Helping people with HIV/AIDS find jobs
Promoting Employment in Persons Living With HIV/AIDS
This study is testing whether extra support and incentives can help people with HIV/AIDS find jobs faster and improve their overall well-being compared to standard job services.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 144 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UConn Health Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Middletown, Connecticut) |
| Trial ID | NCT03959826 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to improve employment outcomes for unemployed individuals living with HIV/AIDS by reinforcing job-acquisition activities. A total of 144 participants will be randomly assigned to receive either standard unemployment services or enhanced services that include incentives for completing job-related tasks. The interventions will last for 16 weeks, with follow-up evaluations conducted over 18 months to assess various outcomes, including employment rates, quality of life, and psychological well-being. The hypothesis is that those receiving reinforcement will achieve employment more quickly and frequently than those who do not.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are HIV-positive individuals aged 18 and older who are currently unemployed and seeking to enter the workforce.
Not a fit: Patients who are not HIV-positive or those who have conditions that may hinder their participation in the study will not benefit from this intervention.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly enhance job acquisition and overall quality of life for individuals living with HIV/AIDS.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that incentive-based approaches can effectively improve engagement and outcomes in various health-related behaviors, suggesting potential success for this intervention.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * HIV positive * aged 18+ years * not working in the formal economy Exclusion Criteria: * have a condition that may hinder study participation
Where this trial is running
Middletown, Connecticut
- United Labor Agency — Middletown, Connecticut, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Carla Rash, Ph.D. — UConn Health
- Study coordinator: Ruth Fetter
- Email: fetter@uchc.edu
- Phone: 860-679-4556
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.