Orientation Manual for Direct Support Professionals (DSP): Supporting People in their Homes and Communities Virginia Office of Developmental Services Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services July 2012. DSP Required On-the-Job Training (R-06-01-13) Using the DSP Training Program Approved On-the-Job Training (OJTs) and Competency-Based Training Assessments (CBTAs) or Agency-Developed OJT Activities The Department encourages modification of the OJTs and CBTAs to fit the needs of the agency and the people it supports.

• 45 of the required minimum OJT hours must have distribution of the hours in each of the six competency areas. See for more information. • DSPs must demonstrate all 81 interventional competencies.

• If OJT/CBTA activities are eliminated or modified, make sure each required competency the OJT/CBTA covered is still included in the training. If an agency develops its own OJT training activities or modifies an approved OJT/CBTA, the modifications and a completed must be submitted for review and approved by the Department to ensure the changes meet content requirements.

DSP Interventional Competencies Demonstrated through OJT Activities The OJT activities must cover all interventional competencies listed below and must include a minimum of 80 hours of approved training. Forty-five (45) hours must be allocated to OJTs in each Module. The DSP must demonstrate 100% accuracy in the successful completion of each competency documented by observation: Module 1: Introduction to Developmental Disabilities (5 Hours) • creates opportunities for the individual to speak on his/her own behalf in a variety of situations. • gathers and documents information in an accurate, objective and unobtrusive manner. • provides information to complete assessment relevant to the individual's goals, interests, preferences and that are consistent with relevant professional practices. • names and defines life skill areas and demonstrates observable skills and tasks. The resident. • defines developmental disabilities and lists associated characteristics.

• documents and communicates identified strengths, abilities, desires, concerns and needs of the individual. • follows established directions and procedures. Fluid flow and heat transfer in wellbores pdf converter. Module 2: Human Rights (5 Hours) • contributes to the normalized living environment. • utilizes person-centered language and concepts. • communicates effectively in verbal and written form. • demonstrates cultural competency in the planning process.

• utilizes age-appropriate strategies. • intervenes or identifies advocacy issues.

• obtains information from the individual. • demonstrates an ability to build rapport. • offers opportunities for choice.

• recognizes human rights violations. • identifies available community resources. • educates individuals in choice making and their potential outcomes. • follows established directions and procedures. • assists in individual self-advocacy efforts.

• protects rights and confidentiality. • respects personal property. Module 3: Abuse and Neglect; Prevention, Recognition and Intervention (5 Hours) • participates in producing a healthy, engaging environment. • recognizes the forms of abuse and neglect. • follows rules and procedures related to preventing, identifying and reporting abuse and neglect.

• develops strategies for preventing abuse and neglect. • contributes to creating a supportive environment. Module 4: Human Interaction and Communication (5 Hours) • is respectful. • actively engages in a non-directive manner with individuals. • recognizes speech deficiencies.

• demonstrates various communication modes and styles. • demonstrates effective use of assistive technology. • demonstrates active listening skills.