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VCU-RRTC-IDD Podcast Ep. 12
Now Available: On this episode we are joined by Employment Specialist Grace Ward. She tells us about her experiences in the field and gives us some insight into what an employment specialist does and how they assist individuals with IDD in gaining and maintaining employment. Listeners can enjoy the podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon, and Apple Music.
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VCU-RRTC-IDD Webcasts
Coming in August: All five research studies will be hosting a webcast over a two week period, August 13th to 27th! Join each study as they update us on their research findings, participant feedback, and more! Webcasts will be broadcast on Tuesdays and Thursdays, times will vary. After the broadcast dates, you can also view the webcasts on demand!
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New Supported Employment Handbook
This handbook is a comprehensive, up-to-date resource designed to equip vocational rehabilitation providers with the tools and knowledge they need to help job seekers achieve competitive integrated employment. The book guides professionals through every phase of the supported employment process - from developing a thorough job seeker profile and conducting effective job development, to delivering targeted job-site training and providing ongoing follow-along support.
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VCU-RRTC-IDD Microlearnings
These New, Free Microlearnings offers short, accessible lessons on employment-related topics for individuals with disabilities. Each session takes just 10 to 15 minutes to review and is available anytime.
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Research Study One
The Effects of Parent and Peer Mentoring on the Employment and Community Engagement Outcomes of Adults with IDD: An Intervention Efficacy, Scale-Up Study.
This study will develop and test a mentor-based, shared decision-making intervention for improving competitive integrated employment (CIE) and community outcomes for transition-age youth with IDD.
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Research Study Two
The Impact of CIE on the Lives of People with IDD: A Mixed-Methods Intervention Development Study Across Multiple Businesses
This study will Identify competitive integrated employment (CIE) aspects that enhance quality of life in employees with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
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Research Study Three
Inspiring and Preparing Disempowered Youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to Pursue Technology Training and Careers: Scaling up the TECH-Prep Intervention.
This research will expand and refine a tech-prep program to increase technology-based, career focused skills in youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
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Research Study Four
Evaluating the Effects of the Career Network Intervention on Career Development Activities and CIE Outcomes of Students with IDD: An Intervention Development Study
This research will create a technical assistance and training model for college professionals to improve employment opportunities for college students with IDD.
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Research Study Five
Development of a Fidelity Scale of Supported Employment Services for Individuals with IDD: An Intervention Development Study
This research will increase the quality of supported employment services provided to people with IDD by establishing a valid and reliable scale for implementation.
