Evidence Based Supported Employment presented by Al Barton, Kim Chopp, & Cheryl Rhodes Mid Columbia Center for Living
Overview of Presentation Introductions Review of Individual placement and Support (IPS) supported employment Role of IPS Employment Specialist Challenges and Solutions of Supported Employment Your Questions
OSECE Provides technical assistance to Mental Health Agencies across Oregon Conducts fidelity (quality control) reviews Collects and shares data Promote SE services Promote statewide collaboration Supported Education
J&J Dartmouth collaboration
Highlights 710 clients have exited with jobs Grown from 3 to 25 sites over 10 years Recent expansion to 54 employment specialists across state Steady employment outcomes Working relationships with VR/EASA
IPS Supported Employment Eight Principles Every person who wants to work is eligible Supported employment is integrated with treatment Competitive Employment is the goal Consumer preferences are important
IPS Supported Employment Eight Principles Rapid job search Systematic Job Development Follow along supports are continuous Personalized benefits planning
Exercise for group Which of the eight principles resounds with you the most? Is there a principle that you question?
Collaboration with Community Partners Vocational Rehabilitation Benefits Planners (SSA, etc.) Business owners Family members Residential facilities Other community partners
Job Development A. Meeting employers B. Learning about the community C. Providing education D. Helping secure jobs for participants E. All of the above
Survey of Graduated Clients 42 participated in follow up survey Results….
Challenges & Solutions Integrating SE into Mental Health Surviving Budget Issues How to Balance Client Preference with Community Partner Preference
Contact information MCCFLOSECE Al Barton CSS ManagerCrystal McMahon ext cell Cheryl Rhodes SE SpecialistKori Kuanna ext Kim Chopp SE Specialist ext 4260