Supervision in IDD: Monitoring DSP Job Performance It doesn’t matter what level you are at professionally or how good you are at your job. Being monitored by your supervisor is stressful. Learn More
The 2021 Direct Support Professional (DSP) Survey Report Learn how direct support professionals like to receive recognition, what makes a good supervisor, and more in our DSP Survey Report. Learn More
Increasing Resilience by Understanding Trauma in the LGBTQ Community Psychological trauma is a common experience, with over 70% of the U.S. adult population having experienced at least one traumatic, …. Learn More
Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day 2021: Addressing the Impact of the Pandemic Increased caregiver stress during the pandemic can have a significant impact on children. Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day 2021 seeks to take a preventative stance on children’s mental well-being. Learn More
Autonomy, Connection, and Healing Vicarious Trauma in Direct Support While IDD organizations don’t have the power to prevent all stress or trauma, they do have the ability to address vicarious trauma in direct support by helping their staff build resilience. Learn More
Autism Acceptance Month: Advocates’ Voices on Awareness Many autistic advocates have made the shift to recognize April as Autism Acceptance Month. Meet three young people who give their thoughts on autism awareness, acceptance, and advocacy. Learn More
Why Employee Wellness Should Include Training A well-rounded and effective training program can make a huge difference in the overall mental and physical wellbeing of your staff. Learn more about why employee wellness programs in human services should include training. Learn More
Moving Beyond Self-Care To Address the Roots of Vicarious Trauma Self-care is often touted for its potential to alleviate vicarious trauma, but it is not enough. Addressing vicarious trauma requires structural, cultural, and relational shifts in your organization. Learn More
Supporting Your Social Workers: Finding Strength in the Pandemic Like everyone else, social workers have faced steep challenges during the pandemic. Support from leadership is vital as they keep providing client support. Learn More
Social Workers Are Essential: Celebrating Social Work Month 2021 Social work has always been essential. This social work month, let’s show appreciation for the contributions social workers make in our communities. Learn More