Measure is based on analysis of the Vermont Department of Mental Health (DMH) and Department of Labor (DOL) databases.

DMH client data are submitted by community programs in conformance with contractual requirements.

DOL data are submitted by employers in conformance with state and federal laws.

Workers who are excluded from DOL reporting are the self-employed, firm owners not incorporated and the following employee groups: elected officials, employees of nonprofit religious, charitable and educational organizations, unpaid family members, farm workers (with some exceptions), railroad employees, and employment in neighboring states.

Analysis includes Community Rehabilitation and Treatment (CRT) clients aged 18-64 who were active during each reporting quarter and includes all employment reported for each quarter. Quarterly employment rates are lower than annual employment rates because not all clients who are employed during a year are employed during every quarter of the year.