EXAMINING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN JOB SATISFACTION, PERCEIVED ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT, AND HAPPINESS AMONG PHYSICALLY DISABLED EMPLOYEES

Abstract

Employment is an important determinant of psychological well-being and social inclusion for individuals with physical disabilities. The present study examined the relationships among job satisfaction, perceived organizational support, and happiness among physically disabled employees. A quantitative, cross-sectional correlational research design was adopted, and data were collected from 35 physically disabled employees using the Job Satisfaction Survey (JSS), Perceived Organizational Support Scale (POS), and Oxford Happiness Questionnaire (OHQ). Pearson correlation and simple linear regression analyses were performed using IBM SPSS Statistics. The findings revealed that job satisfaction was not significantly related to happiness, and perceived organizational support did not significantly predict happiness, although a positive association was observed. However, a strong and statistically significant positive relationship was found between job satisfaction and perceived organizational support. The results highlight the importance of supportive organizational environments in enhancing job satisfaction among physically disabled employees while suggesting that happiness is influenced by additional personal and contextual factors. The study underscores the need for inclusive workplace policies, accessible work environments, and supportive organizational practices to improve the overall well-being of employees with disabilities.