Factors Associated With the Use of Computers in Vocational Rehabilitation Facilities
A national survey assessed the acquisition and use of computers by private, non-profit vocational rehabilitation facilities. Overall, the level of computerization for activities performed by administrators, service providers, and consumers was not especially high. For nearly every activity, however, results indicated that computers were being taken advantage of, when available. Findings showed that when there were more links with the business community, there were more computerized activities for clients. The larger and more complex the facility, the greater was the extent of computerization for administrative functions, but not so for service providers' or consumers' use. The relative lack of computer assistance in delivering client services emphasizes the need to provide rehabilitation practitioners with increased exposure to relevant computer applications that can facilitate the rehabilitation process.