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Submit Your Program That Positively Impacts DSPs

Submit Your Program That Positively Impacts DSPs

June 7, 2023

Share best practices that address issues like DSP turnover, recruitment, wages, professional development, and more.

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2022 Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Campaign

2022 Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Campaign

Learn about organizational programs highlighted during 2022 DSP Recognition Week that address some of the most pressing issues impacting DSPs.

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Building Staff Morale At Community Living New Zealand

Building Staff Morale At Community Living New Zealand

September 16, 2022

Read about how Community Living New Zealand is recognising employees through their Annual Staff Awards.

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Children’s Aid and Family Services: Recognizing DSPs Throughout The Year

Children’s Aid and Family Services: Recognizing DSPs Throughout The Year

September 15, 2022

Discover how The Appreciation Corner helps Children's Aid and Family Services demonstrate their appreciation of DSPs.

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‘Buddies’ Help Improve DSP Retention At Mountain Lake Services

‘Buddies’ Help Improve DSP Retention At Mountain Lake Services

September 14, 2022

The Buddy Program, created by Mountain Lake Services, pairs new DSPs with veteran DSPs for support and guidance.

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The Arc of Carroll County Lifts Up DSPs Through Project RISE

The Arc of Carroll County Lifts Up DSPs Through Project RISE

September 13, 2022

Learn about the certification program that provides professional development and career growth for DSPs.

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Improving Recruitment, Retention And Culture In Licking County, Ohio

Improving Recruitment, Retention And Culture In Licking County, Ohio

September 12, 2022

The Licking County Board of Developmental Disabilities’ program helps recruit and retain DSPs.

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Share Your DSP Program That Makes A Long-Lasting Impact

Share Your DSP Program That Makes A Long-Lasting Impact

June 16, 2022

Tell us about your agency-wide initiative that confronts direct support professional workforce issues.

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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Workforce Research

Direct Support Professional (DSP) Workforce Research

This research examines how to promote the consistency and quality of DSPs

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A Program To ‘Empower’ The Quality Of Life For DSPs

A Program To ‘Empower’ The Quality Of Life For DSPs

September 18, 2021

The organization Empower shares how an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has helped direct support professionals.

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Recognizing DSPs Through The Kudos Program

Recognizing DSPs Through The Kudos Program

September 17, 2021

Learn how Imagine The Possibilities, Inc. is creating a positive organizational culture by acknowledging its employees.

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Children’s Aid and Family Services’ Training Program Supports DSP Development

Children’s Aid and Family Services’ Training Program Supports DSP Development

September 16, 2021

The Cope Institute strengthens the knowledge and skills of DSPs and other staff members.

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Boosting DSP Morale Through The Employee Retention Committee (ERC)

Boosting DSP Morale Through The Employee Retention Committee (ERC)

September 15, 2021

The Arc Southern Maryland launches a program aimed at improving retention by showing appreciation for DSPs.

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Success In Recruiting DSPs: The ‘Human Services Internship’ Program

Success In Recruiting DSPs: The ‘Human Services Internship’ Program

September 14, 2021

Find out how The Arc Lexington’s program empowers high school students to become effective DSPs.

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Implementing A DSP Career Path At Wildwood Programs

Implementing A DSP Career Path At Wildwood Programs

September 14, 2021

Discover how Wildwood Programs' DSP Career Path is improving skills and knowledge, while providing financial incentives.

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How Core Services Cut Their DSP Turnover Rate In Half

How Core Services Cut Their DSP Turnover Rate In Half

September 13, 2021

Read about the significant changes at Core Services that improved DSP retention, wages, benefits, and more.

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SEEC’s Program Aims to Improve DSP Training In Maryland

SEEC’s Program Aims to Improve DSP Training In Maryland

September 12, 2021

Find out how SEEC’s DSP-II Training Program is building skills among DSPs and improving retention rates at the agency.

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Connecting DSPs Through The ‘Mandatory Fun Series’ Program

Connecting DSPs Through The ‘Mandatory Fun Series’ Program

September 12, 2021

IAHD’s ‘Mandatory Fun Series’ program helps build community among direct support professionals through a creative outlet.

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