Course Code: REL-IDD-OADSP-PPEDS
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2023
Learning Objectives:
List and describe the key characteristics of an effective direct support worker.
Describe your role and purpose in supporting people with disabilities.
Describe behaviors that lead to successfully managing, organizing, and prioritizing the tasks associated with effective direct support practice.
Outline:
Section 1. Introduction A. About This Course B. Learning Objectives Section 2. A Changing Profession A. Evolution of the Field B. Partner versus Caregiver or Boss C. A “People-First” Attitude and Language D. Say What? E. NADSP: A National Professional Organization for Direct Supporters F. The 15 Competency Areas for DSPs G. Section Summary Section 3. Ethical Concerns: Integrity and Responsibility A. A Self-Directed Life in the Community B. Conflicting Values C. Seeking Advice and Guidance D. Role Modeling Valued Behaviors E. Helping Ray to Fly Solo F. Section Summary Section 4. Time Management and Organizational Techniques A. Making Time for the Important Things B. Time Management Efficiency Tips C. Put Paper in Its Place D. Section Summary Section 5. Five Essential Secrets of a Professional Support Worker A. The Secret to Excellent Direct Support Practice B. 1: Character C. 2: Attitude D. 3. Excellence E. 4. Competency F. Conduct G. Do’s and Don’ts H. Section Summary Section 6. Creating Collaborative Relationships A. Your Role: What It Is and What It Isn’t B. Mentoring and Supporting the Leader C. Taking the Lead D. Helping the Supported Person Initiate Community Connections E. Accessing Community Resources and Building Natural Support Systems F. Helping Katrina Connect G. Section Summary Section 7. Conclusion A. Summary B. Course Contributor C. References D. References E. Congratulations! F. Exam
Instructor: Deb Easley, M.S.
Deb Easley, M.S. is the Training Coordinator for Living Arrangements for the Developmentally Disabled, Inc. (LADD, Inc.) in Cincinnati, Ohio where she has worked for the past 18 years. Deb is one of the founding members of DSPATHS Credentialing Program and Ohio Alliance of Direct Support Professionals (OADSP). Her experience with DSPATHS includes being a Regional Manager, Instructor, Skill Mentor, Regional Coordinator, Regional Financial Administrator, Statewide Operations Administrator, and Curriculum Writer. Deb holds a Master of Science degree in Health Planning and Management and a Bachelor of Science degree in Education. Deb has personal and professional experience with the social and health issues encountered by people with disabilities and their families.
Disclosure: Deb Easley, M.S. has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
Expert Reviewer: Joseph Murphy, Ph.D.
Dr. Joseph Murphy, Ph.D. is a Clinical and Research Psychologist who has extensive clinical and administrative expertise working in the field of Behavioral healthcare at the county and state levels in California, Maryland, Pennsylvania and North Carolina.
He has served as a Federal contractor in Behavioral Health. His work supported research at the National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, the Military Operational Medicine Psychological Research Program at Ft. Detrick, and the Defense Centers of Excellence for Psychological Health and Traumatic Brain Injury, Silver Spring, MD.
For nine years he was the Director of State Operated Mental Health programs for At-Risk youth in Butner, North Carolina. He developed a number of webinars and a Peer Training course in Older Adult Behavioral Health Literacy for the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare, and National Libraries of Medicine. He served as Director of a Wellness and Recovery program in Gaithersburg, MD.
Disclosure: Joseph Murphy, Ph.D. has no Relevant Financial or Non-Financial Relationship with ineligible companies to disclose.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Entry, Intermediate level Direct Support Professionals.
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All courses offered by Relias Learning, LLC are developed from a foundation of diversity, inclusiveness, and a multicultural perspective. Knowledge, values and awareness related to cultural competency are infused throughout the course content.
To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.