About Us

The Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation (RCWT) is an integral component of the NY Alliance, a non-profit organization dedicated to assisting individuals and fostering their well-being. Established in 2013, the RCWT operates under the financial support provided by the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Our primary objective is to enhance the proficiency of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) through comprehensive training programs, compassionate guidance, and facilitating informed decision-making.

Recognizing the significant influence DSPs exert on the lives of those they assist, the RCWT acknowledges the dearth of support available to them. Our mission and vision encompass a distinct purpose: to empower professionals engaged in caring for individuals with disabilities. This initiative extends to both DSPs and their supervisors, encompassing the imparting of essential skills and fostering values that have demonstrated efficacy. Our aim is to cultivate a robust and reliable community of DSPs within New York State, characterized by integrity, expertise, professionalism, and efficacy in enabling individuals with disabilities to lead enriched lives to their fullest potential.

The RCWT Mission & Vision

The Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation (RCWT) mission is to develop the professionalism and capacity of the Developmental Disabilities Workforce in NYS by educating and empowering Direct Support Professionals and Frontline Supervisors in validated competency and ethical standards.

The Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation (RCWT) vision is to create a stable DSP workforce in New York State – one that is ethical, competent, professional, and effective in helping people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live the lives they want to their fullest potential.