The Effect of Secondary Jobholding on Income Mobility of Direct Care Workers
Author Information
Author(s): Kim Jiyeon PHI
Primary Institution: New York, New York, United States
Hypothesis
Do secondary jobs help direct care workers achieve better employment outcomes?
Conclusion
Holding a secondary job in a non-direct care field can help direct care workers secure better-paying primary jobs, while having two direct care jobs can hinder this.
Supporting Evidence
- Secondary jobs in non-direct care fields help direct care workers earn more.
- Holding two direct care jobs can limit income mobility.
- The benefits of secondary jobs vary by race and gender.
Takeaway
If direct care workers take a second job outside of their field, they might earn more money later, but having two jobs in the same field can make it harder for them to earn enough.
Methodology
Analyzed longitudinal data to assess the impact of secondary jobs on primary job outcomes.
Potential Biases
Potential biases related to race and gender in job outcomes.
Limitations
The study may not account for all factors affecting income mobility.
Participant Demographics
Direct care workers, with variations in race and gender affecting outcomes.
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