Intersectoral Collaboration and Job Retention Among Workers Facing Labour Market Vulnerability: A Scoping Review

Area of Science:

• Occupational Health
• Public Health Policy
• Social Sciences

Background:

• Intersectoral collaboration is vital for addressing complex work and health issues.
• Employment retention for vulnerable populations presents significant challenges.
• Partnerships across sectors are increasingly recognized as a key strategy.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review how intersectoral partnerships supporting employment retention are conceptualized.
• To examine the study methodologies for intersectoral collaboration in employment retention.
• To identify knowledge gaps in the scientific literature on job retention.

Main Methods:

• Scoping review following Joanna Briggs Institute and Mazaniello-Chézol and Corbière methodologies.
• PRISMA-ScR guidelines adherence for reporting.
• Data extraction and analysis using Bryson's intersectoral collaboration model framework.

Main Results:

• Significant variability exists in the definition and operationalization of intersectoral collaboration.
• Most studies focus on healthcare, employment, and community sectors, emphasizing coordination and shared goals.
• Limited attention is paid to power dynamics, governance, sustainability, and outcome evaluation for job retention.

Conclusions:

• The review offers a structured overview of intersectoral collaboration for job retention.
• Key gaps identified in conceptual clarity and outcome assessment for employment retention.
• Findings support advancing research and practice, including for informal caregivers.