Social Validity Assessment of Job Satisfaction, Resources, and Support Among Educational Service Practitioners for Students with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Abstract We conducted social validity assessment with educational service practitioners (N = 46) to document their satisfaction and acceptance of resources, supports, roles, and responsibilities at a specialized school for children and youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The findings revealed several positive ratings as well as other endorsements of programmatic needs. These assessment results informed recommendations for performance improvement and positive staff perceptions. The study illustrates application of social validity assessment to systems issues affecting practitioner training, attitudes, and professional development within human services and behavioral healthcare organizations.
Source: Journal of Developmental and Physical Disabilities - Category: Disability Source Type: research