E&F Publications Catalog

Classic Resources


Job Analysis and the ADA: A Step by Step Guide

This resource contains materials, content and format that address the worker trait variables in the DOT and the critical points of the ADA law. Several detailed worksheets are included within the text along with an easy and straightforward guide to completing the entire job analysis process. (Blackwell, Conrad & Weed, 1992, 160 pp.)

B176     $25.00                 ISBN 0-945019-37-8

The Transitional Classification of Jobs

The Transitional Classification of Jobs (6th Edition) contains the primary database of the Dictionary of Occupational Titles with crosswalks to the O*NET database, including the 1998 revision of the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC).  In order to reflect the future direction of these occupational databases, the Transitional COJ has dropped some earlier crosswalks, and has placed a great deal more emphasis on the Online O*NET and related links.

The primary objective of theTransitional COJ is to provide a bridge between the 4th Edition of the Dictionary of Occupational Titles and the emerging O*NET database.  While transferable skills analyses have historically been completed with the DOT and the worker trait structure, this method suffers from a growing obsolescence and lack of support and development by the US Department of Labor.  Rather, DOL has developed and will continue to develop and support the new online,"dynamic" database referred to as the O*NET.

The main body of this resource presents the databases for both the DOT and the O*NET.  Crosswalks are provided between the two databases along with bridges to the SOC, the work fields, and various on-line links to new occupational wage and survey data.  The introduction also addresses the general issue of transferability and employability.  The traditional DOT method for TSAs is outlined in the seven-step format previously included in earlier versions of the COJ.  A second method outlines an approach using both the DOT and a greater emphasis on the O*NET data resources.  Both methods are illustrated in the appendix of the book. Other appendices include two SSA rulings, general information on the worker traits and occupational codes, a detailed overview of the O*NET, and a rather comprehensive list of references related to transferability, the two databases, and the work of the vocational expert within the context of the transferability/employability issue. (Field, J. & Field, T., 2004, 476 pp.)

B01     $79.95                 ISBN 0-945019-89-0


An Introduction to the Vocational Rehabilitation Process

This text is considered a true classic.  Authored by Jim McGowan and Tom Porter, the title was the first definitive resource of what was emerging (in the late 50s and early 60s) as the field of state-federal vocational rehabilitation.  The text is not only a classic read, but has significance relevance today to what is essentially the same process as the 1950s some things never change, and those items that did change over time might reflect evolving terminology rather than substantive differences.  The section titles are too numerous to list, but be assured that this was and may still be the most comprehensive statement of the history and evolution of the rehabilitation profession. (McGowan & Porter, 1967, Rev., 216 pp.)

B16     $24.95                 Rehabilitation Series No. 68-32


The Vocational Expert: Revised and Updated

This publication is a compilation of the best material from four previously published texts: Field & Sink (1982), The Vocational Expert; Blackwell (1990), The Vocational Expert Primer; Blackwell, Field & Field (1992), The Vocational Expert Under Social Security; and Field & Huberty (1995), The Rehabilitation Consultant as a Social Security Claimants Representative.  Material that was considered out-of-date was deleted, while new and relevant material added.  An excellent resource for the beginning vocational expert, especially for guidance and information in the social security area. (Blackwell, Field, Johnson, Kelsay & Neulicht, 2005, 236 pp.)

 

 

 

B110     $29.95                 ISBN 0-945019-97-1


The Rehabilitation Consultant's Handbook

The Rehabilitation Consultants Handbook is completely updated with fresh ideas, illustrations and references.  A must resource for the present rehabilitation professional, the Handbook covers important topics such as: case preparation, expert work, transferability, labor market access, life care planning, lost earning capacity, and much more.  The appendices are loaded with vital references and data that will serve the professional as a primary source of information in future case development.  This resource has been revised and updated over the last 18 years and has become a standard reference for private sector rehabilitation. (Weed & Field, Revised, 2001, 536 pp.)

 

 

B06     $49.95 (soft cover)                 ISBN 0-945019-74-2


Medical, Psychosocial and Vocational Aspects of Disability

The totally new version of the popular medical text contains 34 chapters of current information on all aspects of medical and psychosocial disability.  Each chapter is written by a different physician (occasionally an educator) and includes a section on the vocational aspects of each disabling condition.  This text is widely used by both colleges and universities (Rehabilitation Counselor Training Programs), and individual rehabilitation professionals working in the field.  This text is a must resource for a comprehensive overview of medical and psychosocial conditions of people who are disabled. (Brodwin, Tellez & Brodwin, 2002, Revised Edition, 440 pp.)

