Self-efficacy and Perceived Organizational Support by Workers in a Youth Development Setting

Authors

  • Sara Rockow School of Health, Physical Education and Leisure Services, University of Northern Iowa
  • Christopher L. Kowalski School of Health, Physical Education and Leisure Services, University of Northern Iowa
  • Kong Chen School of Health, Physical Education and Leisure Services, University of Northern Iowa
  • Anthony Smothers Office of Academic Advising, University of Northern Iowa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5195/jyd.2016.432

Abstract

The efficacy levels of workers in the youth development field can significantly impact the work done with youth.  These levels may be impacted by workers’ perceptions of administrative occupational support at their organization.  To date, limited research exists that examines youth work efficacy levels, and no research studies exist analyzing the relationship between youth workers’ efficacy levels and perceived organizational support.  The current study examined the relationship between self-efficacy and the perceived organizational support felt by workers in a youth development setting.  A total of 198 surveys were completed; results indicated that youth work efficacy was significantly related to perceived organizational support.  This study is important to enhancing the body of knowledge regarding self-efficacy levels of workers in a youth development setting, as well as understanding motivation and self-confidence of youth development professionals.

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Published

2016-12-15

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