MPRC seeks to extend scientific understanding of the links between conditions of employment and mental and physical health, while at the same time, expanding the policy and practice options available to both the public and private sector. JOBS has been shown in large scale randomized experiments to produce higher rates of reemployment, better paying jobs, and lower rates of mental health problems. The main aim of this training was to raise job-search self efficacy of participants through media such as videos, role play, and modelling. Self efficacy levels were found to be associated positively with looking for work, and with re-employment. Also, those with low levels of self efficacy to begin with were more likely to make gains on efficacy scores.
Primary prevention works.
A Manual for Teaching People Successful Job Search Strategies. Helping people to help themselves. Updated on the 4 February, 2000.