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Project

ACS Direct Support Workforce Solutions

Center:

MN-Institute on Community Integration, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2024

Contact Information:

Amy Hewitt
[email protected]
612-625-1098

Project Description:

The Direct Support Workforce Solutions Consulting assists organizations at the local, state and national level in developing and implementing evidence-based and research-informed workforce strategies that aim to reduce turnover; attract, recruit and retain qualified talent; and engage and prepare the direct support workforce to deliver high-quality services to people with disabilities. Services include comprehensive assessment of workforce data; review of organizational capacity and processes; analysis of recruitment, selection and retention practices; in depth training and technical assistance for leadership, supervisors and direct support staff; evaluation of outcomes and ongoing support.

Keyword(s):

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Other

Target Audience:

Professionals and Para-Professionals

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

None

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

Single-County, State, National

Funding Source: