About VocFit

"Job matching is the collaborative, data-based decision-making process used by transition teams to determine the best fit between an individual’s abilities and preferences and the job’ s environmental and occupational demands.”
Persch et al., 2015a
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Why was VocFit created?​
How does VocFit enhance
​Customized Employment?
Vocational Fit Assessment
  • Valid and reliable assessment of student abilities & internship demands
Demands & Abilities Transforming Algorithm
  • Consistent, efficient, & trustworthy data processing
Job Matching Reports
  • Novel decision support system identifies the pros and cons of each potential job match
  • Reveals areas of need for goal setting and skill development​

Vocational Fit Assessment Rating Scale

Worker Abilities
Score
Job Environment &
​Occupational Demands
​The worker performs this task independently (using AT if needed)
High = 2
The task is essential to the performance of the job
The worker performs this task with support (physical assist, cues)
Some = 1
The task is relevant to the job but non-essential
The worker is unable or otherwise dependent on others to complete the task
Low = 0
The task is irrelevant and non-essential to this job
                                                                                                                           References
Persch, A. C., Cleary, D. S., Rutkowski, S., Malone, H. C., Darragh, A. R., & Case-Smith, J. D. (2015a). Current practices in job matching for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Journal of Vocational Rehabilitation, 43(3), 259-273. 
Persch, A. C., Gugiu, P. C., Onate, J. A., & Cleary, D. S. (2015b). Development and psychometric evaluation of the Vocational Fit Assessment. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 69(6), 6906180080. http://dx.doi.org/10.5014/ajot.2015.019455