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Debra Kiegaldie^1,2,3, Louise Shaw^1,4, Stuart Hunter¹

¹Holmesglen Institute, Moorabbin, VIC, Australia.

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Supported work internship programs significantly improve employment outcomes for young adults with disabilities. Personalized support and coaching in the Integrated Practical Placement (IPP) program led to higher skill development and job acquisition.

Keywords:

education employment intellectual disability learning disability supported employment

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Area of Science:

Disability Studies
Vocational Rehabilitation
Employment Services

Background:

Supported work internship programs are evidence-based for improving employment outcomes in individuals with disabilities.
The Integrated Practical Placement (IPP) program in Australia aimed to enhance vocational readiness for students with disabilities.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the experiences of participants in a supported internship program for students with disabilities.
To compare the employment outcomes of students receiving enhanced support versus standard placements.

Main Methods:

A mixed-methods pilot study involving students, supervisors, and a project coordinator.
Intervention group (n=10) received 9-week rotations with personal support and coaching.
Comparison group (n=38) completed shorter, standard placements without additional support.

Main Results:

Intervention students reported significantly greater improvements in work skills (p < 0.01) and work readiness (p < 0.05).
Key skill development included communication and self-organization, with high value placed on staff support.
Post-program employment rates were 70% for the intervention group versus 15.4% for the comparison group.

Conclusions:

An evidence-based supported employment program with personalized assessment and training is effective for individuals with disabilities.
The IPP model demonstrates potential for equipping individuals with disabilities with necessary skills for successful employment.
Enhanced support structures within internships are crucial for improving vocational outcomes for students with disabilities.