program are presented. Results were interpreted to indicate that the participants (a) obtained entry-level positions with varying employee benefits; (b) benefited from periodic yet ongoing support to maintain employment; and (c) requested continued but minimal support to negotiate job changes in the work world. Further research is indicated concerning longitudinal employment needs of individuals with disabilities.Keywords
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