The Caregiver's Toolkit for Supporting Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) serve as the backbone of support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

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Course curriculum

1. Foreword
1. Get's Started with Module 1: Purpose of the Training Guide
1. Definition, Causes and Types
2. Characteristics of Persons Served
3. Human Growth and Development
4. Individualized Support Needs
1. Overview of DSP Roles
2. Ethical Considerations
3. Professional Boundaries
1. Effective Communication Techniques
2. Non-Verbal Communication
3. Communication with Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)
1. Principles of Person-Centered Care
2. Developing Individual Support Plans (ISPs)
3. Goal Setting and Progress Monitoring
1. Identifying Potential Crises
2. De-escalation Techniques
3. Reporting and Documentation
1. Understanding Behavior as Communication
2. Positive Behavioral Interventions
3. Behavior Support Plans
1. Basic Health and Safety Guidelines
2. Medication Administration
3. Emergency Preparedness
4. Choking
5. OPWDD Incident Reporting and Classification
1. Understanding Diversity in IDD Populations
2. Culturally Responsive Practices
3. Advocacy for Individual Rights
4. Mental Health Basics for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs)
1. Persons Rights
2. Sensitivity to Persons Served
3. Environmental and Home Support
4. Building Community Connections
5. Promoting Quality of Life
1. Continuous Learning and Skill Development
2. Self-Care for the Caregiver
3. Accessing Resources and Support
4. Performance Evaluation and Feedback
1. Overview of Developmental Disabilities Compliance Standards
2. Monitoring and Evaluation of Services
3. Reporting Incidents and Concerns
1. Conclusion
1. Glossary of Terms
2. Reference Materials and Resources
3. Contact Information for Support Services
1. Contributors to the Training Guide
2. Organizations Supporting IDD Training

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The Caregiver's Toolkit for Supporting Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Course curriculum

Welcome to the Training

Module 1: Purpose of the Training Guide

Module 2: Understanding Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

Module 3: Roles and Responsibilities of Direct Support Professionals

Module 4: Communication Skills

Module 5: Person-Centered Planning

Module 6: Crisis Intervention and Management

Module 7: Behavioral Support Strategies

Module 8: Health and Safety Protocols

Module 9: Cultural Competence and Diversity

Module 10: Holistic Support Services for Enhanced Quality of Life

Module 11: Training and Professional Development

Module 12: Quality Assurance and Compliance

Module 13: Conclusion

Module 14: Appendices

Module 15: Acknowledgments

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