Quality of work life of personnel at the Center for Empowerment and Disability Employment

Abstract

The objectives of this research were: 1) to study the level of quality of work life among personnel at the Centers for Empowerment and Career Development for Persons with Disabilities, and 2) to compare the quality of work life among personnel at these centers based on personal factors. This quantitative research employed a sample group consisting of 144 personnel from all 8 centers nationwide. The research instrument was a questionnaire with a reliability coefficient (Cronbach’s Alpha) of 0.971. Data were analyzed using percentage, mean, standard deviation, t-test, and one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA). The research results found that

1) The overall quality of work life among personnel at the Centers for Empowerment and Career Development for Persons with Disabilities was at a good level. When considered by aspect, all dimensions were rated at a good level. Ranked from highest to lowest mean scores, these were: work-life balance, social usefulness of the job, organizational democracy, workplace relationships, career advancement and job security, fair and adequate compensation, working environment, and personal competency development.

2) The comparison of quality of work life based on personal factors showed no statistically significant differences in overall quality of work life among the personnel.