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
Persch et al., 2015a
Why was VocFit created? |
How does VocFit enhance
Customized Employment? |
Vocational Fit Assessment
- Valid and reliable assessment of student abilities & internship demands
- Consistent, efficient, & trustworthy data processing
- 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
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