B171     $79.95 (soft cover)                 ISBN 0-945019-81-5
B172     $89.95 (hard cover)                 ISBN 0-945019-81-3


Vocational Assessment: Evaluating Employment Potential

Vocational Assessment: Evaluating Employment Potential is a completely revised fourth version of the earlier popular text first published in 1982, 1994 and 2001.  Topics include a review of vocational assessment systems and approaches, the VDARE process, occupational and job survey information, and expanded sections on brain injury assessment and the ADA. (Havranek, Field & Grimes, 4th Ed., 2005, 200 pp.)

 

 

B28     $34.95                 ISBN 0-945019-95-5


The Quick Desk Reference for the Forensic Rehabilitation Consultant

The resource is a comprehensive listing of hundreds of words, phrases, constructs, and areas of information.  Exact definitions are provided from a wide variety of sources, and sometimes from more than one source.  A must publication for the practicing VE who needs to rely upon published definitions and descriptions of words and phrases used in the profession today. Identifying standard and widely used concepts, each is referenced by author and source for easy reference.  The resource is designed and sized for easy access and carrying in the briefcase for when quick references are needed.  Sources of information are drawn from a variety of authors, journals, book, government websites, including specific references to laws, regulations, and standard references. (Multiple authors and contributors, 2005, 181 pp.).

B100     $19.95                 ISBN 0-945019-91-2


The Revised Handbook for Analyzing Jobs

Beginning with an in-depth description of Job Analysis, its uses and principles, the Revised Handbook for Analyzing Jobs is filled with 165 pages of useful information for the rehabilitation professional.  This fourth revision also includes chapters on worker function, work fields, MPSMS, GED, SVP, Aptitudes, Temperaments, GOE, Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions.  The reader is familiarized with such topics as writing job summaries, task descriptions, and Job Analysis Reports.  Other helpful resources include organization and workflow charts along with a step-by-step guide to the Narrative Report.  May be used with the ADA Job Analysis Worksheet.  Corresponds with the 1991 DOT and the revised list of 72 worker traits. (1991,165 pp.)

B128     $18.95                 ISBN 0-160358-77-9


Approaches to Estimating Lost Earnings: Strategies for the Rehabilitation Consultant

This publication contents papers which were presented at a national seminar on the general topic of estimating lost earnings. Presentations included: factors in estimating LEC (Slesnick), functional capacity assessment (Field), RAPEL (Weed), earnings capacity vs. expected earnings (Horner), and duration, base, inflation and discounting in LEC (Dillman).  Choppa, Grimes and Jayne were group leaders in a modified group process whereby information was solicited from all who attended the seminar.  Results of the group process are included, in addition to a list of the professionals who chose to be identified as a contributor to the group results. (Dillman, Field, Horner, Slesnick & Weed, 2002, 122 pp.)

B121     $10.00                


Science vs Non-Science and Related Issues of Admissibility of Testimony by Rehabilitation Consultants

Drs. Field and Stein debated issues related to the admissibility of science vs. non-science testimony at a national conference.  The papers included in this publication are: the admissibility of soft science testimony (Field), the importance of scientific testimony (Stein), a summary of cases admitted/not admitted under Daubert/ Kumho (Babington), the concept of peer review (Caragonne), a reaction to Caragonne (Growick & Johnston, journal editors), and Daubert and the legal nurse consultant (Oldknow). (Field & Stein, 2002, 130 pp.)

B123     $15.00                 ISBN 0-945019-84-x


Forensic Casebook: Illustrations of How to Report Findings

A resource containing contributions of several different vocational and economic experts on actual cases that have been litigated in forensic settings. Read how the experts prepare a case for deliberation in a variety of settings.  This is an excellent resource for both the experienced expert and especially for the beginning forensic expert. (Field, ed., 1998, 312 pp.)

B193     $5.00                 ISBN 0-945019-65-3


Advanced Issues in Forensic Rehabilitation

This two-volume set is intended to serve as both an instruction tool and a reference source.  Chapters cover forensic service, the assessment process, labor market information, tools used in forensic rehabilitation, Social Security and Supplemental Security, civil suits, workers' compensation issues, ADA and the role of the VE, Life care plans, loss of earnings capacity, assistive technology, factitious disorder, Federal court rules & laws, ethical issues and marketing forensic services. Potential audiences include rehabilitation professionals; attorneys; judges and lawmakers; insurance and defense agencies; economists; certified earnings analysts; VEs and students. (Havranek, 2007, 2-vol set, 654 pp.)

B32     $99.95                 ISBN 978-1-4243-0718-0