Research Database: Article Details
| Citation: | Smith, Tammy Jorgensen (2021). Multicultural ethics in rehabilitation services. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 54 (3), 295-304. |
| Title: | Multicultural ethics in rehabilitation services |
| Authors: | Smith, Tammy Jorgensen |
| Year: | 2021 |
| Journal/Publication: | Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation |
| Publisher: | IOS Press |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.3233/JVR-211140 |
| Full text: | https://content.iospress.com/articles/journal-of-vocational-rehabil... |
| Peer-reviewed? | Yes |
| NIDILRR-funded? | Yes |
Structured abstract:
| Background: | Rehabilitation professionals are required to be competent in serving multiculturally diverse individuals in a manner that promotes empowerment and full engagement. Multicultural competency is critical for accurate clinical assessment and diagnosis and for effectively serving a diverse population of clients. |
| Purpose: | The major objective of this paper is to promote multicultural competency and sensitivity by increasing knowledge and awareness of ethical considerations for multicultural populations in rehabilitation settings. |
| Conclusions: | Diagnostic tools and ethical decision-making models that integrate multicultural considerations are discussed, and recommendations for building multicultural competency are provided. |
| Disabilities served: |
Cognitive / intellectual impairment Developmental disabilities Multiple disabilities |
| Interventions: |
Transition services Outreach and orientation |
| Outcomes: |
Employment acquisition Full-time employment |