The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic on Jobs for People with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism in Wales

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  • Author(s): Elisa Vigna; Andrea Meek; Stephen Beyer
  • Language:
    English
  • Source:
    Journal of Applied Research in Intellectual Disabilities. 2024 37(2).
  • Publication Date:
    2024
  • Document Type:
    Journal Articles
    Reports - Research
  • Additional Information
    • Availability:
      Wiley. Available from: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tel: 800-835-6770; e-mail: [email protected]; Web site: https://www.wiley.com/en-us
    • Peer Reviewed:
      Y
    • Source:
      8
    • Subject Terms:
      Foreign Countries; Youth; Autism Spectrum Disorders; Intellectual Disability; Employment; COVID-19; Pandemics; Emergency Programs; Coaching (Performance); Job Applicants; Experience; Supported Employment
    • Subject Terms:
      United Kingdom (Wales)
    • Accession Number:
      10.1111/jar.13194
    • ISSN:
      1360-2322
      1468-3148
    • Abstract:
      Background: The study reports the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdowns on jobs for people with intellectual disabilities and autism. The study focuses on the impact of the first and the fire-break lockdowns and the actions taken to support young people. Method: Data was collected from the cohort of young people currently working in Wales, and that received job coach support from the Engage to Change Project, on furlough arrangements, job retainment and job losses. Innovative initiatives to support young people are described. Results: Review of the working situation during the pandemic was conducted for 184 jobs, evaluating the proportion of young people being furloughed or working remotely and compared with the general population in Wales. Conclusions: Supported employment agencies adapted their practice during the COVID-19 pandemic, offering new and innovative ways to support young people and facilitate their return to work.
    • Abstract:
      As Provided
    • Publication Date:
      2024
    • Accession Number:
      EJ1412968