Revista médica de Chile
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Revista médica de Chile · May 2024
Review[Workplace Inclusion for Individuals with Psychiatric Disabilities under Law 21.015: A Narrative Review to Understand Its Implications for Healthcare Teams].
Individuals with psychiatric disabilities face significant challenges in achieving workforce inclusion, presenting a critical public health issue. The enactment of Law 21.015 on this matter offers an opportunity for improvement. ⋯ Key elements discussed include the necessity of early support for employment, the effectiveness of supported employment strategies, and the importance of coordinating mental health and employment services. General recommendations for the employability of individuals with psychiatric disabilities are provided. Healthcare teams should be familiar with the legal aspects of employability, as well as the available intersectoral networks, and be prepared to guide individuals with psychiatric disabilities who express a desire to work. They should support these individuals in job placement and maintain open communication channels among the components of the intersectoral network.