Welcome to the
Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation
We are regional collaborations created to develop the competencies and ethics of New York’s 110,000 Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) who support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Together with service providers, DSPs, people with disabilities, their families, and other stakeholders, the RCWT are building workforce capacity based on the NYS DSP Core Competencies and the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals’ Code of Ethics.
DSPs define the quality of every service by their understanding, competence and ethical commitment. Service transformation is possible with workforce transformation.
Upcoming Trainings & Presentations
The Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation (RCWT) schedules FREE trainings and presentations in six regions of New York State. View our training scheduled and register today.
Resource Library
The Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation (RCWT) has a comprehensive online library of Videos, Training Information, Webinars, and many other resources available to service providers, family members, advocates, and people receiving support.
Communicating the Competencies
The Code of Ethics and Core Competencies adopted by the NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) apply to all Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) across the state, working in both private and public sector programs.
RCWT Blog: Updates, News, & Announcements
What is a Direct Support Professional and how are they different from Caregivers?
A Direct Support Professional (DSP) is someone who works directly with people who have intellectual or developmental disabilities. DSPs aim to assist people in realizing their full potential. They help people become integrated and engaged in their community. In...
Workforce Transformation: A Cultural Improvement Initiative for Direct Support Professionals.
Workforce transformation is an organizational culture improvement initiative. It requires organizations to understand and participate in continuous quality improvement at every level of the agency. It requires training Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) but...
Core Competencies Address Changing Role of DSPs
New York State has adopted the Core Competencies and the Code of Ethics to address the changing roles of direct support professionals (DSPs). An Emphasis on Person-Centeredness and Ethics The culture of providing support and services for people...
FREE Trainings and Presentations
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