by Optimize | Aug 21, 2020 | Caregivers, Direct Support Professionals, Staffing
It is sometimes challenging to work as a direct support professional (DSP). There are many demands placed on direct care staff which can create stress. Due to this fact, DSPs need strategies for dealing with the expectations placed on them. Compassion Fatigue: DSPs... 
by Optimize | Jun 30, 2020 | Direct Support Professionals, I-DD Agencies
Direct care workers and direct support professionals (DSP) have a challenging job. Many agencies know this fact and often struggle to find and keep good workers. Yet, what traits actually make for a good direct care worker or DSP. There are no exact behavior traits,... 
by Optimize | Nov 30, 2019 | Caregivers, Direct Support Professionals, Policy Trends
In Ohio, agencies that employee direct care staff, direct support professionals or personal care workers; all struggle with a similar problem – it is difficult to find and keep workers. Due to the demanding nature of the work and low pay, it often seems like there is... 
by Optimize | Sep 24, 2019 | Direct Support Professionals, I-DD Agencies, Medicaid Waiver, Staffing
For agencies that provide support for individuals with developmental disabilities, finding direct care staff is often a challenge. The competition in the job market for reliable workers is tight, especially in the healthcare industry. Here is some general advice for... 
by Optimize | Feb 12, 2019 | Caregivers, Developmental Disabilities, Direct Support Professionals, EVV, I-DD Agencies, Medicaid Waiver, Policy Trends
Here at eWebSchedule are actively following the electronic visit verification (EVV) updates from the state of Ohio. We have been monitoring the EVV stakeholder meetings in regards to providing EVV for all Phase Two providers. Ohio EVV Updates for Phase 2 Providers: As... 
by Optimize | Nov 6, 2018 | Caregivers, Direct Support Professionals
Direct support professionals (DSPs), homemaker/personal care (HPC) workers as well as other caregivers have challenging occupations. Over time, providing quality, compassionate and safe care can take a physical toll on the health of home care workers and other support...
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