Agency-sponsored entrepreneurial businesses that employ individuals with psychiatric disabilities: Findings from a national survey

Abstract

Based on a mailed survey from 142 ASEB business managers, ASEBs are a viable employment support, vocational rehabilitation model that can be used by and for people with psychiatric disabilities in their recovery experience. ASEBs are a flexible rehabilitation model which assist individuals with developing a worker identity, specific skills and experience, a job reference, experience with job accommodations and opportunities with business development. ASEBs must be cautious in assuring career development, addressing the dual mission, and avoiding a sheltered employment model.