Certified Rehabilitation Counselor Practice

According to Salomone, which of the following are negative consequences of selective placement?

1. Reduced financial aid

2. Increased client dependence

3. Fewer job offers

4. Lower educational attainment

The correct answer is: Increased client dependence

The correct choice highlights increased client dependence as a negative consequence of selective placement. Selective placement refers to the practice of matching individuals to jobs based on specific criteria, often considering their abilities, skills, and needs. While this can lead to positive outcomes in some contexts, it may also unintentionally foster dependence on the rehabilitation counselor or service providers. When clients experience selective placement, they might come to rely heavily on the counselor for job opportunities and other support services, rather than developing the ability to independently seek employment or adapt to the workforce. This dependence can hinder the client's growth and self-sufficiency, ultimately limiting their personal and professional development. The context surrounding the other choices involves factors that are somewhat related to employment outcomes and opportunities, yet they do not directly reflect the client’s relationship with the rehabilitation process as significantly as dependence does. For instance, reduced financial aid may affect the resources available to clients, but it is not inherently a result of selective placement practices. Similarly, fewer job offers and lower educational attainment can be influenced by external factors unrelated to the nature of placement itself. Thus, the emphasis on client dependence encapsulates a critical aspect of the rehabilitation process that can arise from such selective strategies.