Problem
Develop positive relationships with people who have a disability and the people in their lives (family, friends, neighbors, employers, co-workers) while on practicum:
Engage and initiate interactions with the person supported.
Build upon the interests and talents of the student and the person supported to enhance relationships.
Foster the growth and personal development of persons supported while on practicum:
Demonstrate the ability to support informed decision-making.
Explore the person-centered plan with someone supported.
Demonstrate the appropriate professional performance of a Direct Support Professional:
Show flexibility.
Show initiative.
Apply professional interpersonal communication skills:
Demonstrate cooperative interaction with others
Demonstrate listening skills.