Paid work and intellectual disability

Abstract

In one central New Zealand region that includes 3.3% of the total population, selected agencies were asked to identify adults with intellectual disabilities who had paid community-based work. Agencies forwarded invitations to adults whom they considered were successfully employed. Seventeen workers responded and were interviewed on how they obtained and learned their job and initial and ongoing support. Workers were asked to identify any person whom they considered important for their work, and if permission was gained from both parties, then important other persons were also interviewed. Aggregate data and constant discussion of qualitative data identified themes of concern and inspiration. Themes such as independence at work, the continued need for links with formal support, choices in lifestyle opportunities and lack of career path options are discussed in this paper. Strategies leading to better opportunities and greater employment rates for adults with intellectual disabilities are offered.

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