Competency 2 Provides health related supports correctly Training Received: 1:1, Group, Formal education Enter supervisor initials and date when proficiency is determined or reconfirmed for all elements of Competency 2 → 2.1 Identifies and responds to established and emerging health needs basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.1 Recognizes any change from the individual’s typical health status or usual ability level and notifies a health professional in a timely manner. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.2 Follows therapeutic instructions related to prescribed procedures and protocols. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.3 Can state the recommended lifestyle modifications in response to existing health conditions for a person and is able to educate and encourage him or her on options for incorporating these modifications into everyday life. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.4 Follows universal precaution procedures minimizing risk to self and others. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.5 Demonstrates the ability to out delegated or prescribed instructions as written including those needed to protect individuals against common and preventable health diseases, chronic conditions and acute phases of a diagnosed condition. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.6 Demonstrates the ability to collect and accurately report health data provided to health professionals to complete assessments (e.g. accurate vital signs). basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.7 Participates with the individual, family, supervisor, healthcare staff and other supporters to construct health strategies and include them in the ISP and provides input into the process of successful use of these strategies. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed
2.1.8 Serves as a resource for Direct Support Professionals by seeking out professional help in resolving complex issues related to the provision of supports. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.9 Participates in the ISP process and makes suggestions to improve current direct supports that might be helpful in improving individual comfort and independence. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.10 Ensures that Direct Support Professionals have been trained by a licensed professional when needed. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.11 Demonstrates the ability to articulate the rationale of supports provided and perform the prescribed protocols. understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 2.1.12 Ensures that Direct Support Professionals know and follow emergency protocols when emergencies occur. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed Competency 3 Operates ethically while providing services and supports Training Received: 1:1, Formal education Enter supervisor initials and date when proficiency is determined or reconfirmed for all elements of Competency 3 → Skill 3.1 Provides health related supports within policies and procedures and standards for privacy. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 3.1.1 Recognizes personal limits in knowledge and experience and seeks guidance and further education as needed. understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 3.1.2 Discloses errors immediately and follows proper methods of reporting and documenting occurrences. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed 3.1.3 Incorporates supervisory feedback into improving approach and support provided. basic understanding developing competent proficiency confirmed
These competencies must be updated annually by the supervisor (for DSPs) or the agency’s director (or designee) for supervisors. Providing a signature and date of review below confirms that the DSP or supervisor continues to meet these competencies. If competencies do not continue to be demonstrated, provide 180 days for repeating the test and reconfirming that the competencies are met. The following update form may be utilized for three consecutive years before a new checklist is needed for updates. A new competency checklist form must be completed in the 5th year.