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Workforce Stability: Motivation Factors Impacting Satisfaction in the IDD Field

Published:2022-12-01 Issue:4 Volume:10 Page:285-296
ISSN:2326-6988
Container-title:Inclusion
language:en
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Author:

Velardo Elisa F.¹,Cymbala Patricia¹,Rodriguez Anthony M.²,Thoma Colleen A.³,Palmer Susan B.⁴

Affiliation:

1. Elisa F. Velardo and Patricia Cymbala, Connecticut Department of Developmental Services

2. Anthony M. Rodriguez, Providence College

3. Colleen A. Thoma, Virginia Commonwealth University

4. Susan B. Palmer, University of Kansas

Abstract

Abstract For decades, individuals who are direct support professionals working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) have been under strain. The current study looked at the prevalent themes that impact workforce stability among providers, advocates, policymakers, and researchers in the field of IDD. The researchers applied Herzberg's two-factor theory of motivation and hygiene factors to data gathered through focus group interviews on workforce challenges and opportunities. Findings revealed that motivational factors relating to employee satisfaction, including organizational culture, retention, and credentialing, were identified as critical to workforce stability.

Publisher

American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD)

Subject

General Medicine

Link

https://meridian.allenpress.com/inclusion/article-pdf/10/4/285/3154470/i2326-6988-10-4-285.pdf

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