Direct Qualified Section Support DD Behavior Training Implemented Proficiency Number Professional Interventionist Received Skills Determined 1 Ethics Ensures a positive climate that promotes respect and dignity for the person being X X X supported (consistent with person centered practices). 1.A Describes role in the service delivery system in relation to behavioral supports X X X and person centered thinking. 1.B Uses modes of communication that are appropriate to the communication needs of the person being supported to include X X X augmentative and alternative tools and strategies and other assistive technology techniques. 1.C Supports the person’s independence, choice and control, by providing only as much support as the person needs to X X X engage in behavior of his/her choice and is always teaching the specific skills that will help the person to be more independent. 1.D Assists in discussion with team members including family and the person supported in prioritizing areas of concern X X X (e.g. related to social significance) with behavior(s) that are having the most impact on the individual’s life. 1.E
Section Number Direct Support Qualified DD Professional Behavior Interventionist Training Received Implemented Skills Proficiency Determined 1 Ethics 1.A Ensures a positive climate that promotes respect and dignity for the person being supported (consistent with person centered practices). X X X 1.B Describes role in the service delivery system in relation to behavioral supports and person centered thinking. X X X 1.C Uses modes of communication that are appropriate to the communication needs of the person being supported to include augmentative and alternative tools and strategies and other assistive technology techniques. X X X 1.D Supports the person’s independence, choice and control, by providing only as much support as the person needs to engage in behavior of his/her choice and is always teaching the specific skills that will help the person to be more independent. X X X 1.E Assists in discussion with team members including family and the person supported in prioritizing areas of concern (e.g. related to social significance) with behavior(s) that are having the most impact on the individual’s life. X X X
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