Journal Article Details

Citation:
Chase, B. (2019). Supporting social/sexual challenges at the workplace. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 50 (3), 285-290.
Title:
Supporting social/sexual challenges at the workplace
Authors:
Chase, B.
Year:
2019
Journal/Publication: 
Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation
Publisher:
IOS Press
DOI:
Full text:
Peer-reviewed?
Yes
NIDILRR-funded? 
Not reported

Structured abstract:

Background:
Assisting individuals with disabilities as they navigate social expectations at the workplace is always a challenge, but when situations of a sexual nature arise, the challenge becomes more complex. By reviewing the literature regarding sexuality relative to individuals with disabilities and examining common interventions for social/emotional challenges in the workplace, this article explores what employment specialists can do to support individuals with disabilities when these issues intersect on the job.
Purpose:
This article outlines the social and educational context for why social/sexual issues present themselves in the workplace, why they pose a unique challenge to individuals with I/DD, and strategies employment specialists can utilize to support the healthy sexuality of the individuals they serve while assisting them in maintaining their employment.
Disabilities served:
Cognitive / intellectual impairment
Developmental disabilities
Multiple disabilities
Interventions:
Supported employment
Outcomes:
Employment acquisition
Full-time employment