"WORK SELF-EFFICACY INTERVENTION FOR LGBTQ+ YOUNG PEOPLE" by Emily K. Simpson and Monika I. Robinson
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Emily K. Simpson, PhD, OTR/L

Monika I. Robinson, DrOT, OTR/L

Abstract

Background: Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) young people who are unhoused experience barriers transitioning into adult roles and responsibilities which negatively impacts workforce participation.

Methods: The purpose of this pilot study was to examine the impact of a work self-efficacy intervention on self-efficacy and goal attainment in LGBTQ+ young people at a transitional living facility (TLF). Nine residents and three staff participated in this convergent mixed methods design investigating a work intervention.

Results: The total median score on the General Self-Efficacy Scale (p = 0.042) and the Work Self-Efficacy Scale (p = 0.043) significantly increased and all of the participants achieved clinically meaningful change (≥ 0) on at least one goal per the Goal Attainment Scale. Focus groups confirmed findings and illuminated intervention strengths and weaknesses.

Conclusion: This pilot study provides preliminary evidence that supports work self-efficacy interventions for this population and indicates that occupational therapy is positioned to do so within the context of systems, communities, and individuals.

Comments

The authors declare that they have no competing financial, professional, or personal interest that might have influenced the performance or presentation of the work described in this manuscript.

Erratum

Correction to second author's credentials.

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