By October 2002, half of all welfare recipients must have left the rolls or be in work-related activities, or states become subject to financial penalties. They also work collaboratively with clients to identify suitable and satisfying work settings. Practitioners also work as technical consultants to state governments on work site accommodations and the vocational needs of persons with disabilities. Health and wellness consulting. Occupational therapy practitioners conduct corporate wellness seminars that focus on job performance issues and well being.
Seminars address physical, social, emotional, cognitive and spiritual facets of living.
Ticket to Work services. The employment networks can be public or private sectors entities. Opportunities include serving on advisory panels, working as program managers, and providing employment support services. Addressing the psychosocial needs of children and youth. The multiple shootings at Colorado's Columbine High School in April 1999 shocked the nation and underscored the need for closer attention to the psychosocial needs of children and youth.