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A Pilot Trial of the Individualized Placement and Support Model in Autistic Adults in the Community

Status: Recruiting

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Intervention Type: Behavioral

Study Type: Interventional

Study Phase: Not Applicable

SUMMARY

This study aims to enhance employment outcomes for young adults with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) through the implementation of an evidence-based supported employment model known as Individual Placement and Support for Autism (IPS-AUT). The study will evaluate the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of IPS-AUT in promoting Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE). The trial will involve partnerships with supported employment agencies, training providers in IPS-AUT, and assessing employment outcomes and implementation factors. The ultimate goal is to create a scalable, evidence-based employment support model for individuals with autism.

Eligibility

Participation Requirements

Sex: All

Minimum Age: 18

Maximum Age: 40

Healthy Volunteers: f

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• Community diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, demonstrated by a letter from a healthcare provider, psychologist, other mental health professional, Regional Center representative, or school psychologist.

• Aged 18-40 years.

• Minimum 4th-grade reading level (approximately mild ID).

• Not currently employed but seeking employment.

Locations

United States

California

University of California, Davis MIND Institute

RECRUITING

Sacramento

University of California, Davis MIND Institute

RECRUITING

Sacramento

Contact Information

Primary

Jo A. Yon Hernandez, PhD

jyonh@ucdavis.edu

9162674459

Time Frame

Start Date: 2025-08-01

Estimated Completion Date: 2027-12-31

Participants

Target number of participants: 60

Treatments

Experimental: Treatment Group - Agencies Receiving IPS

Participating agencies will be randomized, with 2/3 of agencies receiving IPS first. The estimated total number of agencies = 6 (each referring 10 consumers), meaning that 4 agencies (40 clients) would be assigned to receive IPS training first. These agencies will be expected to deliver IPS services for a duration of 12 months.

Active_comparator: Control Group - Agencies Receiving Supportive Employment Intervention

One third of the agencies (approximately 2 agencies and 20 consumers) will be assigned to the wait-list control group will continue to provide their usual services during the first 12 months. In addition, clients of these agencies will be offered a Supportive Employment Intervention, which includes weekly sessions offering support with some help on employment-related skills such as resume building, job interviewing, and workplace communication strategies.

Related Therapeutic Areas

Autism Spectrum Disorder

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