Discriminant function analysis of competitive employment outcomes in a transitional employment program for persons with severe mental illness

Abstract

This study of a two-site urban psychosocial rehabilitation center's transitional employment program examines the vocational histories of 602 consecutive clients to identify features that distinguish between those who do and do not achieve competitive employment. Discriminant function analysis revealed a number of significant influences including: number and type of job placements; program participation features; local economy of the program sites; and client characteristics. Implications of these findings for service development and design are discussed.